NGX Gains N307bn as Investor Demand Pushes Market Capitalisation Above N159tn
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) extended its winning streak on Tuesday, adding a remarkable N307 billion to investors’ wealth as renewed…
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Stock Futures Slip as Oil Prices Surge Ahead of Major Tech Earnings Reports
Wall Street is facing renewed pressure as stock futures edged lower early Wednesday while oil prices climbed sharply, adding fresh…
Financial stability remains foundation for growth – Oyedele
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has stressed that financial stability remains the cornerstone…
CBN Holds Interest Rate at 26.5% as Businesses Back Cautious Approach Amid Global Uncertainty
Nigeria’s business community and leading economists have thrown their support behind the Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to maintain the…
Outgoing British High Commissioner Hails Tinubu’s Economic Reforms
As his tenure in Nigeria draws to a close, outgoing British High Commissioner Richard Montgomery has thrown his weight behind…
Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Laying Foundation for Nigeria’s Long-Term Growth, Says Information Minister
Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms are positioning…
China’s Oil Buying Strategy Could Be the Biggest Driver of Global Crude Prices in 2026
China’s next move in the oil market is rapidly becoming one of the most closely watched factors shaping global energy…
IMF Says AI Could Boost Sub-Saharan Africa’s Economy by 4% in the Next Decade
Artificial intelligence could become a major driver of economic growth across Sub-Saharan Africa, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimating…
AI-Powered Entertainment Apps Are Merging Into One Digital Hub for Everything
The race for entertainment dominance is entering a new phase as major platforms like Netflix, Spotify, YouTube, and TikTok increasingly…
FG Moves to Harmonise Digital Regulations, Raising Hopes for Nigeria’s Economic Growth
Nigeria’s digital economy may be on the verge of a major transformation as the Federal Government takes steps to streamline…
IMF Warns Africa Could Miss AI Economic Boom Without Major Investments in Power and Internet
Africa could miss out on the transformative economic benefits of artificial intelligence unless governments urgently address long-standing challenges in electricity…
Nigeria’s Oil Revenue Surges as Higher Crude Prices and Pipeline Security Boost Economic Outlook
Nigeria is poised to benefit from a fresh wave of oil-driven revenue growth as global crude prices continue to climb…
Industrial Stocks Pull NGX Lower Despite Banking Rally and Easing Inflation
Nigeria’s stock market ended the week on a cautious note as losses in industrial stocks overshadowed a strong rally in…
OpenAI AI Models Breach Hugging Face During Cybersecurity Test, Raising New AI Safety Concerns
The artificial intelligence industry has been shaken by a surprising security incident after OpenAI confirmed that some of its advanced…
External reserves cross $52 billion, surpass CBN’s 2026 forecast
Nigeria’s external reserves have crossed the $52 billion mark for the first time in more than 17 years, surpassing the…
Investors shun 13 out of 50 oil blocks. NUPRC Plans fresh bid
Nigeria’s oil and gas sector recorded a mixed outcome in the 2025 Licensing Round as investors declined to bid for…
FG Launches N729bn Power Sector Bond to Clear GenCo Debts and Boost Electricity Reforms
The Federal Government has unveiled a N729 billion Series 2 Power Sector Bond aimed at settling outstanding debts owed to…
CBN Governor Cardoso Warns Global Economic Shocks May Delay Nigeria’s Single-Digit Inflation Goal
Nigeria’s journey toward achieving single-digit inflation may take longer than expected as persistent global economic shocks continue to put pressure…
NDLEA Declares Alleged Drug Kingpin Wanted, Freezes N9.8bn Linked to Meth Syndicate
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking networks by declaring an alleged drug…
First HoldCo Becomes Nigeria’s Most Valuable Bank, Overtakes Zenith in NGX Market Capitalisation Race
First HoldCo has emerged as Nigeria’s most valuable bank on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), overtaking long-time market leader Zenith Bank…
NGX Emerges Africa’s Second-Best Stock Market as Investors Drive 47.4% Surge in First Half of 2026
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has cemented its position as one of Africa’s strongest-performing equity markets, delivering an impressive 47.43% return…
FG Bond Auction Draws Massive Demand as Investors Subscribe ₦1.74tn in July
Investor confidence in Federal Government securities remained strong in July as the Debt Management Office (DMO) recorded an impressive ₦1.74tn…
FG returns 13 oil blocks to licensing basket
The Federal Government has announced that 13 of the 50 oil and gas blocks offered under the 2025 Licensing Round…
Breaking: CBN retains interest rate at 26.5%
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has once again maintained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 26.5 percent, signaling a…
States get N2.37 trillion VAT in six months under new sharing formula
State governments across Nigeria received a combined N2.37 trillion in Value Added Tax (VAT) allocations during the first half of…
African Finance Leaders Push Insurance Reforms to Strengthen Economic Resilience Across Africa
African finance ministers, insurance regulators and development finance leaders have called for sweeping reforms in the continent’s insurance and reinsurance…
FG rejects reports of N80tn fresh public borrowing
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu’s administration borrowed an additional N80 trillion since assuming office, describing…
Inflation above 30% in 19 states, FCT despite national easing
Despite a slight decline in Nigeria’s headline inflation rate, millions of Nigerians across the country continue to grapple with rising…
Stock Futures Rise as Strong Corporate Earnings Offset Iran War Concerns
Wall Street showed renewed optimism on Tuesday as stock futures moved higher, with investors turning their attention from ongoing geopolitical…
Shareholders Push for Strict 20% Free Float Rule to Boost NGX Liquidity and Investor Confidence
Nigeria’s capital market stakeholders are calling for stricter enforcement of the 20% free float rule, arguing that stronger compliance is…