NCC Vows Stronger Consumer Protection as Nigeria’s Telecom Service Gaps Persist
Nigeria’s telecommunications regulator has pledged to adopt a tougher stance on consumer protection in 2026, acknowledging that service disruptions and…
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Dollar Inflows Into Nigeria’s FX Market Drop 21% as Foreign Investors Pull Back
U.S. dollar inflows into Nigeria’s official foreign exchange (FX) market fell sharply last week, signaling increased caution among foreign investors.…
Nigeria’s Business Activity Expands for 12th Month Amid Rising Caution
Nigeria’s business activity continued its growth streak for the twelfth month in a row in December 2025, according to the…
CBN and NDIC Challenge Court Jurisdiction in Aso Savings & Union Homes License Revocation Dispute
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) have asked the Federal High Court in…
Nigerian Stock Market Surpasses N100 Trillion as Positive Momentum Drives Gains
The Nigerian stock market marked a historic milestone on January 5, 2026, as its total value soared past N100 trillion,…
Microsoft’s Nadella wants us to stop thinking of AI as ‘slop’
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wants the world to rethink artificial intelligence—not as a threat or a messy “slop,” but as…
How Personal Financial Stability Fuels Entrepreneurial Success in Emerging Markets
In volatile economic environments, particularly across emerging markets, entrepreneurs often face more than just business challenges—unstable personal finances can turn…
NNPC Cuts Petrol Price to ₦815 per Litre in Abuja Amid Intensifying Fuel Price War
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) at its…
European Stocks Poised to Rise as Global Market Sentiment Improves
European stocks are set to open broadly higher on Tuesday, reflecting improving global market sentiment as investors respond to recent…
Petrol Could Rise to ₦1,400 Per Litre Without Local Refining – Dangote Refinery Warns
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has warned that petrol prices in Nigeria could surge to as high as ₦1,400 per litre if…
FG Adopts Capital De-Risking Strategy to Drive Private-Sector Growth in 2026
The Federal Government has announced a major policy shift toward capital de-risking and private sector–led growth as the cornerstone of…
Just in: NGX Market Capitalisation hits ₦100trn
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited recorded a major milestone on Monday as its market capitalisation crossed the ₦100 trillion mark…
Plaud Unveils AI-Powered NotePin S and Desktop Meeting Notetaker Ahead of CES 2026
Plaud, the hardware innovator known for its smart meeting devices, has introduced its latest AI-powered notetaking tools ahead of CES…
Ghanaian Tech Entrepreneur Freeman Faithful Carves a Niche in the UK Pet-Tech Industry
At just 30, Ghanaian serial tech entrepreneur Freeman Faithful has lived multiple professional lives—student, tech consultant, cybersecurity engineer, and founder.…
Africa Can Own and Manage Its Strategic Resources – Tony Elumelu on $500M Seplat Acquisition
Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Energies, has reiterated Africa’s ability to own, develop, and responsibly manage its strategic resources. Speaking…
European Stocks Rise as Maduro’s Capture Sends Global Markets Reacting
European stocks opened higher on Monday as investors responded to the dramatic U.S. operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro…
Nigeria Tax Reforms Spark Security Alert as NRS Warns Against Misinformation
The Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has put the nation’s security agencies on high alert…
AI Investment Boom Could Drive Global Inflation in 2026, Experts Warn
Global stock markets are starting 2026 on a high, fueled by AI enthusiasm and strong corporate earnings. In the U.S.,…
Nigeria’s Current Account Surplus Set to Reach $18.81 Billion in 2026 – CBN Forecast
Nigeria’s current account balance is set to strengthen significantly in 2026, with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) projecting a…
NGX Premium Stocks Lead Market Gains in 2025: Seplat Posts Steady Returns Amid Strong Index Growth
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Premium Index closed 2025 on a high note, outpacing the broader All-Share Index with a remarkable…
Ghana Stock Market Leads Africa in 2025 with 79% Gain
The Ghana Securities Exchange (GSE) Composite Index has claimed the title of Africa’s best-performing stock market in 2025, leaving Nigeria’s…
Dangote Refinery’s Free Petrol Delivery Set to Drive Down Pump Prices Nationwide
Nigerian motorists may soon breathe a sigh of relief as Dangote Refinery finalizes plans to distribute petrol for free to…
Nigeria’s Rising Debt Driven by Exchange Rate Shifts, Not New Borrowing – Budget Office
Nigeria’s soaring debt figures are largely the result of exchange-rate revaluation of existing foreign-currency obligations rather than fresh borrowing, the…
Cash Circulation Stabilizes in Nigeria Amid Central Bank Reforms
Nigeria’s cash supply is showing remarkable signs of stability following sweeping reforms by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), easing…
OPEC+ Pauses Oil Output Increase Amid Venezuela Uncertainty
The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, known as OPEC+, have decided to pause planned oil supply increases…
Venezuela Crisis Could Create $10B Gap in Nigeria’s N58 Trillion 2026 Budget
Nigeria’s 2026 spending plan, pegged at N58.18 trillion, could face a $10 billion shortfall due to the unfolding crisis in…
Nigeria’s Private Sector Growth Strengthens as PMI Hits 53.5 in December
Nigeria’s private sector concluded 2025 on a strong note, driven by rising customer demand and steady business activity. The Stanbic…
Dollar Strengthens as Traders Focus on U.S. Economic Data Despite Venezuela Tensions
The U.S. dollar started the first full trading week of 2026 on a strong note, rising to a three-and-a-half-week high…
Bank of Ghana Tightens International Money Transfer Rules to Protect Consumers and FX Flows
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has unveiled new regulations for International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), signaling a major shift in…
AI and Job Security: Prioritizing Human Welfare in Nigerian Workplaces
As Nigeria’s workplaces embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation, workers and employers face a crucial challenge: how to integrate technology…