The EU has removed Nigeria and five other African nations from its financial high-risk list, following successful AML/CFT reforms and FATF delisting. This move is set to boost trade and investor confidence from January 29.
Nigeria's inflation rate fell significantly to 15.15% in December 2025, down from 34.80% a year earlier. While food inflation moderated, high living costs continue to squeeze household budgets. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria's SEC has significantly raised the minimum capital for capital market operators to boost market resilience. Issuing houses now need N7bn. Deadline is June 2027.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has published the latest savings account interest rates. Discover which banks offer the highest returns and how the market averages 8% in 2026.
Dangote Refinery clarifies it sells petrol uniformly to all marketers at ₦699. The ₦739 price at MRS stations is due to market competition, not preferential treatment. Read the full details.
Learn the reliable methods to unshare your MTN data and check if someone is using your bundle. Use USSD codes, the MyMTN app, or contact customer care to regain control.
The EU has removed Nigeria from its high-risk money laundering list, boosting trade and investor confidence. This follows Nigeria's exit from the FATF grey list.
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group projects economic growth of 5.5% and inflation of 16% for 2026, but warns a critical 18-month window exists to avoid policy reversals that could derail consolidation.
As NAHCON marks 20 years, experts urge a shift from pilgrimage management to strategic economic planning. Nigeria's untapped Hajj & Umrah sector holds potential for billions in halal exports and job creation. The time for action is now.
Nigeria's automobile industry faces 2026 with expectations for the NAIDP Act, local production, and EV adoption, but old hurdles like policy implementation and infrastructure remain. Will this be the year of transformation?
More than 20 Nigerian banks, including Sterling Bank, FirstBank, and UBA, have successfully met the Central Bank's new capital requirements. Discover the impact on sector resilience and the economy.
FairMoney MD Henry Obiekea explains why technology-enabled banking is critical for financial inclusion and achieving Nigeria's 2030 economic goals. Discover the role of digital finance.
The Nigeria Revenue Service clarifies that VAT on banking services is not new. Implementation of new tax laws is delayed due to gazette controversy. Get the full details.
ICC's IMB reports a sharp 18.1% rise in global piracy and armed robbery at sea in 2025, with 137 incidents. The Gulf of Guinea remains a hotspot. Read the full analysis.
The Nigeria Revenue Service clarifies VAT applies only to bank service charges, not customer transactions. Agents Association warns of financial inclusion setback. Get the full details.
IFC's Dahlia Khalifa explains how Nigeria's private-sector-led reforms in energy and agriculture are boosting productivity and job creation, setting a regional example. Discover the economic ripple effects.
Ethiopian Airlines begins building Bishoftu International Airport, a key project for African aviation and trade under AfCFTA. Phase one to open by 2030.
Foreign airlines face a sharp decline in passengers from Nigeria due to strict U.S. visa sanctions. Experts warn of a continued slump on key international routes. Read the full analysis.
A German company introduces ARBOCEL, an insoluble fibre concentrate, to Nigerian farmers. Proven to increase bird body weight and improve gut health, it tackles climate-related stress and boosts production profitability. Learn how this innovation transfor
Tax Reforms Committee Chairman Taiwo Oyedele assures manufacturers that new laws will cut costs and boost growth. Experts discuss compliance and investment opportunities at Lagos summit.
Agriculturist Eyitayo Raji calls for land policy reforms, gender inclusion, and tech adoption to empower smallholder farmers and tackle insecurity, outdated tools, and low profits.
The NCAA has completed a mandatory 5-day training for new Flight Standards Group officers in Lagos, emphasizing technical proficiency and safety oversight. Read more on the agency's staff development drive.
NGX Group partners with Germany's DEG to unlock $2.5-$3.0 billion in climate-linked capital for Nigerian corporates. Learn how the CEO Roundtable aims to boost sustainability and investment.
Heirs Energies reports oil production doubled & gas tripled on OML 17 after five years, boosting Nigeria's domestic energy supply and power generation. Read the full report.
NSPRI's 'Catch Them Young' initiative trains 50 Lagos students in food preservation to tackle Nigeria's 30-50% postharvest loss. Learn how this shapes future agripreneurs.
At MRIC 2026, scholars and CEOs urged integrating faith-based ethics into Nigeria's economy, proposing a Federal Ministry of Religious Affairs to oversee ethical commerce.
The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) unveils plans for its 60th anniversary, focusing on deepening governance dialogue and policy influence. Read about their vision for Nigeria's future.
Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has restated the January 31, 2026, deadline for employers to file their 2025 yearly tax returns. Non-compliance risks penalties under the new NTAA law.
The Federal Government has earmarked N2 billion in the 2026 appropriation bill to establish NCAT annexes in five zones, despite strong opposition from aviation experts who warn it threatens the college's excellence.
IATA data reveals African airlines outperformed the global average with 11.2% passenger growth in November 2025. Discover the key figures and what this means for the continent's aviation sector.