65% of Nigerians Demand Lower Interest Rates Ahead of CBN MPC Meeting
As the Central Bank of Nigeria prepares for its 304th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on February 23–24, 2026, a…
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Dangote Local Production Drive Gains Momentum at Kaduna Trade Fair
Stakeholders at the 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair received a clear message about Nigeria’s industrial future as the Dangote Group…
Nigeria Food Inflation Falls to 14-Year Low at 8.89% as Price Pressures Ease
Nigeria’s food inflation rate has dropped to its lowest level in more than 14 years, offering a rare moment of…
Swiss Private Bank Banque Pictet Expands into Africa Amid Booming Millionaire Population
Swiss private banking giant Banque Pictet has officially entered Africa, opening its first office in South Africa in a move…
No Decision Yet on Disputed Oil Wells Reallocation, Confirms RMAFC
The federal government has not made any decision on the reallocation of disputed crude oil wells between Nigeria’s oil-producing states,…
NNPCL Signs MoU with China Gas to Boost Domestic LNG and Power Infrastructure
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has taken a significant step to strengthen Nigeria’s domestic energy infrastructure by signing…
Brent Crude Trades $67.78, $3 Above Nigeria’s 2026 Oil Benchmark Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Global oil markets opened the week with Brent crude trading at $67.78 per barrel on Monday, holding about $3 above…
Nigeria’s Inflation Set to Hit 18% in January, Analysts Warn of Temporary Spike
Analysts have projected that Nigeria’s headline inflation could climb to around 18 per cent in January 2026, defying the downward…
Nigeria Rules Out Public Funding for National Carrier, Urges Private Investors
The federal government has confirmed that it will no longer allocate public funds to establish a national carrier, signaling a…
European Markets Edge Higher Amid Munich Security Conference Talks
European markets opened slightly higher on Monday as investors digested key insights from the Munich Security Conference, highlighting both opportunities…
Flutterwave’s International Expansion Drives Financial Inclusion Across Africa, Says Koroma
Former Sierra Leonean President Ernest Bai Koroma has praised Nigeria’s pivotal role in Africa’s economic and technological development, noting that…
SEC Partners with NOA to Combat Illegal Investment Schemes in Nigeria
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a strategic partnership with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to educate Nigerians…
Banks Rush to Complete Mergers and Acquisitions Ahead of CBN March 31 Recapitalisation Deadline
Nigeria’s banking sector is entering a high-stakes phase as the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) March 31 recapitalisation deadline looms.…
NNPC Revenue Surges to N60.5 Trillion in 2025, Profit Hits N5.7 Trillion
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reported a remarkable N60.5 trillion in revenue for 2025, alongside a profit…
Nigeria’s Capital Importation Hits Six-Year High of $16.7bn in First Nine Months of 2025
Nigeria’s capital importation surged to a six-year high, attracting a total of $16.7 billion in the first nine months of…
Nigeria Business Events This Week: January Inflation Report and Circular Economy Week in Focus
Nigeria’s business calendar is packed with high-profile events from February 16 to 21, offering insights into the country’s economic trends,…
Pension Reforms Spark NGX Rally as Market Gains N6.79tn in Historic 6.16% Surge
Nigeria’s stock market delivered one of its strongest weekly performances in recent memory after sweeping pension reforms triggered a wave…
Tax Reforms to Modernise Nigerian Economy – Iyabo Masha Ahead of G-24 Meeting
Nigeria tax reforms will play a central role in modernising the economy and strengthening public finances, according to Iyabo Masha,…
Lagos Lists N244.8bn Bonds on NGX to Boost Infrastructure and Green Projects
The Lagos State Government has officially listed two major bond instruments worth N244.815bn on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, reinforcing its…
CBN Imposes Up to N10 Million Fines for Cheque Security Violations in Nigeria Focus Keyphrase:
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a major overhaul of penalties for banks and cheque printers that breach…
Naira Strengthens to N1,430/$ at Parallel Market as CBN Boosts Liquidity
The naira strengthened to trade between N1,425 and N1,430 per dollar at Nigeria’s parallel market following the Central Bank of…
Lagos State Secures AA-(NG) Rating on ₦230 Billion Bond Issue to Boost Infrastructure
Lagos State has successfully secured an AA-(NG) national scale rating with a stable outlook from Global Credit Rating (GCR) for…
Nigerian Equities Market Gains N283bn as Strong Buy-Side Support Drives Optimism
The Nigerian equities market continued its upward momentum yesterday, recording a significant N283 billion gain, underpinned by strong buy-side support…
CBN Imposes N10 Million Fine on Banks Using Unaccredited Cheque Printers
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken a firm stand on cheque security by imposing a N10 million fine…
Seplat Leads NGX Rally as Nigerian Exchange Hits 441-Point Gain
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) extended its winning streak on 12 February 2026, closing 441.3 points higher at 178,625.6. This 0.25%…
BOI Disburses N636bn in 2025, Tinubu Says Reforms Driving Nigeria’s Economic Growth
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Bank of Industry (BOI) for achieving a historic N636 billion in loan disbursements…
Nigeria’s Telecom Policy Overhaul Drives $1 Billion Private Investment in Digital Infrastructure
Nigeria’s revamped telecommunications policies are paying off, attracting more than $1 billion in private investment, the Minister of Communications, Innovation,…
Nigeria’s Trade and Investment Soars: FG Reports $21bn Capital Inflows in 2025
The Federal Government of Nigeria is stepping up its trade and investment agenda after a remarkable rebound in 2025, with…
Nigerian-American Chamber Summit 2026 Aims to Boost Economic Stability in Nigeria
The Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce (NACC) is set to host its 2026 Annual Breakfast Roundtable in Lagos, targeting strategies for…
Asia Markets Slide as AI Fears Shake Global Stocks
Asian stock markets fell on Friday, tracking losses in the U.S. as investor anxiety over artificial intelligence (AI) disruptions intensified.…