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‘Agric Sector Surplus Hits N668bn, Yet Hunger Persists’

'Agric Sector Surplus Hits N668bn, Yet Hunger Persists'   Agricultural stakeholders reckon that the threat of hunger persists in Nigeria despite recording a N668.34bn agricultural surplus and have called for improved food processing and support for local farmers. The value of agricultural exports surpassed imports by N668.34bn...

Naira Weakens Further Against Dollar Amid Forex Volatility

Naira Weakens Further Against Dollar Amid Forex Volatility The Nigerian naira continued its downward slide against the US dollar on Thursday, June 19, in both the official and black markets, reflecting ongoing volatility in the country’s foreign exchange landscape. In the parallel market, currency dealers in...

Northern Nigerian Students Partner with PRNigeria Centre on Campus-Based Campaigns 

Northern Nigerian Students Partner with PRNigeria Centre on Campus-Based Campaigns  The National Association of Northern Nigerian Students (NANNS) has announced a strategic partnership with Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), publishers of PRNigeria and Economic Confidential, to support its campus-based campaigns aimed at tackling key social...

Salfar Sickle Aid Initiative, PRNigeria Centre Seek Government Attention for Sickle Cell Survivors

Salfar Sickle Aid Initiative, PRNigeria Centre Seek Government Attention for Sickle Cell Survivors The Salfar Sickle Aid Initiative (SSAI), a non-profit organisation committed to supporting individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), has called on the government to prioritise the needs of survivors and expand...

‎FG Unveils Youth Confab Website to Drive National Dialogue, Empowerment

FG Unveils Youth Confab Website to Drive National Dialogue, Empowerment ‎The Federal Government has officially launched the website for the National Youth Conference, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to youth engagement and empowerment. ‎The newly launched portal, https://nationalyouthconfab.gov.ng, will serve as a central...

Investors Gain N1.18tn on Oil, Insurance Boost

Investors Gain N1.18tn on Oil, Insurance Boost The Nigerian Exchange closed on a positive note on Wednesday, as buying interest in insurance and oil and gas stocks drove a broad-based rally, resulting in a market capitalisation gain of N1.18tn, the largest single-day rise recorded so...