It is blackout for Nigerian electricity consumers, as the government is carrying out a phased repair on the grid. The first phase has thrown 6 states into darkness.
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German GDP downgraded in new blow for struggling economy
German third-quarter growth was downgraded Friday with official data showing it expanded even more weakly than previously thought, in a new blow for Europe's top economy as it battles multiple headwinds. The growth data laid bare how far Germany is lagging behind other major economies.
Over 20 states enrol for Africa Development Bank's N850bn agric scheme
The African Development Bank has added more Nigerian states to its agricultural fund programme, which aims to boost food security and support development in Nigeria.
First Bank, Zenith, others announce new condition to save money in bank after CBN makes changes
Following a recent shift in the CBN monetary policy, 19 deposit money banks are now offering their customers an interest rate of 8.18 percent on their deposits.
Irish economy faces the test of Trump's protectionism
With a general election next week, Ireland and its 5.4 million inhabitants fear finding themselves in the eye of a protectionist storm promised by incoming US president Donald Trump. - Stewart, from Trinity College Dublin Business School, described the looming Trump presidency as "a matter of concern" but said "not to panic at this stage".
'Primitive' beers draw crowds at Belgian brewery
Winding between copper vats and oak barrels, a cluster of early-morning visitors filed through a cavernous Brussels building for an up-close peek at craft beers brewed using a centuries-old method -- before sampling the result.
Most Asian markets track Wall St gains, bitcoin closes on $100,000
Most Asian markets gained Friday after a bounce on Wall Street, while bitcoin continued its march higher to move within touching distance of the $100,000 mark. Bitcoin, meanwhile, continued its heady run higher and broke $99,000 for the first time.
'Moment of truth' for world-first plastic pollution treaty
Plastic pollution litters our seas, our air and even our bodies, but negotiators face an uphill battle next week to agree on the world's first treaty aimed at ending the problem. "Everyone wants an end to plastic pollution," she said.
Japan government to approve $140bn stimulus
Japan's minority government was expected Friday to approve a $140-billion stimulus drive aimed at putting more money in consumers' pockets after the ruling party's worst election result in 15 years. The package comes a year after Ishiba's predecessor Fumio Kishida, who resigned earlier this year, announced a stimulus package worth 17 trillion yen ($113 billion at the time).
Top US securities regulator to exit, clearing way for Trump pick
The top US securities regulator, a skeptic towards cryptocurrency who was appointed by President Joe Biden, announced Thursday he will step down in January when Donald Trump takes office. Gary Gensler, chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), said he will resign on January 20, the same day Trump assumes the presidency.
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