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7 Lagos beaches you can visit on a ₦10,000 budget
Seven beautiful Lagos beaches remain accessible on a ₦10,000 budget, with entry fees from ₦3,000 at Iceland Beach and Mopo Palms to ₦15,000 walk-in at Kivu Beach.
Category : Business
Katsina Disburses N1bn Interest-Free Loans to 1,500 MSMEs
Katsina's KASEDA disbursed over N1 billion in interest-free loans to about 1,500 MSMEs to boost businesses and create jobs, with more beneficiaries lined up.
MRS, AA Rano Cut Petrol Prices as Depots Match Dangote
MRS and AA Rano reduce petrol prices in Abuja by N40 and N30 per litre respectively, as depots align with Dangote Refinery despite rising crude oil prices.
Fire at Lagos Airport Terminal 2: FAAN Says No Casualties
A fire broke out at Terminal 2 of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Sunday, August 2, 2026, as FAAN confirmed no casualties or injuries.
FG Rules Out Tariff Hike, Sets 2027 for Subsidy Removal
FG confirms no immediate electricity tariff increase, prioritises metering and service improvement, and targets 2027 for subsidy removal.
Ardel Reports N753bn Pre-Tax Profit After Blockbuster Half-Year
Ardel posted a pre-tax profit of N753bn for H1 2026, capping a blockbuster half-year. The unaudited results revealed strong growth, boosting investor confidence.
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Sahcos H1 2026 Pre-Tax Profit Drops 41% on Cost Pressures
Sahcos reported a 41% year-on-year decline in pre-tax profit for H1 2026, as escalating cost pressures weakened profit margins across its operations.
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Fuel Subsidy Savings: Oyedele Explains Where the Money Went
Minister Taiwo Oyedele says Nigeria spent fuel and forex subsidy savings on debt servicing, minimum wage, and student loans, not a reserve account.
Building Homes or Building an Economy: Nigeria's $1T Path
Nigeria's housing strategy will determine its path to a $1 trillion economy. Prioritizing construction and policy reforms could unlock growth, jobs, and investment.
Why Nigerian Man Left $240k Shell Job to Build Businesses
Michael Taiwo earned $240k a year at Shell but walked away in 2023 after seeing an internal document. By 2025, his businesses grossed $1 million.
Canada Work Permit Rules: New Requirements for Nigerians
Canada has tightened its C20 work permit exemption, now requiring foreign nationals, including Nigerians, to be already employed abroad before relocating.
N70,000 Minimum Wage: Reality vs Cost of Living in Nigeria
The new N70,000 minimum wage in Nigeria falls short of the real cost of living, as inflation erodes purchasing power and workers struggle to cope.
MTN nears 100m subscriptions as Nigeria's mobile base hits 189.4m
MTN Nigeria is closing in on 100 million subscriptions, helping push the country's total mobile subscriber base to a record 189.4 million, according to NCC data.
Ardel posts N753bn pre-tax profit on oil boom revenue
Ardel has announced a pre-tax profit of N753 billion for the fiscal year, driven by record revenue from the oil boom, according to its audited results.
Most Expensive Hotels in Africa 2026 Revealed
New data reveals Africa's priciest hotels for 2026, with nightly rates exceeding $2,000 at luxury properties in Cape Town, Marrakech, and Mahe, Seychelles.
Trustfund Pensions Hits ₦1.54 Trillion, Targets ₦2 Trillion
Trustfund Pensions closed 2025 with AUM of ₦1.54 trillion and targets ₦2 trillion by December 2026. RSA registrations grew 63% and profit after tax jumped 68%.
Zamfara Governor Unveils Textile Revival Plan for Jobs
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal plans to revive textile mills, cotton ginneries and oil mills to create thousands of jobs after touring Benin's Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone.
IMF: Debt Pile-Up Squeezes Savers
The IMF has cautioned that heavy government borrowing is eroding the value of household savings through financial repression, urging policy makers to address rising debt levels.
Cardinal Torch Pivots to Agro-Processing After N10b
Cardinal Torch announces strategic shift to agro-processing following N10 billion fundraising, targeting food security and value-chain development.
CBN mops up N7.2tn in July, quietly alters strategy
The Central Bank of Nigeria mopped up N7.2 trillion in July, but insiders say a subtle shift in its operational playbook signals a new approach to liquidity management.
FCCPC cracks down on unfair market practices in Lagos
FCCPC warns Lagos businesses over price displays, labelling, and refunds at a July 29 stakeholder meeting, demanding transparency to protect consumers and fair competition.
Nigerian Stocks Set for Profit Taking, Dangote Refinery
Nigerian equities brace for profit taking in August as investors secure gains, while Dangote Refinery's 650,000 bpd capacity keeps the market in the spotlight.
Nigeria Healthy Diet Cost Rises 11.7%, Eroding Minimum Wage
Healthy eating in Nigeria costs 11.7% more in Q1 2026, hitting N1,541 daily; in Ekiti, a single person's diet consumes 89.6% of the minimum wage, BudgIT says.
Berger Paints H1 Pre-Tax Profit Climbs 27% to N1.20 Billion
Berger Paints Nigeria Plc reported a 27% increase in pre-tax profit to N1.20 billion for the first half of 2026, driven by strong paint sales.
South Africa Plans New R30 Travel Permit Fee for Visitors
South Africa announces a new R30 travel permit fee for international visitors, a move aimed at streamlining border procedures and boosting tourism revenue.
Africa's Exports Jump 14%, Trailing Only Asia in Global Trade
Africa's exports surged 14%, making the continent the world's second-fastest growing export region behind Asia, according to the latest global trade data.
Nigerian Equities Market Adds N11.11 Trillion in July
The Nigerian equities market surged by N11.11 trillion in July, powered by banking stocks, according to NGX data, lifting investor confidence.
Aboyeji Mentors Future Founders at Teesas Summer School
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, co-founder of Andela and Flutterwave, mentors students at the Teesas Summer School, inspiring them to create solutions as entrepreneurs.
How to restore contacts from MTN Backup: complete guide
Restore MTN Backup contacts safely. This guide covers backup, MTN Backup registration, sync and restore steps, N100 sign-up fee, and N50 renewal.
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