Economic Impact

Potential Government Shutdown Threatens Timely Release of Crucial Economic Reports: NPR
Due to the ongoing government shutdown, a crucial employment report will not be released this Friday as planned, leaving businesses and decision-makers without vital labor...

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International News
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Due to the ongoing government shutdown, a crucial employment report will not be released this Friday as planned, leaving businesses and decision-makers without vital labor market insights amid signs of economic deceleration. Spencer Platt/Getty Images toggle caption Spencer Platt/Getty Images The scheduled release of an important jobs report this Friday has been postponed because of...

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How Germany Conquered the First China Shock – and Why the Next One Could Spell Disaster
BERLIN – On a gray September afternoon, I cycled through the bustling streets of Germany’s capital to attend the annual political gathering of the VDMA,...

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International News
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BERLIN – On a gray September afternoon, I cycled through the bustling streets of Germany’s capital to attend the annual political gathering of the VDMA, the Association of German Mechanical and Plant Engineering. This influential body represents thousands of German manufacturers specializing in industrial machinery and equipment, many of which belong to the renowned “Mittelstand”...

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UN Slaps ‘Snapback’ Sanctions, Deepening Iran’s Hunger, Poverty, and Anxiety: NPR
A locally manufactured missile alongside banners featuring images of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and military leaders who lost their lives in an Israeli...

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International News
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A locally manufactured missile alongside banners featuring images of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and military leaders who lost their lives in an Israeli attack in June, exhibited at Baharestan Square, Tehran, Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Vahid Salemi/AP In the early hours of Sunday, the United Nations reinstated sanctions targeting Iran’s nuclear ambitions, intensifying...

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Expert Urges Insurers and PFAs to Strategically Integrate the Informal Sector for Greater Impact
Olatunde Amolegbe, the CEO of Arthur Stevens Asset Management Limited, has called on stakeholders in the insurance and pension industries to formulate effective strategies aimed...

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Politics Today
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Olatunde Amolegbe, the CEO of Arthur Stevens Asset Management Limited, has called on stakeholders in the insurance and pension industries to formulate effective strategies aimed at integrating the vast informal sector into formal insurance and pension schemes. Speaking at a recent Lagos conference, Amolegbe emphasized that the informal sector accounts for nearly 70 million workers...

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Trump Announces New Import Taxes Targeting Drugs, Home Furnishings, and Heavy Trucks: What It Means for You
Shipping containers stacked at a freight terminal in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 9, 2025. Michael Probst/AP WASHINGTON – On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced plans...

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International News
7 days ago7 days ago

Shipping containers stacked at a freight terminal in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 9, 2025. Michael Probst/AP WASHINGTON – On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced plans to impose steep import tariffs starting October 1, including a 100% tax on pharmaceutical drugs, 50% on kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, 30% on upholstered furniture, and 25% on heavy-duty...

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White House Warns of Massive Layoffs Looming if Government Shuts Down: NPR
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International News
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cabinet meeting with President Trump at the White House on July 8, 2025.” fetchpriority=”high” /> Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought participates in a cabinet meeting with President Trump at the White House on July 8, 2025. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images North America Should the government face a shutdown on October 1, the White...

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MAN Sounds Alarm on Tax Stamps: Warning of Significant Economic Impact Ahead
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has voiced serious concerns regarding the planned implementation of a Tax Stamp System on excisable products within the country....

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Politics Today
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The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has voiced serious concerns regarding the planned implementation of a Tax Stamp System on excisable products within the country. According to MAN, this initiative is likely to result in substantial compliance expenses, operational delays, and only marginal increases in government revenue. Segun Ajayi-Kadir, the director-general of MAN, acknowledged the...

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How Uber’s Investment in Nigeria Boosted Drivers’ Annual Earnings to ₦6.1 Billion
Uber, the renowned global mobility platform, has injected ₦34 billion into Nigeria’s local economy, significantly enhancing the annual earnings of drivers across the country to...

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Tech
1 week ago1 week ago

Uber, the renowned global mobility platform, has injected ₦34 billion into Nigeria’s local economy, significantly enhancing the annual earnings of drivers across the country to ₦6.1 billion as of 2023. This milestone was announced during the Lagos Road Mobility Summit, a collaborative event with the State Ministry of Transport aimed at fostering discussions on safer...

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Cattle Markets Closed in 7 Kwara LGAs: What This Means for Local Traders and Communities
The chairpersons of seven local government areas within Kwara South Senatorial District have mandated the immediate shutdown of all cattle markets across the district. This...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

The chairpersons of seven local government areas within Kwara South Senatorial District have mandated the immediate shutdown of all cattle markets across the district. This directive stems from the current security challenges confronting the region, according to the council leaders. The affected local government chairmen are Abdulrasheed Yusuf (Ifelodun), Hon. Benjamin Jolayemi (Isin), Hon. Azeez...

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AgoraVisa Sounds the Alarm: Africa’s Top Talent Is Leaving Opportunities Behind
Annually, the United States grants around 140,000 employment-based immigrant visas, primarily targeting skilled professionals and entrepreneurs who contribute to business growth, research advancements, and innovation....

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Tech
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Annually, the United States grants around 140,000 employment-based immigrant visas, primarily targeting skilled professionals and entrepreneurs who contribute to business growth, research advancements, and innovation. Despite a significant interest from Africa, individuals from the continent receive less than 10% of these visas each year. Founded in 2024 and headquartered in Washington DC, AgoraVisa is an...

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