Nigeria

2024 - 11 - 15

When IJGBs, Electric Bikes, and Geodesy Collide: A Festival of Nigerian Trends!

AaraGo - Agriculture - Electric Vehicles - Flood Relief - IJGB - Inflation - Nigeria - Sustainability - Taiwan - Toilet Infrastructure

The holiday season merges with groundbreaking innovations in Nigeria, from foreign exchange perks to electric bikes! Get the scoop!

The holiday season is knocking at Nigeria’s door, and what better way to celebrate than with a boost in purchasing power? Thanks to the foreign exchange situation, I Just Got Back (IJGB) individuals can now stretch their Naira further than ever before. Whether you're a returning traveler or a local looking to splurge, this season promises an array of experiences and opportunities to make the most of your finances. From delicious local delicacies to extravagant shopping sprees, this holiday season is all about indulging in everything Nigeria has to offer!

Meanwhile, Nigeria is making waves on the international front with the groundbreaking ceremony for its first-ever Geodetic Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI) project in Toro, Bauchi State. This ambitious project not only stands as a testament to Nigeria's technological aspirations but also aims to advance astronomy and geodesy, allowing scientists to conduct precision measurements of the Earth’s rotation. So while generations have gazed at starry skies, Nigerian scientists are set to dive deeper into space, all from the comfort of heartland Nigeria.

And speaking of innovations, Taiwan is jumping right into the Nigerian mix by unveiling electric vehicles to help curb our carbon footprint. The electric motorbikes represent a significant step towards sustainable energy usage in Nigeria, promoting environmentally friendly transportation methods. With rising concerns over climate change, it’s refreshing to see global players like Taiwan stepping up to support Nigeria's green initiatives. Forget oil; we’re going electric in style!

In the midst of these exciting trends, the International Organisation for Migration is putting their resources where it matters as they allocate an additional $668,000 to tackle flooding across the country. As the rainy season intensifies, this funding will help mitigate disasters and provide support to affected regions. It’s pretty clear: Nigerians unite when it’s about overcoming challenges, and together, they’ll ride the waves of any flood that comes their way!

Did you know? The Geodetic VLBI project is expected to enhance not just scientific research but also aid in navigation and disaster response strategies! Also, with the unveiling of electric bikes, Nigeria joins a global movement towards clean transportation; electric vehicles could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by a whopping 40% by 2030! Now that’s something to celebrate!

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Power to purchase: Nigeria's IJGBs and the Holiday Season ... (Dataphyte)

In the 2024 holiday season, I Just Got Back (IJGB) individuals can accomplish more with their foreign exchange in Nigeria than ever before, thanks to a ...

Nigeria Begins Construction of its First-Ever Geodetic VLBI Project ... (Space in Africa)

Nigeria held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Geodetic VLBI project in Toro, Bauchi State.

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Taiwan unveils electric vehicles in Nigeria (The Punch)

The Chief Missioner of Taiwan in Nigeria, Andy Yih-Ping Liu, has unveiled electric motorbikes to support Nigeria in its efforts to achieve a carbon-free ...

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IOM allocates additional $668000 to tackle flooding in Nigeria (The Punch)

As the rainy season continues across Nigeria, the International Organisation for Migration is releasin an additional $668000 through the Rapid Response Fund ...

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IOM releases $668000 for flood relief in Nigeria (The Punch)

As the rainy season continues across Nigeria, the International Organisation for Migration is releasing an additional $668000 through the Rapid Response ...

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AaraGo collaborates Taiwan to Launch electric bikes in Nigeria (Voice of Nigeria)

The Taiwanese Mission in Nigeria, in collaboration with the Swiss-Nigerian startup AaraGo, launched electric bikes on Thursday capable of travelling 150 ...

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Society of Management Systems Practitioners of Nigeria Visits CU ... (Covenant University)

A distinguished delegation from the Society of Management Systems Practitioners of Nigeria (SMSPN), led by the society's President, Engr. Adebayo Adenekan,.

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ODF: Nigeria Needs 11.6m Toilets – Minister - NEWS AGENCY OF ... (News Agency of Nigeria)

Nigeria needs an additional 11.6 million toilets to meet its 2030 Open Defecation Free (ODF) target, says Prof. Joseph Utsev, Minister of Water Resources ...

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Nigeria's inflation rate rises to 33.88% in October 2024 (Pulse Nigeria)

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), says Nigeria's headline inflation rate increased 33.88% in October 2024. | Pulse Nigeria.

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Nigeria's inflation rose to 33.88% in October — NBS (The Punch)

Nigeria's inflation rate surged to 33.88% in October 2024, up from 32.70% in September, according to the Consumer Product Index report.

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Nigeria inflation rises for second month, spurred by food (Reuters India)

Nigeria's inflation rate rose for the second straight month in October, advancing to 33.88% in annual terms from 32.70% in September mainly due to higher ...

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Top 10 most expensive states to live in Nigeria in October 2024 (Nairametrics)

Nigeria's headline inflation rate rose to 33.88% in October 2024, up from 32.7% in September 2024, reflecting a 1.18%-point month-on-month increase.

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Nigeria's headline inflation quickens to 33.8% in October, puts rate ... (TechCabal)

Nigeria's headline inflation quickened in October after a hike in fuel prices and floods in food-producing areas affected consumer prices.

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Nigeria's Inflation Rate Rises To 33.88% In October Amid Ongoing ... (Arise News)

These moves were intended to stimulate economic growth and stabilise public finances but have led to inflationary pressures. While inflation had eased earlier ...

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Nigeria's Inflation Rose To 33.88% In October- NBS - NEWS ... (News Agency of Nigeria)

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), says Nigeria's headline inflation rate increased to 33.88 per cent in October 2024.

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Nigeria's farming population declines - women to drive 40 ... (Pulse Nigeria)

Nigerias agricultural sector is undergoing a transformation as the Shield Africa Sustainability and Development Initiative unveils an ambitious plan to ...

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Nigeria's inflation climbs to 33.88% in October as food, energy costs ... (Premium Times)

The October inflation figure represents a 1.18 percentage point increase from September's rate, reflecting a sharper rise in prices over the month.

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Nigeria's Inflation rate hits 33.88 percent in October (Voice of Nigeria)

The Statistician General of the Federation Prince Adeyemi Adeniran who announced this in a statement said inflation went up by 1.18 percent from the 32.70 ...

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Nigeria's inflation rate surges as food prices escalate | Africanews (Africanews English)

A report by the National Bureau of Statistics said food inflation reached 39.16% year-on-year in October from 37.77%. The jump was attributed to a steep ...

Nigeria inflation rises for second month, spurred by food (CNBCAfrica.com)

ABUJA, Nov 15 (Reuters) – Nigeria's inflation rate rose for the second straight month in October, advancing to 33.88% in annual terms NGCPIY=ECI from 32.70% ...

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Nigeria's Inflation Hits 33.88% in October 2024, Deepening ... (Ships&Ports)

Nigeria's inflation rate surged to a staggering 33.88% in October 2024, according to the latest data from the National Bureau of Statistics.

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NIGERIA TO STRENGTHEN DEFENCE TIES WITH GERMANY ... (Defence Headquarters)

The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Defence Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana mni has said that with the new circle of projects by the German Technical Advisory ...

Daily Trust (Daily Trust)

Since Isaac Adaka Boro's Niger Delta Volunteer Force, began its 12 day secessionist offensive in February 1966, the spectre of separatism is still potent in ...

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Daily Trust (Daily Trust)

Nigeria's headline inflation rate rose to 33.88 per cent in October from the 32.70 per cent recorded in September, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) ...

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Foreign Tech Firms Battered On Bets In Key Nigerian Market (WeeTracker Media)

Nigeria, favoured for tech expansion in Africa, is emerging as a cautionary tale for foreign companies seeking to tap into its vast market.

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