Accion MFB Calls for Urgent Reforms to Finance MSMEs
Accion Microfinance Bank pushes for digital onboarding and value-chain financing to unlock credit for Nigeria's informal sector, crucial for 80% of jobs. Read the key reforms needed.
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SMEDAN Seeks CBN License for New Microfinance Bank
SMEDAN applies to CBN to launch a microfinance bank for direct SME funding. Agency also targets formalising one million businesses and unveiling a new MSME policy in 2026.
Woman's Heartbreak After Financing Boyfriend's Move Abroad
A 37-year-old woman reveals how she brought her boyfriend abroad, financed everything, only for him to fall in love with her pregnant neighbour. Full story and video.
Union Bank Unveils 'Endless Possibilities' Campaign
Union Bank of Nigeria launches its 'Endless Possibilities' campaign, celebrating Nigerian resilience and ambition. Discover how the 108-year-old bank supports growth.
FG Pushes States to Lead Disaster, Poverty Response
Federal Government mandates states to lead humanitarian and poverty reduction efforts. New 'One Humanitarian, One Poverty Reduction System' aims to harmonise interventions and boost accountability.
N37.59tr Maritime Trade Renews Call for Local Shipping
Nigeria's massive N37.59 trillion sea trade in Q3 2025 highlights a critical need for a strong indigenous shipping industry. Experts warn of billions in annual losses and urge action on the dormant Cabotage Fund to reclaim maritime wealth.
How Boko Haram Gets Money: 4 Funding Sources Revealed
Nigerian journalist Ahmad Salkida details Boko Haram's adaptive financial model, from community donations to criminal enterprises, explaining its resilience against military pressure. Read the full analysis.
Prominent Nigerians Deny Terrorism Financing Allegations
Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, ex-AGF Malami, and Ambassador Buratai have issued strong denials after being named in a report revisiting a 2021 terror financing probe. Read their full statements.
Ex-Army Chief Buratai Denies Terrorism Financing Links
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has vehemently denied an online report linking him to terrorism financiers. He calls for a retraction and apology or faces legal proceedings.
Ex-CBN Gov Emefiele Denies Sponsoring Terrorism
Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele has vehemently denied allegations of financing terrorism in Nigeria, describing the reports as malicious and baseless. Read his full statement and the context of the claims.
Ex-AGF Malami Refutes Terror Financing Allegations
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami dismisses terror financing insinuations as politically motivated. He highlights his anti-terrorism reforms. Read his full statement.
Ex-Justice Minister Malami Rejects Terror Sponsor Claims
Former AGF Abubakar Malami breaks silence, dismissing terror financing claims as baseless and politically motivated. He highlights key anti-money laundering reforms from his tenure. Read his full statement.
Lagos MSME Trade Fair Aims to Strengthen Grassroots Economy
Lagos State announces a week-long MSME trade fair to empower small businesses, foster economic inclusion, and create jobs. Event runs from December 8-14 at Surulere National Stadium.
Nigeria Must End Reliance on Foreign Health Aid - Presidency
Presidential adviser Dr. Salma Anas warns Nigeria's health system is vulnerable due to over-reliance on foreign grants and high out-of-pocket payments. The government is pushing for Domestic Resource Mobilisation to achieve Universal Health Coverage.
FG Slammed for Protecting Identities of Terror Financiers
Political activist Timi Frank accuses the Nigerian government of shielding terrorism sponsors and credits US actions for forcing a security response. He urges withholding intelligence until prosecution.
FCMB Named Nigeria's Best SME-Focused Bank for 2025
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) wins the 2025 Best SME Focused Bank award from CIBN, holding a dominant 24% of industry SME lending. Discover how they fuel Nigeria's top economic sectors.
Bank CEO Calls for $25bn Aviation Fund in Nigeria
Fidelity Bank CEO Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe urges the Federal Government to create specialised funding from the CRR to bridge Nigeria's $25 billion aviation finance gap and support fleet growth.
$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.
Kaduna fast-tracks $62.8m Kuwait Fund for development
Governor Uba Sani accelerates Kuwait's $62.8m support for Kaduna's education, healthcare, and agriculture. Over 100,000 out-of-school children targeted. Read more.
Bwala Defends Tinubu's 2014 Call for Jonathan's Resignation
Presidency spokesperson Daniel Bwala justifies Tinubu's 2014 demand for Jonathan to resign over Chibok. He contrasts past and present security approaches. Read the full analysis.
Tinubu's Aide: Trump's Outburst Fueled Nigeria Insecurity
Presidency spokesman Daniel Bwala claims Donald Trump's threat against Nigeria increased attacks. He also denies govt negotiates with terrorists and vows to name terror financiers.
CrediCorp's New Credit Scheme for Smartphones, Laptops
CrediCorp launches a digital device credit programme to help over 15,000 Nigerians afford smartphones and laptops. Apply now to boost your productivity and join the digital economy.
BoI disburses ₦1.27tr to enterprises, supports 900,000 jobs
The Bank of Industry disbursed over ₦1.27 trillion across 14 sectors in 2024, supporting 900,000 jobs. The bank is expanding green finance and renewable energy investments to drive Nigeria's industrial transformation.
Ex-Defence Chief: Politicians Funding Terrorism in Nigeria
Ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor, warns some politicians exploit insecurity for political gain. He details complex layers of Nigeria's security crisis. Read the full analysis.
$5B Africa Energy Bank HQ Complete in Abuja
Nigeria has completed the headquarters of the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja. Minister Heineken Lokpobiri confirms all host obligations are met, paving the way for operations to begin. Read more.
Nigerian Couple's $88,000 Wedding Loan Costs $158,924
A Nigerian couple borrowed $88,000 for their wedding and will repay $158,924 over 17 years. Shocking details revealed by friend spark wedding cost debate.
DSS: FG didn't mandate Mamu for terror talks
DSS operative reveals Tukur Mamu acted independently in Abuja-Kaduna train negotiations, benefiting financially from ransom payments. Case adjourned to 2026.
DSS: FG didn't mandate Tukur Mamu for terror talks
A DSS witness testifies that Tukur Mamu was not authorised by the Federal Government to negotiate with terrorists from the Abuja-Kaduna train attack. Read the full court details.
DSS: Mamu Got N50m from Terrorist Ransom Fund
A DSS witness reveals Tukur Mamu received N50m from terrorists involved in the Kaduna train attack. The alleged negotiator also taught terrorists how to create websites. Read the full court details.
BOI Unveils Business Clinic to Save Nigerian MSMEs
Bank of Industry launches structured Business Clinic model to address MSME survival crisis. Only 20% of Nigerian businesses survive past 5 years. New program targets 24,000 enterprises by 2027.
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