9th AFRIMA Brings Together 48 African Countries in Lagos
The 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) successfully hosted delegates and artists from 48 African nations in Lagos, celebrating the continent's diverse musical talent. Read the full story.
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Pension Index Gains 59.72%, Outperforms Broader Market
Nigeria's NGX Pension Index surged 59.72% in 2025, outperforming the All-Share Index. Discover how pension-compliant stocks are driving market growth and what it means for your retirement savings.
Nigeria Passport Ranks 89th Globally, 44 Visa-Free Countries
Nigeria's passport power improves in the 2026 Henley Index, rising to 89th place with visa-free access to 44 destinations. Discover the full list and what it means for Nigerian travellers.
Nigeria Passport Ranks 89th Globally in 2026 Index
Nigeria's passport power improves, jumping to 89th place globally with visa-free access to 44 nations. See how it compares to other African countries and global leaders.
Nigeria Passport Ranks 89th in 2026 Global Index
Nigeria's passport power rises, moving to 89th globally in the 2026 Henley Passport Index. Nigerian citizens now enjoy visa-free or simplified access to 44 destinations. Discover the full analysis and what it means for travel and trade.
Nigeria 72nd in AI Readiness, Egypt Leads Africa
Nigeria ranks 72nd globally in AI readiness, fourth in Sub-Saharan Africa. The FG announces a National AI Centre at UNIJOS. Discover Africa's AI progress and challenges.
NGX Opens Week Bullish as ASI Rises 0.58%
The Nigerian stock market started the week positively, with the All-Share Index gaining 0.58% and market capitalisation increasing by N744.99 billion. Discover the top gainers and trading activity details.
ALEC, African Tourism Board Partner for 2026 Johannesburg Conference
The Africa Live Entertainment Conference (ALEC) partners with the African Tourism Board for a landmark event in Johannesburg from March 5-7, 2026, uniting entertainment and tourism sectors.
Stock Market Rises 1.92%, Trades N134bn in Bullish Week
The Nigerian stock market closed higher this week, with the ASI gaining 1.92% and market cap hitting N99.9tn. Investors traded 7.8bn shares worth N134.5bn. Read the full analysis.
Morocco into AFCON semis, coach Regragui urges calm
Morocco's Atlas Lions roar into AFCON semi-finals for first time since 2004 after beating Cameroon 2-0. Coach Walid Regragui hails 'historic' feat but warns team must stay grounded. Read more.
Africa's Top 20 Museums in 2026: A New Era
As 2026 unfolds, African museums are reclaiming narratives and attracting record visitors. Explore the top 20 venues reshaping engagement with the continent's heritage.
Ajayi: Injury Not Behind My West Brom Exit
Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi opens up on his Hull City move, dismissing claims injury forced his West Brom exit. He reveals his dream of a Premier League return.
Tinubu Rallies Investors After NGX Hits N100 Trillion
President Bola Tinubu celebrates the Nigerian Exchange surpassing N100 trillion market cap, hailing it as a new economic dawn. He urges investors to deepen stakes in Nigeria's thriving capital market.
African Telescope Appoints 4 Scholars to Editorial Board
African Telescope Newspaper appoints scholars from Kenya, Ghana, Cameroon & Nigeria to its Editorial Board to strengthen Africa-focused journalism. Read about their expertise.
Nigerian Stock Market Extends Gains, ASI Rises to 160,806.56
The Nigerian stock market closed higher on Thursday, January 8, 2026, with the All-Share Index gaining 0.13%. Investor wealth grew by N137.35 billion. Read the full market analysis and top gainers here.
South Africa Tops 2026 Africa Crime Index, Nigeria Ranks High
New 2026 data reveals Africa's most dangerous countries. South Africa leads with a 74.5 crime index, while Nigeria faces high risks from kidnappings and cybercrime. See the full list.
Dangote, Rabiu Make Over N181bn in Six Days
Aliko Dangote and Abdulsamad Rabiu start 2026 strong, adding over N181 billion to their wealth. Dangote's net worth hits $30.1B as refinery listing plans advance. #Nigeria #Billionaires
Nigeria is Africa's 5th Best English-Speaking Country
The 2025 EF English Proficiency Index ranks Nigeria 5th in Africa and 29th globally. The report assessed 123 countries using data from 2.2 million test-takers.
Touadera re-elected as Central African Republic president
Faustin-Archange Touadera secures a third term as CAR president with over 76% of votes. Opposition decries election as a sham. Read the full details and analysis.
NGX Hits N100 Trillion Market Cap as Stocks Rally
The Nigerian equities market surged on Monday, with capitalisation crossing N100 trillion. The ASI gained 1.74% as 71 stocks advanced. Discover the top gainers and most active stocks driving this historic rally.
Nigeria 5th Best English-Speaking Country in Africa
Nigeria ranks 29th globally in the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, placing 5th in Africa. Discover the key factors behind the nation's strong English language skills and see the full top 10 list.
Moroccans Celebrate Tunisia's AFCON Exit After Mali's Dramatic Win
Moroccan fans flooded streets celebrating Tunisia's AFCON elimination after Mali's dramatic penalty shootout victory. Discover the intense North African rivalry and match details.
Nigerian Stock Market Rises 1.92% in First Week of 2026
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed the first trading week of 2026 higher, with the ASI gaining 1.92%. Investors traded 7.821 billion shares worth N134.471 billion. Discover the top gainers and losers.
Why Chelsea Sacked Club World Cup Winner Maresca
Chelsea and manager Enzo Maresca have parted ways on January 1, 2026. Discover the reasons behind the shock exit of the Europa Conference League and Club World Cup-winning coach.
NGX Rally Adds N411bn as 2025 Trading Closes
The Nigerian stock market closed 2025 on a high note, with investor wealth surging by N411 billion. The NGX All-Share Index rose 0.42% as trading volume hit 4.7 billion shares. Discover the top gainers and losers.
Stock Market Cap Hits N98.8trn on High Volume Trading
The Nigerian equities market surged by N411 billion on Tuesday, with trading volume jumping 219% to 4.68 billion shares. Market capitalisation closed at N98.843 trillion. Discover the top gainers and losers.
Nigeria's Business Activity Expands in December, PMI Rises to 57.6
Nigeria's private sector closed 2025 on a high note as the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 57.6 in December, signaling the fastest expansion pace of the year. Read the full CBN report details.
Nigerian Stock Market Gains N541bn in Santa Rally
The Nigerian equities market closed the last Monday of 2025 on a bullish note, with investors gaining N541.73 billion. The All-Share Index rose 0.55% as the Santa Claus rally extended post-Christmas.
Investors' Wealth Up N953bn as Yuletide Rally Continues
Nigerian equity investors gained N953.4 billion last week as a sustained yuletide rally pushed market capitalisation to N97.89 trillion. Discover the sectors and stocks driving the bullish trend.
Stock Market Rallies, Investors Gain N228bn on Christmas Eve
Nigerian stock market closed bullish on Christmas Eve, with investors gaining over N228 billion. Market capitalisation hit N97.89 trillion as ASI rose. Full details inside.
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