Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Lagos prepares for Traders Fair 2026 on April 10. Join top finance experts for seminars on Forex, Stocks, AI, and networking. Free entry at Lagos Continental Hotel.
Dr. Olufemi Bakre, MD/CEO of Parallex Bank, outlines the bank's pivotal role in shaping Africa's digital banking future. Discover his leadership philosophy and the bank's growth trajectory.
A Lagos woman was left distressed after a tout, known as an 'agbero', snatched her bottle of Fanta and fled. The incident, captured on video, has ignited discussions on public safety. Read the full story.
OmniPay has launched new payment tools and honoured key distributors at its first gala night, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Nigeria's supply chain against economic challenges. Discover the new features.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits to empowering food innovators at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival. Read how the state is strengthening its food value chain and celebrating culinary diversity.
Discover how OHMS Capital is transforming Nigeria's investment landscape with data-driven fintech, blockchain ventures like WePairYou, and major agribusiness focus. Learn their growth strategy and vision for Africa.
Lagos experienced a cultural takeover as Smirnoff Ice powered five distinct raves across the city from Monochroma to Bioskey's Playhouse, uniting scenes with music, flavour, and energy. Discover how the brand became the weekend's heartbeat.
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
The Corporate Affairs Commission warns it will place OPay, Moniepoint, Palmpay on a watchlist and report them to the CBN for enabling unregistered PoS agents. New deadline set for January 2026.
The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
CAC orders all PoS operators to register by Jan 1, 2026, or face seizure. Fintechs enabling illegal transactions will be watchlisted. Full compliance is mandatory.
Herconomy's innovative Breastmilk Money Account secures four major awards, including the Grand Prix, at Eurobest 2025, showcasing Nigeria's global impact in fintech and maternal support. Read the full story.
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.
Upbeat Recreation Centre announces an expanded Santa Grotto for Upbeat Fest 2025 in Lagos, running Dec 13 to Jan 4. Enjoy storytelling, gifts & family fun. #LagosEvents
Senator Adams Oshiomhole recounts his ordeal with hackers who siphoned funds from his fintech accounts, calling for stricter regulations. OPay responds to shutdown rumours.
Don't wait for the main rush! Discover 8 exciting Lagos events from beach parties to cultural festivals happening in early December 2025 to launch your year-end celebrations.
OPay Nigeria scooped Fintech Company of the Year and Best Fintech in Cybersecurity at the 2025 Tech Innovation Awards. Read about their commitment to secure digital finance.
Lagos launches 07000HEALTH, a 24-hour medical hotline & website to provide seamless healthcare for residents and visitors during the busy Detty December festivities. Get instant access to doctors, pharmacy deliveries & more.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan reveals Nigerian content creators earn 50 cents for work fetching $30 in the US. She demands fairness in financial reforms. Read more.
A young Nigerian man goes viral on TikTok after showing off a neat apartment he rented in Lagos. He claims the price 'no reach millions,' sparking disbelief and massive reactions. Watch the video!
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
A new report reveals Nigerian firms faced a record 1,047% surge in cyberattacks last quarter, with stolen employee logins now the primary threat. Learn how businesses can defend themselves.
MTN Nigeria has disbursed N100 million to 20 innovative startups in Lagos through its Cloud Accelerator programme, offering funding, mentorship, and access to its vast network to boost scaling.
Data breaches in Nigeria surged 1,047% in Q3 2025. Hackers now use stolen credentials, not software flaws. Experts urge stronger identity controls to combat this new threat.
OPay wins the prestigious SERAS 2025 Award for Social Impact. Discover how its ₦1.2B scholarship and empowerment programs are transforming lives across Nigeria.
CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso outlines 2026 agenda focusing on payment system upgrades, digital finance expansion, and deeper financial inclusion for all Nigerians. Read the full plan.
DeRemi Atanda receives the prestigious Nigeria Computer Society Fellowship for his transformative work in fintech and public financial systems. Discover his journey and lasting impact on Nigeria's digital economy.
The proposed Lagos State 2025 Tenancy Bill introduces strict penalties, including fines up to N1,000,000 and imprisonment, to curb exploitative housing practices. Learn the key offences for landlords, agents, and tenants.
Lagos State proposes a new tenancy law to cap advance rent, regulate agents, and ban illegal evictions. Discover the major changes and what they mean for you.