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Nigeria to Generate $3 Billion Annually from Carbon Market, Says President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria is set to mobilize between $2.5 billion and $3 billion annually…
15 Nigerian States Allocate N10.7tn for Infrastructure Development in 2026
Fifteen Nigerian states are set to invest more than N10 trillion in infrastructure this year, marking a major push…
NGX Pension Broad Index Outperforms All-Share Index with 59.72% Return in 2025
The NGX Pension Broad Index, a benchmark for pension-compliant equity investments, delivered an impressive 59.72%…
Statistics Bureau Reviews Inflation Data Standards Amid 31% December Spike…
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced a revision in its inflation calculation method, ahead of…
Nigerian Stock Market Capitalisation Hits N106 Trillion as Investors Gain N1.66…
The Nigerian stock market surged to new heights yesterday, closing on a bullish note for the seventh consecutive…
Top NGX SWOOT Dividend Stocks to Watch in January 2026
Nigeria’s stock market continued to impress investors in 2025, with a remarkable surge of over 51% year-to-date…
Nigerian Banking Stocks Set for 2026 Rally Amid Recapitalization and Market…
Nigeria’s banking sector is positioning itself as one of the most compelling equity market opportunities for 2026,…
NCC Launches Telecom Competition Assessment to Strengthen Nigeria’s Digital…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched a nationwide assessment of competition in Nigeria’s…
World Bank Raises Nigeria Growth Forecast to 4.4%, Signalling Strongest Economic…
The World Bank has upgraded its outlook for Nigeria’s economy, projecting growth of 4.4 percent in 2026, a sharp…
Pension Broad Index Tops NGX with 59.72% Return in 2025
The NGX Pension Broad Index emerged as the best-performing benchmark on the Nigerian Exchange in 2025, delivering a…
NBS Updates CPI: Modern Consumption Patterns Transform Nigeria’s Inflation Data
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has officially overhauled its approach to measuring inflation, discarding…
FG Allocates N334.54 Billion for Contributory Pension in 2026 Budget
The Federal Government of Nigeria has earmarked N334.54 billion for contributory pension schemes across its…
2026 Budget Shock: MDAs Add N3.5tn in New Projects Despite Federal Government…
In a surprising turn, Nigeria’s 2026 budget reveals that Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) have…
Nigerian Insurers Oppose Tax Breaks for Foreign Firms, Warn of Market Distortion
A proposal to exempt foreign insurance companies from paying taxes on premiums generated in Nigeria has sparked…
FG to Review Tariff Policies to Boost Local Manufacturing and Reduce Business…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a strategic review of tariff policies to strengthen local…
Nigeria’s Economic Reforms Boost Balance of Payments and Foreign Exchange Inflows
Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms are showing tangible results, as the country records a significant rebound in…
Seplat Shares Soar 6.2% YTD in 2026 on Heirs Energies Acquisition and Strong…
Seplat Energy has started 2026 on a high note, with its shares gaining 6.2% year-to-date within the first trading…
Nigeria’s Forex Earnings Face Pressure Amid Global Energy Divide
Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings are facing increasing pressure as the global energy landscape becomes sharply…
Top 10 Insurance Stocks in Nigeria That Delivered Massive Returns in 2025
The Nigerian insurance sector powered through 2025 with a remarkable 65.64% return, surpassing the broader…
Dangote Refinery Turns Nigeria into a Maritime Goldmine: Experts Highlight Jobs…
Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery is rapidly reshaping the country’s maritime landscape, according to industry experts.…
FG Allocates N2.3 Trillion to Agriculture and Technology in 2026 Budget
The federal government has earmarked a total of N2.3 trillion for the Ministries of Agriculture and Food Security…
Nigeria Ranks 72nd Globally in AI Readiness as Egypt Leads Africa
Nigeria has been ranked 72nd globally in artificial intelligence (AI) readiness, placing fourth in sub-Saharan…
Three Nigerian Bank Mergers Expected Ahead of CBN Recapitalisation Deadline
At least three bank mergers are expected in Nigeria in early 2026 as lenders race to meet the Central Bank of…
NGX Opens Week Stronger as Market Gains ₦745bn on Renewed Investor Confidence
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) started the new trading week on a positive footing on Monday, adding ₦745bn to…
NASD Market Capitalisation Surges 106% in 2025 Amid Strong Listings and…
The NASD Securities Exchange has reported a remarkable growth in 2025, with its market capitalisation hitting N2.12…
Nigeria’s Stock Market Hits N100 Trillion on Back of Reforms and Collaboration
Nigeria’s equity market has officially crossed the N100 trillion market capitalisation mark, signaling a remarkable…
Oyedele Defends Nigeria’s New Tax Laws Against KPMG Critique
Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has strongly rebutted…
Petrol Price War Escalates: Retailers Drop Prices Below Dangote’s N739/Litre…
The ongoing petrol price war in Nigeria has taken a sharper turn, with several retail outlets now selling Premium…
Dangote Refinery Boosts Local Supply, Reduces Nigeria’s Reliance on Petrol Imports
Nigeria’s petrol market is witnessing a major shift as Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical now reportedly meet…
Nigerian Stock Market Set to Maintain Upward Trend Amid High Investor Confidence
The Nigerian stock market is showing strong signs of resilience as it enters the new week, with analysts predicting…