"Niger is continuing its programme of diversifying mining production" with a move that "marks its entry into the restricted circle of countries producing this strategic mineral," according to a ...

In Niger, a local company has been granted a license to mine copper. Meanwhile, military governments in Mali and Burkina Faso ...

Benin’s economy grew by 7.5% in 2024, up from 6.4% in 2023, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Demography (Instad). Growth was driven by strong performances in services, industry, ...

Engr. Nweze David Umahi, Minister of Works (secondleft); Senator Adams Oshiomhole (third right); Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State (second right); WaleEdun, Minister of Finance, and others ...

ShareAccording to new data released by the Internet Society, West African countries are making notable strides in digital development, with several countries in the region improving their Internet ...

Nations once relegated to the margins of economic discourse are now sprinting toward prosperity, their trajectories propelled ...

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, spoke with reporters on governance, security, economy, agriculture, education, and ...

ShareA member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, and a good governance advocate, Dr. Ross Erazelle Agazuma, has described the recent declaration of state of emergency in Rivers State ...

Bishop Houngbédji described the gathering as “a scholarly forum for reflection and commitment to building Benin,” which aligns ... multi-party politics and economic liberalism.

He expressed optimism and confidence about China's economic prospects, saying "the underlying trend of long-term growth and the conditions supporting it remain unchanged". "The Chinese economy has ...

President Donald Trump’s erratic trade policies have shaken up the global economy and have many observers shaking their heads. This paper from someone in his inner circle might explain his thinking.

The Federal Government, in partnership with Africa Plus Partners, has initiated the construction of the 125km Benin–Asaba ...