Iron Capital Wins Best Investment Bank Nigeria at Euromoney
Iron Capital has been named Nigeria's Best Investment Bank for Financing Solutions at the 2026 Euromoney Awards, recognizing its innovative financial advisory and capital raising expertise.
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BUA Promises Cheaper Food, Set to Become Nigeria's Biggest Food Company
BUA Group's investments in flour, sugar, and oil milling are expected to reduce food prices and improve food security, with completion in 2027 making BUA Foods Nigeria's largest food company.
Tinubu Signs Executive Order on Virtual Assets Regulation
President Bola Tinubu signed the Presidential Executive Order on Virtual Assets Coordination, 2026, creating a council chaired by CBN to harmonize oversight and curb fraud.
Mauritania Lists 11 African Countries Visa-Free Entry
Mauritania has opened an online visa application portal and exempts citizens of 11 African countries, including Senegal, Algeria, and Tunisia, from visa requirements under mutual agreements.
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Guinness Nigeria Opens For More Promo with ₦400M Prizes
Guinness Nigeria's Open For More National Consumer Promotion offers over ₦400 million in cash and prizes, including daily ₦1 million winners and a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado grand prize.
NNPC Leads Stations with Petrol at N1,110/litre
NNPC Retail cut petrol price to N1,110/litre on July 13, 2026, as other stations sell between N1,150 and N1,205. Expert warns prices may hit N1,400/litre soon.
FX Reactions to CPI Surprises and Preparation Tips
Discover how foreign exchange markets react to Consumer Price Index surprises and learn key strategies to prepare for volatility. Expert insights included.
Mshel Hutu Changes Abuja's Real Estate Landscape
Mshel Hutu's commissioning of landmark amenities transforms Abuja's real estate landscape, setting a new standard for luxury living in Nigeria's capital.
Cambodia Lists 9 Countries Eligible for Visa-Free Entry in 2026
Cambodia grants visa-free entry to citizens of nine Southeast Asian countries in 2026, with stays ranging from 14 to 30 days. Six countries get 30 days; three get 14 days.
Pension Funds Anchor ₦20.69bn Private Debt Fund Series II
FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund Series II raised ₦20.69bn, oversubscribed by 3.43%, with 78% from pension funds, deepening local-currency capital for mid-sized firms.
Liberia, Nigeria Deepen Economic Ties for Investment Boost
Liberia and Nigeria signed agreements to deepen economic partnership, unlocking investment opportunities in trade, energy, and agriculture. The deal aims to boost bilateral trade and regional integration.
Fuel Importers Face Tough Choices as Dangote Sets Petrol Prices
Nigerian fuel importers struggle as Dangote Refinery caps petrol prices, closing arbitrage and raising freight costs, squeezing profitability.
DR Congo Lists 44 African Countries Eligible for eVisa 2026
DR Congo has released the official list of 44 African countries whose citizens can apply for the eVisa in 2026. The eVisa is valid for 90 days, and applicants must state their travel purpose.
Petrol Import Cost Surges N48/Litre in Six Days
The landing cost of imported petrol surged by nearly N48 per litre in six days to N1,182.50 per litre, driven by higher crude prices, rising shipping rates, and naira weakness, according to MEMAN data.
Nigerian Agro Consultant Rejects N1m Monthly Job Offer
Umaru Ezekiel Esude turned down a farm manager role offering N1 million monthly salary, official car, and security personnel after reading the contract's restrictions.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Renamed After Tinubu
Nigeria's Minister of Works Dave Umahi announced the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has been renamed the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway, honoring President Tinubu.
Abia Secures $145 Million Solar Manufacturing Plant Investment
Abia State has secured a $145 million investment to establish a solar manufacturing plant, boosting renewable energy capacity and creating thousands of jobs.
SEC Campaign to Recover N270bn Unclaimed Dividends
The SEC has launched a nationwide campaign to help investors reclaim an estimated N270 billion in unclaimed dividends and capital market funds, starting with a town hall in Lagos.
UK Visa Guide 2026: Types, Documents, Timelines for Nigerians
UK government lists visa categories, required documents, and decision timelines for Nigerians in 2026. Processing takes 3-12 weeks; applications open 3-6 months before travel.
Mali Visa-Free Entry 2026: 20 African Countries List
Mali has published the official list of 20 African countries whose citizens can enter without a visa in 2026, including all ECOWAS member states and several others.
Nigeria UK Student Visa 2026: Key Documents to Prepare Before Apply
UKVI reminds Nigerian students to prepare mandatory documents like passport and CAS, plus financial evidence, for a UK Student visa in 2026 to avoid delays.
Naira Gains 65 Kobo Against Dollar as CBN Reports New Rate
The naira appreciated to N1,381.53 per dollar in the official market on July 16, 2026, gaining 65 kobo. Interbank FX turnover surged 69% to $205.37 million, while reserves rose to $51.893 billion.
NGX: UBA, FirstHoldCo Lead Institutional Buying
Institutional investors drive buying pressure on NGX, with UBA and FirstHoldCo leading as investors shift to bank stocks amid positive earnings outlook.
Cameroon Lists African Countries Eligible for Visa-Free Entry
Cameroon confirms visa-free entry for citizens of Nigeria, Chad, Congo, and Central African Republic. Travelers must hold passports valid for six months.
South Sudan Visa Fees for Nigerians: Entry Costs
South Sudan has announced visa fees for Nigerians: single-entry visa costs USD 100, multiple-entry visas range from USD 200 to USD 350 depending on validity.
Yobe Governor Approves N460.8 Million for Akara Sellers
Yobe State Executive Council approves N460.83 million for beans and kitchen supplies for female small business owners, including akara sellers, under Governor Mai Mala Buni's empowerment programme.
UBA Business Series: Africa's Next Billion-Dollar Opportunities
At the UBA Business Series, investors pinpointed sectors like fintech, agribusiness, and renewable energy as Africa's next billion-dollar opportunities, driving economic transformation.
Pension Funds Anchor ₦20.69bn Private Debt Fund Issuance
FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund Series II raised ₦20.69bn, 103.43% subscribed, with 78% from pension funds, boosting local-currency capital for mid-sized Nigerian firms.
Kebbi Governor Approves N10,000 Monthly Allowance for NYSC Members
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has approved a N10,000 monthly allowance for all NYSC members in the state to cushion inflation effects.
Germany's 5 Steps for Non-EU Skill Visa in 2026
Germany's dual vocational training program offers non-EU citizens a clear 5-step pathway to secure a skill visa, including language requirements, training contracts, and relocation steps.
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