NGX Opens 2026 Positive, Market Cap Nears N100 Trillion
Nigeria's equities market started 2026 with a 0.57% gain, pushing market capitalisation close to N100 trillion. Analysts cite reforms and optimism as key drivers. Read the full market analysis.
Nigeria's equities market started 2026 with a 0.57% gain, pushing market capitalisation close to N100 trillion. Analysts cite reforms and optimism as key drivers. Read the full market analysis.
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has signed the 2026 appropriation bill of over N1.4 trillion into law, promising clinical implementation. He also directed payment of a 13th-month bonus to civil servants. Read more.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed a record N1.477 trillion 2026 budget into law. The 'Budget of Infrastructure and Consolidation' focuses on education, health, and capital projects. Read details.
House Committee on NDDC demands tangible results from the N1.75 trillion 2025 budget. Chair Ibori-Suenu vows rigorous oversight for accountability and development in the Niger Delta.
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) reaches a new milestone as 22 listed companies achieve a market capitalisation above N1 trillion, dominating the equity market. Discover the full list and what it means for investors.
Yoruba actor Ijebu shocks fans by revealing he spent an estimated N1.8 trillion on internet data in 2025. The comic actor said the cost kept him awake at night. Read full story.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has announced a N100,000 Christmas bonus for workers and pensioners, sparking jubilation. This marks his third consecutive year of festive largesse.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola has sold his controlling stake in Geregu Power Plc in a landmark N1.088 trillion transaction. Discover the details and implications of this major shift in Nigeria's energy sector.
President Tinubu approves massive debt write-off for NNPC after reconciliation, aiming for a clean financial slate. Discover the details and ongoing revenue challenges.
Professor Kailani Mohammed retracts comments on Aliko Dangote's early business, issues an unreserved apology, and faces a N100 billion damages claim. Full details on the legal dispute and resolution.
Aliko Dangote gives Kaduna businessman Kailani Mohammed 7 days to retract libellous publication accusing him of 'unclean business' or face a N100 billion lawsuit. Full details.
Aliko Dangote threatens a N100 billion lawsuit against Engr. Kailani Mohammed over alleged defamatory claims about his business past. The businessman has seven days to retract and apologize.
An FCT High Court has barred former Abia Information Commissioner Eze Chikamnayo from making defamatory comments against Governor Alex Otti, pending a N100bn lawsuit. Details on the legal battle.
Nigeria's Federal Executive Council has approved a N58.47 trillion budget for 2026, targeting a lower exchange rate of N1,400/$. Get the full breakdown of allocations and fiscal strategy.
President Bola Tinubu presents the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N54.46 trillion to the National Assembly under heavy security. Read the full details of the budget presentation and its implications.
President Tinubu transmits a N43.56 trillion appropriation bill to unify 2024-2025 spending, aiming to stop overlapping budgets and boost capital project performance. Urges swift legislative approval.
Sujimoto Group proposes a N20 trillion fortified border and agricultural development initiative to combat terrorism and banditry. The plan integrates security with economic growth. Read more.
Nigeria's electricity supply plummets due to gas constraints and a massive N6 trillion debt owed to power generation companies. Find out why the grid remains unstable.
The Nigerian Senate has approved the 2026-2028 MTEF, enabling President Tinubu to present a historic ₦54.4 trillion budget. Key fiscal parameters set the stage for the national spending plan. Read the full details.
The House of Reps Public Accounts Committee has ordered the CBN to reconcile N5.2 trillion in unremitted operating surplus by January 19, 2026. Get the full details on the fiscal accountability probe.
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned IBEDC, BEDC, and PHEDC over an alleged N100 billion debt. The companies have 72 hours to appear or face sanctions. Read more.
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) distributed N1.928 trillion for November 2025, a significant drop from October. See the full breakdown for FG, states, and LGs.
Lagos traffic costs the economy N3.8 trillion yearly. As Yuletide approaches, experts push for tech-driven solutions like e-Call-Up systems and mass transit to salvage the situation. Read more.
Delta State House of Assembly passes a N1.73 trillion budget for 2026, raising the governor's proposal by N65.6 billion. Read details on the budget breakdown and legislative process.
Minister Bagudu says Nigeria can hit a $1 trillion economy by 2030, but only if its booming youth population is equipped with critical skills. He warns the opportunity is time-sensitive.
Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere calls for the dismissal of Finance Minister Wale Edun and FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji over N4 trillion unpaid contracts, accusing them of sabotaging Tinubu's agenda. Contractors protest non-payment.
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum reveals spending N100 billion on security in 2025, but contractors still refuse projects due to threats. Read his plan to bypass the crisis.
Governor Babagana Zulum discloses Borno State spent about N100 billion on security in 2025, stalling road projects and development. Read about the impact and plans.
The Federal Government has set a December 20 deadline to settle all outstanding payments owed to road contractors, following protests over N4 trillion in delayed project financing. Minister David Umahi announced the presidential directive.
Digital Realty CEO Ikechukwu Nnamani says Nigeria requires 72 edge data centres to power a $1 trillion economy by 2030. He highlights a severe infrastructure gap and lack of AI-ready facilities.