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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…
SERAP

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.
Oil prices slide after OPEC+ hike

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…
CBN

33 Banks meet targets as CBN concludes ₦4.65trn Recapitalisation Drive

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has concluded its sweeping banking sector recapitalisation programme, with lenders raising ₦4.65 trillion in…
CBN

Cybersecurity: Nigerian banks face tight CBN deadline

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a strict directive to banks and other financial institutions, requiring them to…
CBN concludes banking sector recapitalisation as operators raise N4.65trn

Nigerian Banks raise N4.65trn new capital as CBN concludes recapitalisation programme

CBN said 72.55 per cent of capital was sourced locally and 27.45 per cent from international markets, a development it…
Oracle

Oracle layoffs impact 12,000 in India

Oracle’s senior leadership reportedly began notifying affected staff via email around 6 AM on March 31, communicating the company's decision.
Stronger reserves and sweeping FX reforms are giving CBN room to stabilise the naira, protect investment flows and domestic production

Naira slips to N1,387/$ as Nigeria’s reserves fall below $50bn

The Central Bank of Nigeria expects reserves to rise to about $51 billion by the end of 2026 as part…
NMDPRA

Fresh gas price hike hits Nigeria’s power sector

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has increased the price of natural gas for power companies to…
Rabiu, Elumelu deepen partnership as BUA Foods posts N1.77trn revenue

Rabiu, Elumelu deepen partnership as BUA Foods posts N1.77trn revenue

Elumelu described BUA Group as a model of disciplined execution and industrial scale, pledging continued support for transformative enterprises.
Senate

Senate passes massive ₦68.3 trillion budget amid rising debt concerns

Nigeria’s upper legislative chamber, the Senate, on Tuesday passed the 2026 Appropriation Bill, significantly increasing the proposed national budget amid…
FCMB

FCMB Capital Markets tops FMDQ Rankings with ₦1.53 trillion deals

Also commenting, Ikechukwu Omeruah, Chief Executive Officer of FCMB Capital Markets Limited, said the firm remains committed to supporting corporates…

LIRS extends tax filing deadline to April 14

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s tax system is undergoing significant reforms at the federal level, with the introduction of new laws such as…