AI could help Nigeria, other developing economies achieve century of progress in decade – Report
by Oladeinde Olawoyin on August 20, 2026 at 6:57 PM
The World Bank, in its report, urged developing economies to adopt an optimistic mindset, noting that AI could help governments reach billions of underserved people with medical, legal, educational, and agricultural services more quickly. The post AI could help Nigeria, other developing economies achieve century of progress in decade – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
UBA appoints new non-executive director, awaits CBN approval for half-year report
by Omotoyosi Idowu on August 20, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Speaking on the appointment, the Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, said the board was confident that Mr Puri’s extensive experience, depth of expertise and sound judgement would further strengthen the group’s growth. The post UBA appoints new non-executive director, awaits CBN approval for half-year report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Atiku vows to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027
by Ezekiel Oyero on August 20, 2026 at 4:38 PM
The ADC presidential candidate says the subsidy should be restored, and those who diverted public funds meant for the scheme should be made to account for them. The post Atiku vows to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
AI adoptions widen financial access for MSMEs, individuals – Report
by Oladeinde Olawoyin on August 20, 2026 at 4:05 PM
The lender, however, warned that AI-driven opportunities may not translate into meaningful financial inclusion unless the data underpinning these solutions adequately capture the financial activities of women, informal workers, smallholder farmers and MSMEs. The post AI adoptions widen financial access for MSMEs, individuals – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Energy Transition: Nigeria must turn policies into bankable projects — official
by Fortune Eromonsele on August 20, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Mr Shelleng said Nigeria had the policies, natural resources and investment opportunities needed to transform its energy sector but lacked a reliable link between policy commitments and projects capable of attracting investment The post Energy Transition: Nigeria must turn policies into bankable projects — official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
