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$50m Credit Boost for Northern Nigeria MSMEs

British International Investment and FCMB partner to provide a $50 million credit facility, with 70% targeting MSMEs in Northern Nigeria and 30% for women-owned businesses nationwide. Read more.

Nigeria's Cyberattacks Jump Over 1000% in Q3 2025

A new report reveals Nigerian firms faced a record 1,047% surge in cyberattacks last quarter, with stolen employee logins now the primary threat. Learn how businesses can defend themselves.

Nigeria's Telecom GDP Contribution Hits 9.1% in Q3

Nigeria's telecom sector demonstrates resilience, contributing 9.1% to GDP in Q3 2025. Driven by mobile data demand and 5G rollout, the industry remains a key non-oil pillar. Discover the full economic impact.

Cyber Attacks in Nigeria Jump Over 1,000% in Q3

Data breaches in Nigeria surged 1,047% in Q3 2025. Hackers now use stolen credentials, not software flaws. Experts urge stronger identity controls to combat this new threat.

Asian Markets Up Ahead of US Jobs, Inflation Data

Most Asian markets gained Wednesday, tracking Wall Street, as investors await crucial US jobs and inflation data that will shape the Federal Reserve's rate decision next week. Read more.

FG Launches Device Credit for 15,000 Nigerians

The Federal Government, via CREDICORP, launches a national digital device credit programme to make smartphones and laptops affordable for over 15,000 working Nigerians, boosting digital inclusion.

Legal Experts Push for Stronger African Privacy Laws

At the 7th Privacy Symposium Africa in Lagos, experts called for robust data protection laws, enforcement, and ethical tech to safeguard vulnerable groups, especially children, in the digital age.

Nigeria honours Mosaku for transforming HIV surveillance

On World AIDS Day 2025, Nigeria celebrates epidemiologist Lateefat Abiodun Mosaku for revolutionizing the nation's HIV data systems, improving public health decisions and epidemic control. Read how her work is saving lives.

DisCos Record N45b Revenue Shortfall in September 2025

NERC data reveals electricity distributors collected N196.26b of N241.54b billed in September 2025, creating N45.28b shortfall. Collection efficiency improved to 81.25%. Discover which DisCos performed best.

Asian markets mixed ahead of key US data, Fed decision

Asian markets showed mixed performance as investors await crucial US economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut next week. Oil prices surged on OPEC+ output decision.

Dr Aminu Bashir Emerges as New NIQS President

Dr Aminu Bashir unveils ambitious reform agenda as NIQS 28th president, focusing on cost data bank completion, capacity development and international partnerships for Nigerian quantity surveyors.

Nigeria's Money Supply Reaches N119 Trillion

Nigeria's broad money supply increased to N119.04 trillion in October 2025, driven by rising domestic assets despite falling foreign reserves. Learn what this means for the economy.

NICA Hosts Credit Conference & Awards in Lagos

The National Institute of Credit Administration hosted its 2025 Credit Managers conference and 10th Annual Nigeria Credit Industry Awards in Lagos to strengthen Nigeria's credit system.

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