Tinubu Secures $11.4bn World Bank Loans in Three Years, Nears Buhari’s Eight-Year Record
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has secured an impressive $11.4 billion in World Bank loan approvals within just three years, bringing…
Category: Economy
Nigerian Businesses Hold Ground Despite Rising Costs and Credit Challenges, NESG Report Shows
Nigeria’s business sector continued to show resilience in June 2026, maintaining a steady level of confidence despite mounting economic pressures.…
Naira Remains Stable as CBN Tightens Policy and Rising Oil Output Strengthens FX Reserves
The Nigerian naira is maintaining a stronger footing in 2026, offering a sense of relief to businesses, investors, and consumers…
Nigeria, China Strengthen Investment Ties with New Focus on Energy, Exports and Industrial Growth
Nigeria and China have taken a significant step toward strengthening economic cooperation, with business leaders from both countries committing to…
Nigeria, Canada Push Data-Driven Investment Strategy to Unlock Trade Growth
Nigeria and Canada are intensifying efforts to strengthen their economic partnership, with both countries placing greater emphasis on data-driven investment…
Afreximbank Urges Nigeria, African Nations to End Lithium Exports and Build EV Battery Industry
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) President and Chairman of the Board, Dr. George Elombi, has called on Nigeria and other African…
US-Nigeria Trade Surges to $15 Billion as America Deepens Economic and Security Partnership
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with Nigeria after bilateral trade between both countries climbed to…
Dangote Cement Raises Dividend by 50% as Shareholders Receive Record N753.8 Billion Payout
Dangote Cement Plc has rewarded its shareholders with a historic dividend payout after announcing a 50 per cent increase in…
Naira Falls 1.1% in June Despite Strong FX Liquidity as Market Confidence Grows
Nigeria’s currency market showed signs of growing resilience in June 2026 as the naira recorded only a marginal decline despite…
Afreximbank Invests 80% of Resources in Africa to Drive Infrastructure and Economic Growth
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has revealed that about 80 per cent of its balance sheet is currently invested in…
IMF Flags Missing Public Spending in Nigeria’s Budget, Says 2% of GDP Went Unreported
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns over Nigeria’s fiscal reporting, revealing that public spending equivalent to about 2%…
Nigeria Leads Africa in IMD Economic Performance Ranking Despite Competitiveness Challenges
Nigeria has been ranked as the highest-performing economy in Africa on the economic performance pillar of the International Institute for…
World Bank Approves $1.25bn Nigeria Loan Amid Growing Debt Concerns and Economic Reform Push
The World Bank has approved a fresh $1.25 billion loan for Nigeria under its Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs…
Nigeria’s $1.5bn Abu Dhabi Drawdown to Cut Borrowing Costs, Says Oyedele
Nigeria’s decision to access only $1.5 billion from its $5 billion financing arrangement with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is…
Naira Ends June at N1,376/$ as Forex Market Weathers Volatility and Maintains Stability
The Nigerian naira closed June 2026 at N1,376 against the United States dollar in the official foreign exchange market, ending…
Nigeria Eyes Return to Global Debt Market with First Eurobond Sale Since November
Nigeria is taking significant steps toward re-entering the international debt market as the Debt Management Office (DMO) begins preparations for…
Nigeria Tops African Peers in IMD Economic Performance Ranking Despite Competitiveness Challenges
Nigeria has emerged as the highest-performing African economy in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking 2026,…
World Bank to End China Lending by 2031 as Partnership Enters New Phase
The World Bank has announced plans to phase out lending to China by 2031, signaling a significant change in its…
FTSE Russell Delays Nigeria Frontier Market Upgrade Over Concerns About New T+1 Settlement Cycle
Nigeria’s anticipated return to Frontier Market status has hit an unexpected hurdle after global index provider FTSE Russell announced that…
Fuel Pricing Reform Takes Center Stage as FG Moves to Protect Nigerians from Unfair Petrol Costs
The Federal Government has announced fresh efforts to address growing concerns over fuel pricing in Nigeria, assuring citizens that discussions…
AfCFTA Boosts Nigeria’s Intra-African Trade to $9.02bn as Regional Exports Surge 21%
Nigeria’s trade with other African countries recorded a significant leap in 2025, reaching $9.02 billion and marking a 21 per…
Nigeria’s Money Market Set for N500bn Liquidity Boost as OMO Bills Mature
Nigeria’s money market is expected to receive a significant boost this week as approximately N500 billion from maturing Open Market…
Wall Street Ends First Half on a High as Dow Hits Record Close and Stock Futures Edge Higher
Wall Street is preparing to close out the first half of the year on a strong note, with U.S. stock…
Ethiopia Secures Landmark $1 Billion Bond Restructuring Deal as Investor Confidence Rebounds
Ethiopia has taken a major step toward resolving its long-running debt crisis after reaching a preliminary agreement with key bondholders…
FEC Approves $2.9 Billion Financing Package to Boost Transport, Agriculture, Power and MSMEs
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a massive financing package worth approximately $2.96 billion, €200 million and N215 billion…
Flutterwave’s $50bn Milestone Signals a New Era for Africa’s Digital Payments Revolution
Africa’s digital economy is entering a transformative phase, and Flutterwave’s latest milestone is offering a glimpse into just how far…
Nigeria Gas Flaring Rises 8% as Global Waste of Natural Gas Hits Six-Year High
Global gas flaring surged to its highest level in six years in 2025, with Nigeria recording an eight per cent…
US Demand for Nigerian Goods Falls as Trade Deficit Hits N1.63 Trillion in Q1 2026
Nigeria’s trade relationship with the United States took a significant turn in the first quarter of 2026, as demand for…
Nigeria’s Debt Servicing Swallows 72% of Revenue as Analysts Warn of Fiscal Sustainability Risks
Nigeria’s growing debt burden is raising fresh concerns among economic analysts after debt servicing costs consumed nearly 72 per cent…
Economic Reforms Key to Nigeria’s Sustainable Growth, Says NGX Chairman
Nigeria’s journey toward sustainable economic growth depends heavily on the successful implementation of economic reforms and the strengthening of institutions,…