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September 23, 2026 9:42 am
Oil prices fall after Trump hails ‘good’ talks with Iran
September 23, 2026 6:29 am
Dangote, marketers cut petrol prices as crude falls
September 23, 2026 1:55 am
CBN rate cut puts pressure on fixed income yields
September 23, 2026 1:03 am
Nigeria’s air passenger traffic rises 11.9% to 18.8m
September 23, 2026 12:47 am
Cally Air expands fleet amid rising travel
September 23, 2026 12:45 am
‘High fares keep domestic aviation market stagnant’
Petrol cheaper in Nigeria than US, many African countries — Minister
September 23, 2026 10:21 am
Airlines’ TSC default threatens investor confidence – Finchglow
Business
West Africa summit targets climate finance, green investment
Appointment & Mgt
Firm cautions motorists on vehicle accessory safety
Appointment & Mgt
New ride service eyes corporate mobility market
Appointment & Mgt
Ethica offers digital access to Dangote refinery IPO
Appointment & Mgt
Oil prices fall after Trump hails ‘good’ talks with Iran
Oil prices fell on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump announced that American and Iranian representatives held ‘very good’ talks at the United Natio…
Dangote, marketers cut petrol prices as crude falls
Dangote Refinery and other marketers have cut petrol prices across major depots in Nigeria, following a decline in international crude oil prices….
CBN rate cut puts pressure on fixed income yields
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to cut its benchmark interest rate to 23% is expected to put downward pressure on yields in the fixed income market….
Nigeria’s air passenger traffic rises 11.9% to 18.8m
Nigeria recorded over 18.8 million domestic and international air passengers in 2025, an 11.9% increase, making it Africa’s fourth-largest aviation market….
Cally Air expands fleet amid rising travel
Cally Air is set to expand its fleet with a new CRJ aircraft this September to increase capacity and improve air connectivity amid rising travel demand….
‘High fares keep domestic aviation market stagnant’
An expert says Nigeria’s domestic aviation market is stagnant with 15m annual trips by 1m people, blaming high airfares caused by multiple charges….
Airlines’ TSC default threatens investor confidence – Finchglow
Finchglow’s GMD, Bernard Bankole, warns that airlines failing to remit the 5% Ticket Sales Charge (TSC) raises questions about their integrity and safety….
West Africa summit targets climate finance, green investment
The West Africa Sustainability Summit 2026 will focus on climate finance and green investment to accelerate the region’s transition to a green economy….
Firm cautions motorists on vehicle accessory safety
A firm has warned motorists on vehicle accessory safety, saying poorly fitted products like seat covers and floor mats can interfere with safety systems….
New ride service eyes corporate mobility market
Primelane, a new premium on-demand ride service, has launched in Lagos, targeting executives and corporate clients with chauffeur-led transportation….
Ethica offers digital access to Dangote refinery IPO
Ethica, a non-interest digital bank, has partnered with Meristem to offer digital subscription to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO via its mobile app….
Schneider Electric, IBTC expand data centre training
Schneider Electric and IBTC have expanded their data centre workforce development programme to Kenya to meet the rising demand for digital infrastructure….
Manufacturing Africa helps 23 Nigerian firms secure $630m
The UK-backed Manufacturing Africa programme has helped 23 Nigerian businesses secure over $630m in investments, potentially creating over 21,400 jobs….
FUT Minna alumnus launches scholarship scheme
An alumnus of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Wale Olorunleke, has launched a N1.1m scholarship scheme for Geology students of the institution…
Rotary Club unveils projects for Lagos communities
The new Rotary Club of Eko Signature has unveiled projects for Lagos communities focusing on sanitation, health, waste management, and economic empowerment…
BII raises gender investment target to 30%
British International Investment has raised its gender investment target, aiming for 30% of new core portfolio investments to qualify under the 2X Challeng…
SUNU Assurances appoints Chukwu director, changes external auditor
SUNU Assurances Nigeria Plc has appointed Michael Chukwu as an Independent Non-Executive Director and named TAC Professional Services as its new external a…
Agusto & Co. upgrades Mutual Benefits to ‘A-’ on stronger finances
Agusto & Co. has upgraded the long-term credit rating of Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc to ‘A-’ from ‘BBB+’, citing stronger financial performance….
Lagos, Ogun secure N1.74tn investments, others attract N252bn
Lagos and Ogun states attracted N1.74tn in industrial investments between 2024 and 2025, accounting for 87% of Nigeria’s total, data from MAN shows….
Govt threatens licence revocation over fuel under-dispensing
The NMDPRA has ordered filling stations to calibrate their pumps, warning that outlets caught under-dispensing fuel risk sanctions, including licence revoc…
$3bn cybercrime losses raise business security concerns
Mounting cybercrime losses, estimated at $3bn in Africa since 2019, are forcing businesses in Nigeria and Ghana to make cybersecurity a boardroom priority….
NEPZA tackles illegal container imports in free zones
The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority has announced tighter enforcement against the alleged illegal importation of containers into Free Trade Zones, warning operators involved in unlawful tran…
Yuletide: FG approves fresh imports of 830,000MT petrol
The Federal Government has approved the importation of 830,000 metric tonnes of petrol for Q4 2026 to ensure adequate supply during the Yuletide period….
FG plans 4,000 influencers to showcase infrastructure projects
The Federal Government plans to mobilise 4,000 social media influencers to showcase its infrastructure projects to Nigerians, says Works Minister David Uma…
Businesses demand cheaper loans as CBN cuts rates
The CBN’s Monetary Policy Committee has cut the benchmark interest rate to 23%, prompting the Organised Private Sector to demand cheaper loans from banks….
The Federal Government has moved to curb monopoly and price-fixing in Nigeria’s oil sector with new regulations proposed by the NMDPRA….
NCAA orders 30-minute updates during flight disruptions
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has mandated airlines to provide passengers with updates every 30 minutes whenever a flight disruption occurs….
Delta boosts Los Angeles flights with 200 departures
Delta Air Lines is expanding its Los Angeles operations, planning over 200 daily departures by summer 2027, offering more options for Nigerian travellers….
Zedcrest tops equity funds despite August pullback
Zedcrest Equity Fund led Nigerian equity mutual funds with an 82.36% year-to-date return in August, despite a pullback in the broader market….
The World Bank has proposed national agricultural data platforms to help Nigeria and other African countries build the infrastructure for AI in farming….
inDrive urges private sector to support tech talent
inDrive’s Nigeria Country Manager has called for more private sector investment to create opportunities for Nigerian tech talent to build scalable business…