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Dele Momodu Urges Caution Over Policies Impacting Nigeria’s Business Climate

Renowned publisher Dele Momodu has expressed concern over recent policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, warning that they could drive investors away from Nigeria....

Dangote Alleges NNPC Staff Involvement in Malta Blending Plant During Meeting with Lawmakers

Aliko Dangote, the Chairman of Dangote Group, has brought forward serious allegations involving staff members of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and...

fuel price jumps to ₦750.17 in June 2024 from ₦545.83 in June 2023

In June 2024, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported significant changes in fuel prices compared to the previous year and month: 1. **Petrol Price:** -...

Nigerian regions with the highest number of retail, trade businesses

The informal economy plays a crucial role in Nigeria's economic landscape, with approximately 40 million Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), of which nearly...

Navigating the World of Online Forex Trading

Online forex trading has revolutionized the financial landscape, offering both beginners and seasoned traders alike new opportunities to participate in the global currency market....

Celebrating 12 Years of Jumia: A journey of innovation, growth, and impact!

Jumia's journey from its launch in 2012 to its current position as a leading e-commerce platform across Africa has been marked by significant growth,...

Tinubu’s student loan, coastal highway project was our idea – Sowore

The human rights activist noted that Tinubu’s government replicating their ideas resulted from people not paying attention to candidates who had ideas and glorifying...

FG ALLOCATED ₦628.61 BILLION TO ELECTRICITY SUBSIDY IN 2023 AMID INCREASING POWER EXPENSES

In 2023, the Federal Government of Nigeria allocated a substantial ₦628.61 billion towards electricity subsidies as part of its efforts to stabilize the power...

BDC OPERATORS REJECT CBN’S NEW LICENSING DIRECTIVE

Bureau De Change (BDC) operators nationwide are strongly opposing the recent directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) that requires them to reapply...

TOP 10 AFRICAN COUNTRIES WITH THE HIGHEST DEBT TO CHINA

There are growing concerns as the external debts of most African countries continue to rise, outpacing their economic growth. The International Monetary Fund (IMF)...

NAIRA APPRECIATES ₦3.31 AGAINST DOLLAR IN OFFICIAL MARKET

The volume of currency traded increased significantly, with the total daily turnover rising to $268.17 million on Tuesday from $161.41 million on Monday. The...

Lawyers Accused by NFIU of Collaborating with Criminals to Hide and Invest Illegal Funds

The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Dr. Emmanuel Shotande, has expressed concerns regarding lawyers allegedly aiding criminals in investing...

MINIMUM WAGE: N54,000 INSUFFICIENT FOR SUSTENANCE — NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has firmly stated that the proposed N54,000 minimum wage by the Federal Government would not suffice for any family's...

STANBIC IBTC HOLDINGS TO ORGANIZE 7TH EDITION OF ITS YOUTH LEADERSHIP SERIES

Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a prominent financial services group dedicated to fostering growth and innovation within Nigeria's economic sphere, has announced its eagerly anticipated annual...

DANGOTE LAMENTS: I NEED 35 VISAS TO TRAVEL ACROSS AFRICA; IT’S UNJUST

Aliko Dangote, Africa's wealthiest individual and the CEO and Chairman of Dangote Group, has expressed frustration over the stringent visa requirements hindering intra-African travel....

FOOD INFLATION ESCALATES WITH PRICES SURGING BY 99.22% IN THREE YEARS

Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) recent increase in monetary policy rates, the steady rise in the inflation rate persists, particularly impacting rural...

“Point of Sale (PoS) Operator Voices Concerns Over Unrealistic CAC Registration Deadline”

"Mobile money and bank agent, Fasasi Atanda, has raised concerns over the feasibility of the deadline set by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) for...

“U.S. Rejects G20 Proposal for Global Tax on Assets of Billionaires such as Dangote, Adenuga, Otedola, and Others”

"The United States has declined a proposal for a global tax on the assets of wealthy individuals and businessmen, including Aliko Dangote, Chairman of...

“Naira Strengthens with ₦17 Gain Against Dollar”

On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, the exchange rate for the Nigerian Naira at the parallel market, commonly known as the black market, was reported...

CBN Raises Interest Rate to 26.25% Amid Escalating Inflation

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented a significant increase in its interest rate, raising it to 26.25%. This decision comes in response...

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