EFCC Details Audu's 792-Person Scam Network in Court
An EFCC witness reveals how Friday Audu coordinated a massive international crypto and romance scam. Police pledge support to SEC to combat capital market fraud. Read the full details.
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Naira Gap Widens: Official Rate Gains, Parallel Market Weakens
Nigeria's naira shows a split performance as the official rate gains to ₦1,423.17 per dollar while the parallel market weakens to ₦1,480. Discover the causes and implications of the widening exchange rate gap.
NGX Investors Gain N3.84 Trillion in a Week
The Nigerian equities market surged in the second week of 2026, with market cap rising by N3.84 trillion. Discover the top gainers and sector performance driving this rally.
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.
Blord's Garage Tour Stirs Reactions Over Car Name
Crypto boss Blord shows off his luxury car collection, naming one Mercedes after rival Verydarkman. The video shared by Tunde Ednut has divided fans online. Read more.
Blord: ₦60M Church Project Doubled My Wealth at 25
Cryptocurrency entrepreneur Blord recounts spending ₦60 million to roof his community's abandoned church at age 25 and claims the act significantly boosted his finances. Read the full story and netizens' reactions.
Busha Unveils New Brand, App & Expanded Financial Services
Busha, a licensed Nigerian crypto exchange, has rebranded and launched new services like local currency savings and asset-backed loans, evolving into a comprehensive digital finance platform. Discover the future of money management.
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.
N200m Goods Lost in Minna Market Fire
A massive fire caused by an overheating solar panel gutted a soft drinks store in Minna's Kure Market, destroying goods worth over N200 million. Officials warn traders on safety.
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.
Tinubu Hails NGX's N100 Trillion Market Capitalisation
President Bola Tinubu celebrates the Nigerian Exchange surpassing N100 trillion market cap, urging citizens to deepen domestic investments. He links the feat to economic reforms and projects stronger 2026 returns.
Nigerian Boy Uses School Fees to Buy Bitcoin, Dad Rages
A Nigerian father was left furious after discovering his son used his entire school fees to invest in Bitcoin. The viral story has sparked intense online debate about risky investments and financial responsibility among youths.
Police Arrest 20-Year-Old for ₦1bn Romance Scam
Nigerian police arrest Essien Emmanuel Akpama, 20, at Lagos airport for a massive romance fraud scheme targeting US victims. Details of the cryptocurrency and celebrity scam revealed.
Police nab alleged N1bn romance scammer at Lagos airport
Airport Police Command arrests Essien Akpama, 20, linked to celebrity & romance scams defrauding US victims of over N1 billion. Suspect posed as a UN surgeon. Read the full story.
Airport Police Nab Suspect in N1bn Romance Fraud
A 20-year-old man was arrested at MMIA Lagos over a massive international romance and celebrity fraud scheme exceeding ₦1 billion. Read the full details of the police operation.
Nigerian Stock Market Breaks N100 Trillion Barrier
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has surged past the N100 trillion market capitalisation mark for the first time. Discover the key drivers, top-performing stocks, and what this means for investors in 2026. Read the full analysis now.
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.
Ethnic Narratives on Lagos Market Fires Condemned
A Lagos governor's aide condemns attempts to frame market fires as ethnic sabotage, citing unsafe trader practices as the real cause. Read the full details and official reaction.
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.
Lagos One-Bedroom Rent Hits ₦20.9m in 2025
A new report shows Lagos rents have skyrocketed, with a one-bedroom in Eko Atlantic costing ₦20.9m annually. Discover the full breakdown of prices across the city and the economic factors driving this surge.
NGX Soars 51% in 2025, What's Next for 2026?
The Nigerian stock market closed 2025 with a historic 51.19% return. Explore the drivers, sector performances, and a cautiously optimistic outlook for 2026. Read our analysis now.
Final Calls from Trader in Lagos Market Fire Tragedy
Heartbreaking details emerge as China-based trader Nze Obum made desperate calls from under rubble after the Great Nigeria House fire at Balogun Market. Read the full story.
Blord's Tax Evasion App Sparks Public Mockery, Distrust
Crypto entrepreneur Blord faces online ridicule after promoting an app to avoid 2026 taxes. Nigerians express deep distrust, citing his past arrest and preferring to pay government taxes.
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.
Panic as fire guts Arena Market in Lagos
A devastating fire has razed sections of the Arena Market in Oshodi, Lagos, causing massive losses for traders. This comes just a week after the Balogun Market inferno. Read the full report.
Fire Guts Arena Market in Lagos, Traders in Panic
A devastating fire has destroyed goods worth millions of Naira at Arena Market in Lagos. Traders are counting losses as emergency services battle the blaze. Read full report.
Nigeria's 2026 Crypto Tax Reform and Youth Adoption
As Nigeria becomes a top crypto hub, new 2026 tax reforms spark debate among its youth-driven market. Explore the impact, global comparisons, and trader concerns.
22 Nigerian Stocks Surpass N1 Trillion Market Cap
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.
Aba Traders Sell Clothes Using Head-Carried Mannequins
Traders in Aba were spotted using a unique sales method: carrying mannequins with displayed clothes on their heads. This innovative practice boosts visibility and mobility in crowded markets. Watch the video and see Nigerian ingenuity in action!
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.
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