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UBA Beats CBN's N500bn Capital Target Early

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has officially exceeded the Central Bank's N500bn capital requirement for international banks. The feat, achieved via a N178.3bn rights issue, positions UBA for expansion ahead of the March 2026 deadline. Read the full details

RMB Nigeria Meets CBN Capital Requirement Ahead of Deadline

Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria has successfully met the CBN's new N50 billion minimum capital requirement for merchant banks, achieving the milestone in December 2025. This move strengthens regulatory compliance and market confidence.

Fidelity Bank Crosses N500bn Capital Threshold

Fidelity Bank Plc has successfully raised over N250bn in a single day, meeting the CBN's N500bn capital requirement. The move cements its position among Nigeria's top-tier lenders ahead of the March 2026 deadline.

Nasarawa Govt Urges Lecturers to Call Off Strike

Nasarawa State Government calls on JUNSTI lecturers to suspend their indefinite strike over minimum wage, promising renewed negotiations. The action disrupts academic resumption.

Foreign Capital Inflows to Nigeria Jump 70% in 2025

CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso reports a 70% surge in foreign capital inflows to $20.98bn for 2025. The removal from the FATF grey list is a key driver. Will this translate to better living standards for Nigerians?

How the Average Nigerian Makes a Living

Discover how most Nigerians survive through multiple income streams, informal jobs, and creative hustle. Learn about real salaries, from ₦70K minimum wage to MTN's high pay.

Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers

Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.

Nigeria's Debt, Salaries Exceed Revenue in 2025

Nigeria's Federal Government spent more on debt servicing and salaries than it earned in 2025's first seven months, with a N10.19tn revenue shortfall. Oil earnings slumped over 60%. Read the full analysis.

Oyo Assembly Passes N892bn 2026 Budget

Oyo State House of Assembly approves N892 billion 2026 budget, with capital expenditure exceeding recurrent spending. Infrastructure gets top priority. Read more.

FCDA Demolishes Abuja Estate Despite Court Order

Federal Capital Development Authority officials, with police, demolished structures in River Park Estate, Abuja, ignoring a court injunction. Read the full report on the escalating land dispute.

Protesters in Osun Demand Resignation Over Insecurity

NLC, NANS, TUC, NASU, and NUJ members in Osun State staged a protest against rising killings and kidnappings, calling on President Tinubu and governors to resign if overwhelmed. Read their demands.

The Weeknd's $1B Music Deal Explained

The Weeknd's $1 billion catalogue deal with Lyric Capital is a strategic partnership, not a sale. He retains creative control and ownership, setting a new standard for artist equity in the music industry.

NLC: Nigerian Workers' Crisis Worse Than Civil War

The Nigeria Labour Congress warns that financial insecurity is crippling workers, with real wages declining. Urgent government action is needed to stabilise the economy and protect incomes.

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