FG Approves Textile Development Board and $90bn Agribusiness, Livestock Growth…
The National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, has approved the establishment of…
Nigerian Banks See 51% Surge in Customer Deposits to N140.97 Trillion in 2024 Amid…
In 2024, Nigerian banks achieved a remarkable 51% growth in customer deposits, reaching N140.97 trillion, compared…
Global Debt Challenges: Navigating Fiscal Policy Amid Economic Uncertainty
Amid escalating global uncertainty, governments face tough choices in balancing rising public debt with economic…
European Markets Gain Momentum; Deliveroo Surges After DoorDash Takeover Proposal
European markets experienced a positive start to the week, with most sectors trading higher on Monday. The Stoxx…
UBA Chairman Elumelu Assures Shareholders of N500 Billion Capital Base by Q3 2025
At the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc's 63rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Abuja, UBA Chairman Tony Elumelu…
Panic Over World Bank’s 56% Poverty Surge Forecast in Nigeria: Urgent Calls…
A recent warning from the World Bank has sparked widespread concern about a projected 56% increase in poverty…
Foreign Investors Propel NGX Beyond N1trn Threshold Amid Strong Market Activity
In March 2025, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) experienced significant growth, crossing the N1 trillion…
Nigerian Senate Calls for Responsible Innovation in Fintechs, Tightens Regulatory…
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s fintech sector have been urged to innovate responsibly as the Senate looks to strengthen…
Ghana’s Inflation Set to Ease Further in April, Analysts Predict
Inflation in Ghana is expected to continue its downward trend in April 2025, with market analysts projecting a…
Government Exceeds Treasury Bill Target by GHS 550 Million in Latest Auction-…
The Government of Ghana has successfully exceeded its Treasury bill target by GHS 550 million, according to the…
SERAP Urges Zuckerberg and Meta to Pay $220M Fine and Compensate Victims for…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called for Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta…
CBN Raises N2.93trn from T-Bills and OMO Auctions Amid Strong Investor Demand
In a significant move, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) successfully raised N2.93 trillion through Treasury Bills…
FG Raises Alarm Over Rising Cyber-Slavery Threats in West Africa
The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a strong warning about the growing threat of cyber-slavery in West…
Nigeria Poised for Economic Resilience Amid Global Uncertainties, Says Finance…
Nigeria’s economic outlook remains positive despite global uncertainties, according to Wale Edun, the Minister of…
Nigeria’s Debt Servicing Costs Soar to N8.9tn, Straining Public Finances
Nigeria’s debt servicing costs have skyrocketed to N8.9 trillion in the first nine months of 2024, surpassing the…
IMF Boss commends Ato Forson for strong commitment to economic reforms
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has praised Ghana’s Finance…
NGX gains N966bn in holiday-shortened week
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) recorded a significant boost in market capitalisation, gaining N966 billion…
World Bank names Dangote member private sector investment Lab
The World Bank Group has announced a new phase for its Private Sector Investment Lab (PSIL), aimed at scaling…
Over 70% of Nigerian Shipments to the U.S. Rejected Due to Trump’s Tariff Policy
Since the implementation of Donald Trump's new tariff policy on April 2, 2025, over 70% of shipments from Nigeria…
Nigeria’s Carbon Market Policy Set to Unlock $2.5 Billion by 2030, Drive Green…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled Nigeria’s newly finalised Carbon Market Activation Policy, projected to…
Nigeria Records $15.2 Billion Net Forex Inflow in Q1 2025 Amid Deepening Market…
Nigeria’s foreign exchange (FX) market posted a net inflow of $15.2 billion in Q1 2025, signaling a sharp boost in…
FBI Reports $5.8 Billion in Crypto Investment Scam Losses in 2024, Elderly Most…
The FBI’s latest Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) report paints a dire picture of the growing threat of…
Zap Africa and Paystack: Trademark Dispute Sparks Debate on IP Awareness in…
A brewing trademark dispute between crypto startup Zap Africa and fintech heavyweight Paystack is raising eyebrows…
Nigerian Banks Redefine Profitability Through Digital Innovation and Non-Interest…
In the face of Nigeria's turbulent economic climate marked by inflation, currency devaluation, and regulatory…
Jimoh Ibrahim Urges IMF to Anchor African Economic Projections on Empirical Data
At the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington DC, Nigerian Senator and business leader Jimoh Ibrahim…
MTN Tops Inward Porting Chart as 9mobile Bleeds Subscribers — NCC Report
The latest data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) shows a clear trend in Nigeria’s telecom space,…
Google Launches 2025 Startups Accelerator for AI Innovations in Africa
Google has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Google for Startups Accelerator Africa program. This…
Cardoso’s Global Diplomacy to Strengthen Nigeria’s Economy and Investor Confidence
In April 2025, during the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank’s Spring Meetings in Washington, DC,…
Nigerians Save N75.65 Trillion in Quasi-Money Amid Economic Uncertainty, CBN…
Amid ongoing economic challenges, Nigerians have increasingly turned to savings and low-risk financial…
Bank of Ghana Urges Enhanced Security Measures Amid Rising Fraud Cases
The Bank of Ghana has called for a heightened focus on fraud prevention within the country's banking sector,…