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9 Feb
An economic transformation of the African continent is achievable through the creation of the right conditions to turn opportunities into transformational projects in key development areas, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, said.
30 Dec
In a significant collaborative effort, the Nigerian Professionals Network (NPN), in partnership with The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund Nigerian Community, orchestrated a momentous event in Washington, DC, on the 14th of December 2023. The event, themed "Nurturing Nigeria’s Future: Integrating Health and Enterprise Development for Sustainable Growth," transcended conventional gatherings, serving as…
11 Oct 2023
The Permanent Representatives of the Centre for Convention on Democratic Integrity, (CDDI) and President Rights Group, Olufemi Aduwo has said that the Civil Society Policy Forum, (CSPF) is impressed by the rapid economic development going on in Morocco especially in Marrakech. He said it is amazing that Morocco has accomplished an impressive reforms journey. Aduwo…
25 Apr 2023
Individuals across the globe, especially in developed countries, are aging at an unprecedented pace, making many countries increasingly reliant on migration to realise their long-term growth potential, says a new report from the World Bank.
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