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September 12, 2026 12:13 am
Ogun community threatens legal action over four-month blackout
September 12, 2026 12:12 am
Africa tax authorities unite against illicit financial flows
September 12, 2026 12:11 am
Stakeholders back Customs post-clearance audit for transparency
September 12, 2026 12:10 am
FG disburses additional N1.1bn benefits to 175 retirees
September 11, 2026 1:30 pm
FG pays N1.1bn additional benefits to 175 retirees
September 11, 2026 5:40 am
Apapa Customs intercept N43.58bn drugs, expired goods
Nigeria adds 45m telecom subscriptions in 10 years
September 12, 2026 12:59 am
Crude hits $107, fresh petrol price hike looms
Business & Economy
NNPC to deploy 70 self-service filling stations nationwide
Business & Economy
Lagos records 92% rise in individual tax filings
Industry
Dangote IPO: Rewane projects $600bn as IPMAN backs refinery
Business & Economy
Interbank FX turnover jumps 70% to $94.43m
Money
Ogun community threatens legal action over four-month blackout
Residents of Arepo community in Ogun State have threatened legal action against Ikeja Electric over a four-month blackout and poor electricity supply….
Africa tax authorities unite against illicit financial flows
The African Union Commission and the African Tax Administration Forum have united to tackle illicit financial flows and cross-border tax evasion on the con…
Stakeholders back Customs post-clearance audit for transparency
Maritime stakeholders have commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its Post-Clearance Audit initiative, describing it as a tool for transparency….
FG disburses additional N1.1bn benefits to 175 retirees
The Federal Government has disbursed N1.1bn in additional exit benefits to 175 retirees under a new scheme separate from their regular pension benefits….
FG pays N1.1bn additional benefits to 175 retirees
The Federal Government has commenced the payment of N1.1bn in additional exit benefits to 175 retirees under a new scheme, PenCom has disclosed….
Apapa Customs intercept N43.58bn drugs, expired goods
The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Command, details a massive Apapa Customs seizure of 13 containers with drugs and expired goods valued at N43.58bn….
Crude hits $107, fresh petrol price hike looms
Another petrol price hike looms in Nigeria as Brent crude surges to $107 per barrel due to the ongoing US-Iran conflict disrupting global oil supplies….
The NNPC plans to deploy 70 smart self-service filling stations across Nigeria, offering petrol, EV charging, and digital payments within six months….
Lagos records 92% rise in individual tax filings
Lagos State has recorded a 92% increase in individual tax filings and an 11% rise in corporate filings, boosting overall tax revenue by 29%….
Dangote IPO: Rewane projects $600bn as IPMAN backs refinery
IPMAN urges members to invest in the planned Dangote IPO, as Bismarck Rewane projects the refinery could help expand Nigeria’s economy to $600bn by 2030….
Interbank FX turnover jumps 70% to $94.43m
Nigeria’s interbank FX turnover surged by 70% to $94.43m, with the dollar trading between N1,321 and N1,334. Get the latest forex market updates….
Insurance must drive Nigeria’s $1trn economy – NAICOM
NAICOM says the Nigerian insurance industry must boost capacity, tech, and trust to drive the nation’s $1trn economy. Learn about the required reforms….
Recapitalisation: NAICOM dismisses N100bn fraud allegation, denies EFCC detention
NAICOM dismisses N100bn fraud allegations in the insurance recapitalisation exercise, denying claims its officials were detained by the EFCC….
Foundation provides borehole to boost rural water access
Lolhaz Foundation provides a new borehole to improve rural water access for the Ago-Dongo community in Abuja, tackling water scarcity for women and childre…
Nigeria gets AGOA extension, urged to boost exports
Nigeria has received an AGOA extension. The Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce urges the country to boost non-oil exports and fix trade bottlenecks….
Seaman’s Schnapps reaffirms cultural heritage commitment
Seaman’s Schnapps reaffirms its commitment to Nigerian cultural heritage by sponsoring the 2026 Ekimogun Festival in Ondo Kingdom, celebrating Yoruba tradi…
Struggling to find the right car accessories in Nigeria? A new platform uses AI to solve vehicle fitment issues, ensuring you buy the perfect product….
FG, manufacturers raise $380m for industrial devt
The Federal Government and manufacturers have raised $380m to drive Nigeria’s industrial development, focusing on power, finance, and skills for local indu…
LBS, Mondelēz urge investment to unlock Africa’s 1.3bn market
Mondelēz chief urges investment in people to unlock Africa’s market of 1.3bn consumers, speaking at a Lagos Business School leadership dialogue….
Moniepoint processes 20m card transactions daily
Fintech giant Moniepoint now processes over 20 million card transactions daily, using advanced infrastructure to reduce payment failures for Nigerian users…
Linkage Assurance forecasts N1.16bn profit for Q4
Linkage Assurance Plc forecasts a N1.16bn profit after tax for Q4 2026, projecting N7.58bn in insurance revenue. Get the full earnings details….
Dangote refinery discloses 14 suits, N295bn claims
Dangote refinery reveals it is facing 14 lawsuits with claims totalling N295bn, as disclosed in its recent Initial Public Offering (IPO) prospectus….
No Nigerian airline made $1m profit, Onyema declares
Air Peace Chairman Allen Onyema reveals that no Nigerian airlines are making significant profits due to high taxes and operating costs in the aviation sect…
Oil output drops 5,000bpd in August amid recovery
Nigeria’s oil output fell by 5,000 barrels per day in August, the second straight monthly decline, according to OPEC’s latest report. Read more on the data…
FG begins free education data access Oct. 1
The Federal Government will provide free education data access to Nigerian students from October 1, 2026, offering 100MB daily for approved platforms….
FG eyes Chinese investment to fast-track power projects
The Federal Government is engaging Chinese firms to fast-track Nigeria power projects and attract investment across the electricity value chain. Read more….
FMBN launches N100m diaspora mortgage scheme
The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria has launched a N100m diaspora mortgage scheme to help Nigerians abroad own homes with a 9% interest rate….
Nigeria’s record trade surplus is expected to narrow in H2 2026 as analysts predict a moderation in global crude oil prices, according to a new report….
BOI raises N274bn in largest DFI bond issuance
The Bank of Industry’s inaugural domestic bond issuance raises N274.18bn, the largest ever by a DFI in Nigeria, following strong investor demand….
UniAbuja, Drawbridge partner to train advertising students
The University of Abuja announces a new partnership with Drawbridge CM to equip advertising and PR students with practical industry skills and AI tools….
Youths urged to move beyond AI consumption
Queen Ashley Ojaja-Ogunwusi and Dr Adeshola Cole-Alegbe urge youths to develop skills for AI in Nigeria, moving beyond consumption to creation and innovati…