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Extended blackout looms in Lagos as Egbin power station shuts down

NERC orders TCN to slash transmission losses to 6.5%

The regulator said the new target is part of efforts to improve efficiency and stability in the Nigerian Electricity Supply…

Manufacturers warn of shutdowns over tax burden, Infrastructure decay

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has asked the government to simplify and unify taxes across all levels, saying that…

New Tax Laws: Oyedele clarifies ‘error’ controversy

The government has denied reports claiming that the Minister of State for Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, admitted there were mistakes in…
HOC Capital Club, Cersei Partners

HOC Capital Club, Cersei Partners shape Africa’s path to global economic growth with investor framework

HOC Capital Club, in strategic partnership with Cersei Partners, today announced the introduction of the “Sovereign Mobility Investor”, a forward-looking…

Tinubu’s reforms pay off as NNPC remits N1.8tn in February

This is a big increase compared to the N726 billion recorded in January. The rise shows better revenue performance and…
Nigerian Navy says it arrested 215 suspects, 26 vessels for oil theft and deactivated 468 refineries under Operation Delta Sanity in 2024

Navy detains personnel over clash with soldiers in Bayelsa

President Bola Tinubu has told his economic team to find ways to reduce the effect of the ongoing Middle East…
LIRS

Just in: LIRS further extends deadline for filing of individual annual income tax returns to April 21, 2026

Following the earlier extension granted to April 14, 2026, the Agency has observed a significant increase in traffic on its…
Otti approves feasibility study for proposed Azumini-Obeaku Seaport Corridor project

Otti unveils plan for 250-room five-star hotel in Umuahia

The governor listed key projects that were ongoing in Umuahia, including the proposed five-star hotel, the Umuahia Township Stadium and…
Stock Market

Earnings boom lifts Stock Market, adds N392bn in bullish trading

The Nigerian equities market ended the week on a bullish note, posting a N392 billion gain as improved corporate earnings…
Flutterwave

Obi of Onitsha endorses Flutterwave

The proposed engagement, expected to take place at a major university event scheduled for January, would provide an opportunity for…
NUPRC reforms unlock $10bn upstream investment

How we unlocked $10bn upstream investment – NUPRC boss Eyesan

The predictable regulatory environment reduced investment risks and supported partners to take a multi-billion-dollar Final Investment Decision,” she said.
Naira

Naira appreciates to N1,392/$ in parallel market amid rising Inflation

In the parallel market, the local currency rose to N1,392 per dollar, up from N1,396 per dollar recorded on Tuesday.

VAT collections fall in Q4 but show 12.8% yearly growth

The government has introduced reforms to improve tax collection, including new tax rules for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)…
Stock Market

Nigerian Stocks soar as Market gains N390bn on FTSE Boost

Nigeria’s equities market extended its bullish run on Wednesday, with investors gaining N390 billion amid renewed confidence following the country’s…
Tinubu

OPS seeks Tinubu’s intervention to halt CETA Bill over economic concerns

The Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPS) has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing legislative…
Lagos

Lagos, World Bank, FCMB drive $500m Programme to boost Education, Healthcare

The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to strengthen basic education and primary healthcare delivery through a $500 million reform…
Crude oil Pipelines to Brass export terminal bombed

Nigerian oil slides below $95 after US-Iran ceasefire deal

Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) also dropped by more than 15% at the time of publication.

Power to the Consumer: Why Greener Payment Systems Depend on the Everyday Nigerian

Nigeria's digital payment landscape has shifted considerably over the past decade. Across Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Abuja, decentralized financial tools…
FCMB

FCMB Links Value-chain Coordination to Improved Food Security

Stakeholders across Nigeria’s agriculture sector called for stronger coordination across the value chain to improve productivity and food security at…
Jim Ovia

EXCLUSIVE: ₦50.7bn jackpot for Jim Ovia as Zenith rewards shareholders lavishly

Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, is set to pocket a staggering dividend payout of about ₦50.7 billion for…
UBA

UBA’s Chioma Mang, Michelle Nwoga shine at 2026 Guardian Women Festival

Chief Executive Officer Africa 1, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Chioma Mang and UBA’s Group Chief Experience Officer, Michelle Nwoga,…
RTM West Africa Summit returns to Lagos, targets consumer growth and market resilience

RTM West Africa Summit returns to Lagos, targets consumer growth and market resilience

The Route to Market (RTM) West Africa Summit is set to return in June 2026, positioning itself as a leading…

CBN introduces age limit, Phone change rules for BVN holders

This approach is designed to help banks quickly detect potential fraud while giving customers an opportunity to clarify any issues.
UAE announces exit from OPEC, OPEC+

OPEC+ to Increase oil output, warns recovery May be slow

The group said it will raise output by 206,000 barrels per day. However, this increase may not have much real…
Finance Minister praises NUPRC as daily oil production hits 1.84m

Finance Minister praises NUPRC as daily oil production hits 1.84m

The finance minister described the war in the Middle East as unfortunate but said President Bola Tinubu had mandated an…
Flutterwave

Flutterwave secures banking licence, hits $40bn payments

What began as a payment gateway designed to simplify cross-border transactions has evolved into one of the continent’s most prominent…
FCMB

Oyo, FCMB, Mastercard Foundation disburse ₦1.5 billion to Youth Farmers

Oyo State Government and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) have supported 1,000 young agripreneurs to boost food production and support…

MSME Awards: FG launches ₦1 billion grant scheme for small businesses

The Federal Government says it will give out more than ₦1 billion to support small businesses in Nigeria through the…
HOC Capital Club, Cersei Partners launch global citizenship advocacy body

HOC Capital Club, Cersei Partners launch global citizenship advocacy body

HOC Capital Club, in partnership with Cersei Partners, has launched a new global advocacy platform aimed at redefining citizenship and…
Muyiwa Akinyemi

Transcorp Hotels appoints Muyiwa Akinyemi to board of directors

Transcorp Hotels Plc, the hospitality arm of Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp), has announced the appointment of Mr. Muyiwa Akinyemi as…
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