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Lagos

Lagos unveils industrial policy, targets Africa’s manufacturing leadership

The Lagos State Government on Thursday launched its Industrial Policy 2025–2030, a strategic roadmap aimed at transforming the state into…
NNPC Limited completes crossing of OB3 Gas Pipeline over River Niger

NNPC Limited completes crossing of OB3 Gas Pipeline over River Niger

The OB3 Pipeline, with a capacity of 2 billion standard cubic feet per day, serves as a backbone gas infrastructure…
Lafarge

Lafarge Africa Profit Doubles to N97.95bn on Strong Q1 Performance

Lafarge Africa Plc has reported a sharp rise in profitability for the first quarter of 2026, posting a profit after…
FG

Subsidy removal not a Windfall – FG

The Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu, has dismissed claims that subsidy removal automatically generates surplus…
Mr Saidu Mohammed

BREAKING: Tinubu sacks Saidu Mohammed as NMDPRA boss, appoints replacement

he President, in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, his spokesperson said the sack of Saidu Mohammed was in "the public…
Senate confirms Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor, Onuwu as NDIC Director

Senate confirms Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor, Onuwu as NDIC Director

Abiru in his report said the committee received the resumes of the nominees and screened them accordingly.
Naira

Naira slides to N1,383/$ as external reserves dip further

The pressure on the naira reflects broader challenges in Nigeria’s FX market, including declining external reserves.
Investors gain N3.2trn as stock market rebounds

Investors gain N3.2trn as stock market rebounds

Industrial and Medical Gases, FTN Cocoa Processors, WAPCO, Austinlaz, and Presco, alongside 34 other gainers, lifted the market into positive…
UAE announces exit from OPEC, OPEC+

UAE announces exit from OPEC, OPEC+

The Emirates also reaffirmed its commitment to investing across the energy value chain, including oil and gas, renewables and low-carbon…
Payaza Africa Limited

Payaza receives dual credit rating upgrades, expands footprints in Africa

Payaza Africa Limited, a leading payments infrastructure company in Africa, has strengthened its market position with two major rating milestones.
Edo

Edo now safe for Investment Growth, says Afegbua

The Edo State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Kassim Afegbua, has said improved security architecture in the state is driving…
Mobile Earning in Nigeria: How to Verify an Affiliate Partner in 2026

Mobile Earning in Nigeria: How to Verify an Affiliate Partner Before You Scale

A practical guide for Nigerian creators and publishers exploring mobile-first affiliate income in 2026, with a focus on cyber checks,…
Australia

Australia moves to tax Meta, Google, TikTok over News payments

Australia has unveiled a new legislative push that could force global technology giants, including Meta, Google and TikTok, to pay…
Oil prices

Oil surges past $110 as Iran tensions threaten global supply

Global oil prices spiked above $110 per barrel on Tuesday, driven by mounting concerns that diplomatic efforts between the United…
FCMB

Our approach to AI adoption is deliberate, responsible – FCMB

“Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future concept; it is actively redefining how financial institutions operate. From improving risk assessment…
Lagos

Lagos unveils bold industrial policy to drive GDP growth, unlock investment

The Lagos State Government has launched an ambitious Industrial Policy (2025–2030) designed to reposition the state as Africa’s leading industrial…
How Companies in Emerging Markets Are Improving Project Efficiency and Reducing Costs

How Companies in Emerging Markets Are Improving Project Efficiency and Reducing Costs

The companies pulling ahead in their markets are those that recognize project management not as an administrative discipline but as…

Forex pressure mounts as Nigeria’s reserves slide in April

Nigeria’s foreign reserves dropped by about $731 million in the first three weeks of April 2026, showing continued pressure on…
Lagos

Lagos signs Power deal with three firms to boost Electricity supply

The Lagos State Government has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with three electricity generation companies in a move aimed…

Sam Pharmaceuticals opens Factory in Nigeria with FCMB, BoI Support

Sam Pharmaceutical Limited has opened a new manufacturing facility in southwestern Nigeria, expanding local drug production capacity as the country…
UBA

UBA deposits surge to N27.2trn despite profit pressures

United Bank for Africa Plc has recorded an 11.8 per cent increase in customer deposits, rising to N27.2 trillion for…
Alake: Solid minerals excellence awards will advance responsible mining practices

Alake: Solid minerals excellence awards will advance responsible mining practices

The awards, themed ‘Unlocking the Future’, will unveil winners across high-impact categories that reflect the sector’s direction.
Stock Market

Equities Market Extends Rally, Investors Gain N1.86trn in 14-Day Surge

Nigeria’s equities market closed the week on a bullish note, recording a N1.857 trillion gain as sustained investor confidence drove…
Banks

Civil society groups demand overhaul of banking ESG policies

According to him, the coalition’s assessment showed that leading commercial banks scored an average of 1.7 out of 10 against…
NB

Shareholders hail NB Plc’s dramatic turnaround amid tough economy

Shareholders of Nigerian Breweries Plc have commended the company’s board and management for delivering a strong financial recovery in the…

Fake drinks crisis deepens as Nigeria’s economy loses ₦428 billion – Report

Nigeria is losing about ₦428 billion every year because of illegal alcohol trade, according to the Spirits and Wines Association…

Ginger, FCMB SheVentures launch Programme to scale Women Beauty businesses

Ginger, a technology platform for beauty businesses, has partnered with FCMB SheVentures to unveil “Built to Last,” a year-long programme…

Afriland properties posts ₦4.07bn revenue, declares ₦329.7m dividend

Afriland Properties Plc has released its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting modest revenue growth…
FCCPC

Consumers get boost as court backs FCCPC powers over banks

According to him, the commission will continue to engage financial institutions and other service providers professionally, fairly, and in accordance…
Farmers in Nasarawa, Niger and Kogi states lament sharp fall in prices of major food commodities despite recording bumper harvest

Reps Investigate food price drop, move to protect farmers from market fluctuations

The House of Representatives in Nigeria has decided to investigate why the prices of farm produce keep dropping and how…