Akeem Adebayo

Akeem Olalekan Adebayo is an Editor at newsfocusng.com, covering Business, Energy, Foreign Affairs, and Defence, with a focus on clear, balanced analysis of issues shaping Nigeria and the global economy.

Nigeria Reaffirms ECOWAS Commitment as New Leadership Takes Office in Abuja

Nigeria has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as new statutory appointees formally assumed office in Abuja. Speaking...

FG Launches ‘Hire from Nigeria’ Drive for 1m Global Jobs

The Federal Government has unveiled the “Hire from Nigeria” campaign, positioning the country as a global hub for skilled talent and digitally delivered services,...

Nigeria Eyes New Opportunities With Malaysia as Nation Marks 69th Year

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening relations with Malaysia and exploring new opportunities for cooperation as the Southeast Asian country marks its 69th...

NUPRC Clarifies $300 Helicopter Levy for Offshore Oil Operations

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has clarified the application of the US$300 helicopter levy for air navigational services, confirming that the charge...

Rail Freight to Yank Thousands of Trucks Off Roads, Create Jobs — FG

  The Federal Government has said massive investment in rail freight services could take thousands of trucks off Nigerian roads, save highways from rapid deterioration...

Nigeria’s GDP Jumps 4.43% as Oil Output Hits 4-Year High

  Nigeria’s economy recorded a stronger performance in the second quarter of 2026, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growing by 4.43 per cent year-on-year, while...

ECOWAS Unveils ECOMOG War Lessons, Honours Commanders, Frontline Journalists

  The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has moved to preserve more than three decades of regional peacekeeping experience, unveiling a series of...

EFCC Recovers N1.23trn, $684m, Secures 10,872 Convictions in 34 Months

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured 10,872 convictions and recovered over N1.23 trillion and $684.48 million in the first 34 months...

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