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FGN Bond Auction 2026: Federal Government Raises N1.54 Trillion Amid…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched its 2026 domestic borrowing program with a highly successful FGN…
GTCO, Aradel Lead Trading Value as Nigerian Stock Market Edges Up 0.12%
The Nigerian stock market recorded a modest uptick on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, with the All-Share Index (ASI)…
Imported Petrol Undercuts Dangote Refinery Price After Gantry Hike
Imported petrol has become cheaper than fuel produced by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, following a recent…
Nigerian Firms Secure $2.5bn in World Bank Contracts, Rank Fifth Globally
Nigerian companies have secured more than $2.5 billion worth of World Bank–financed contracts, placing the country…
Selective Buying Boosts NGX by N3.45bn as NPF Microfinance and Morison Lead Market…
Selective buying in a few key stocks helped lift the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) slightly on Monday, despite…
Nigerian Stock Market Loses N395bn Amid Investor Profit-Taking
The Nigerian stock market experienced its first weekly decline last week, shedding N395 billion in market value as…
AI-Enabled Talent Intelligence: The Competitive Edge for Nigeria’s Digital Economy
Artificial intelligence promises faster processes, fewer errors, and leaner operations—but technology alone doesn’t…
FGN Bond Auction Overshoots N900 Billion, Allots N1.54 Trillion in January 2026
The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) exceeded expectations at its January 2026 bond auction, allotting a total…
Nigeria’s Exports to Africa Surge 14% in H1 2025, Fuel Leads Trade Growth
Nigeria’s exports to Africa surged 14% in the first half of 2025, reaching N4.82 trillion, up from N4.21 trillion…
FG Launches Nationwide Cloves Farming Programme to Empower 74,000 Farmers in 2026
The Federal Government of Nigeria has inaugurated its maiden nationwide cloves farming programme for the 2026 wet…
Central Bank of Kenya Plans KSh 50 Billion Bond Sale Amid Investor Interest Surge
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is set to raise KSh 50 billion in February through the sale of long-term Treasury…
Kenya Launches KSh 454 Million EU-Backed Cybersecurity Project to Combat Rising…
Kenya has unveiled a KSh 454 million (€3 million) European Union-funded cybersecurity initiative aimed at…
Ghana Treasury Bill Auction: Gov’t Raises GH¢12.83bn as 364-Day Rates Hit 13.06%
Ghana’s government successfully raised GH¢12.83 billion in its latest Treasury bill auction, surpassing…
Nigeria’s N20.12 Trillion Budget Deficit Could Squeeze Private Sector Credit in…
Nigeria’s projected N20.12 trillion budget deficit for the 2026 fiscal year has raised alarms among financial…
Nigeria’s Debt Crisis Deepens: Budget Deficit Hits N23.85 Trillion Amid Rising…
Nigeria’s public debt burden has escalated dramatically over the past decade, with the budget deficit soaring from…
Nigerians Embrace Self-Improvement and Entrepreneurship in 2026, Google Searches…
As 2026 kicks off, Nigerians are increasingly using Google Search to fuel personal growth, entrepreneurship, and…
Tax Reforms Leave Workers Cold as Salary Increases Fall Short
Many Nigerian workers say the much-publicised Personal Income Tax (PIT) reforms have brought little relief to their…
NNPC, Chevron Target 146,000bpd as Awodi-07 Oil Discovery Boosts Production Hopes
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and Chevron Nigeria Limited have set sights on…
Nigeria’s New Tax Law Tackles Double Taxation and Boosts Digital Economy…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled new tax measures aimed at curbing double taxation, expanding the tax…
Nigeria’s Mutual Fund Industry Surges to N7.67 Trillion Amid Rising Investor…
Nigeria’s mutual fund industry has experienced an unprecedented growth surge, with total assets under management…
NNPC Confirms Major Oil Discovery at Awodi-07 Well in Niger Delta
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has confirmed a significant oil discovery at the…
Naira Weakens Across FX Markets Amid Supply Constraints and Demand Pressures
The naira closed last week on a weaker note across Nigeria’s foreign exchange markets, as supply shortages and…
Tinubu Secures $20bn Shell Investment for Nigeria’s Energy Sector
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has successfully reinforced the country’s investment appeal, welcoming Shell Plc’s…
Pipeline Infrastructure Ltd Pledges Support for Nigeria’s 2.5 Million BPD Crude…
Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), the private security company responsible for monitoring the Eastern…
Nigerians Prioritize Entrepreneurship and Self-Improvement in 2026 – Google Search…
As 2026 begins, Nigerians are turning their attention toward building businesses, enhancing personal skills, and…
Terra Industries Urges African Startups: Focus on Revenue Before Chasing…
Abuja-based Terra Industries, a defence technology startup, is sending a clear message to Africa’s budding…
Top 5 Nigerian Stocks to Watch This Week: Dangote Sugar, Fidelity Bank, GTCO, May…
Nigeria’s stock market continues to present opportunities for investors looking for strong growth and promising…
Nigerian Equities Market to Remain Range-Bound Amid Investor Caution
The Nigerian equities market is expected to remain range-bound in the near term as investors continue to tread…
Dangote Refinery Becomes Key Player in Global Fuel Market Amid Europe and U.S.…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is positioning his Lagos-based mega-refinery as a critical player in the…
Nigeria’s Exports to Africa Surge 14% in H1 2025, Fuel Leads Trade Growth
Nigeria has recorded a 14% increase in exports to Africa in the first half of 2025, reaching a total of N4.82…