Canada 2026 Visa-Free Entry: US Citizens Lead Exempt List
Canada's 2026 entry rules: US citizens and green card holders are visa-exempt. 53 nations qualify for eTA by air; 17 more get conditional eTA. Traditional visas required for others.
Category : Business
15 Richest Texans 2025: Elon Musk Tops List at ~$997 Billion
Elon Musk tops the list of richest Texans in 2025 with ~$997 billion, more than four times the combined wealth of the next two billionaires. Michael Dell ($212B) and Alice Walton ($134B) follow.
Cooking Gas Prices Crash to N980/kg in Nigeria
Cooking gas depot prices in Nigeria have fallen to as low as N980 per kilogram amid fierce competition, offering relief to households after months of soaring costs.
Airtel Africa Hits N5,801 as NGX Surges, Reclaims 55% Threshold
Airtel Africa shares hit N5,801, driving NGX to reclaim a 55% year-to-date return and surging N3.45 trillion in market cap.
Richest Jews in the World 2025-2026: Tech and Finance
Larry Page tops the list of richest Jews in the world with $306 billion in 2026, followed by Sergey Brin. The list includes tech moguls, hedge fund managers, and philanthropists.
HBM Nigeria appoints Fatima Akilu, Nella Andem-Ewa as directors
HBM Nigeria Plc has appointed peacebuilding expert Fatima Akilu and former Attorney-General of Cross River State, Nella Andem-Ewa, as Independent Non-Executive Directors, effective 1 July.
Customs Surpasses 2025 Revenue Target, Projects N11tn
Nigeria Customs Service surpassed its 2025 revenue target of N5.079 trillion, collecting N6.1 trillion, and projects N11 trillion for 2026.
ONGA Ɗanɗano Seasoning Cube Gains Momentum in North
ONGA Ɗanɗano, a new seasoning cube designed for Northern Nigerian cuisine, is gaining popularity after launches in Yola and Kano, offering convenience and authentic Arewa flavor.
LAWMA clears illegal structures on Badagry Expressway
LAWMA continued enforcement on Badagry Expressway, clearing illegal structures and vehicles from LASU Gate to Okokomaiko to restore order and ease traffic.
Nigeria slashes vehicle import duties in 2026 fiscal policy
Nigeria reduces import duty on used vehicles from 15% to 5% and new vehicles from 20% to 10% under 2026 fiscal measures, as announced by Customs CG Adewale Adeniyi.
Coca-Cola Nigeria Marks 75 Years with 60cl Anniversary Bottle
Coca-Cola Nigeria celebrates 75 years by launching a 60cl PET anniversary bottle, offering 20% more value on select drinks, with culturally-inspired packaging and consumer activations.
Akwa Ibom pays N81bn pensions, gratuities in three years
Akwa Ibom State paid N81.06 billion in pensions and gratuities under Governor Umo Eno in three years, surpassing the N70.07 billion paid in the last four years of the previous administration.
Nigeria mortgage market below 1% GDP, report reveals
Nigeria's mortgage assets are under ₦1 trillion, less than 1% of GDP, compared to South Africa's 16%, highlighting a severe housing finance gap.
NNPC/Seplat JV Awards N18m Grants to Top Schools in PEARLs Quiz
The NEPL/Seplat Energy JV awarded N18 million in education infrastructure grants to top secondary schools at the 2026 PEARLs Quiz Competition in Benin, Edo State.
Jigawa Council Approves Pension Increase to ₦20,000
Jigawa State Executive Council approved raising minimum pension from ₦12,000 to ₦20,000 monthly for retirees under the contributory scheme, effective July 1, 2026, with ₦2.07 billion allocated for implementation.
Presco Plc Invests $100M in Ogun State Oil Palm
Presco Plc plans $100M initial investment in Ogun State for oil palm operations, creating thousands of jobs and boosting agriculture.
Nigeria Oil Regulators Unify Local Content Grading System
NCDMB, NUPRC, NMDPRA, NIPEX, and OPTS jointly develop a harmonised grading framework for in-country oil and gas capacities, aiming to boost local manufacturing and sustainability.
Emerald HoldCo launches takeover offer for Beta Glass shares
Emerald HoldCo B.V, new majority owner of Beta Glass, offers N590.94 per share for up to 11.74 million shares, a 5% premium over market price. Offer runs July 7 to August 4, 2026.
BUA Foods Proposes N504bn Dividend for 2025
BUA Foods Plc proposes a dividend of N28 per share, totaling about N504 billion for 2025, subject to shareholders' approval at the AGM on July 15.
Chinese automaker Lincon Bravos starts assembly in Niger
Chinese automaker Lincon Bravos has commenced vehicle and motorcycle assembly in Niger State, with the state government acquiring a 10% equity stake in the company.
Zenith Bank waived due process for Emefiele’s billions, witness says
A Zenith Bank official testified how waivers allowed billions of naira deposits and disbursements for ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, bypassing standard banking procedures.
Bandit attacks force Niger farmers to abandon fields, risk food crisis
Armed bandits killed at least nine farmers and abducted 20 in Niger State's Pandogari district in June 2025, forcing half of farms to be abandoned and threatening a catastrophic food crisis.
Nigeria's Neighbours' Electricity 'Debt' is a Service Charge
The ₦17.45 billion owed by Benin, Togo, and Niger is a residual service charge on a trade secured by guarantees since 2019, not a sign of exploitation.
NCAA Warns Cutting Ticket Sales Share May Harm Aviation Safety
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority warns that reducing its share of the 5% Ticket Sales Charge could weaken safety oversight and regulatory capacity.
IMF Cuts 2026 Global Growth Forecast to 3.0%
The IMF has lowered its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.0%, citing the Middle East conflict offset by AI-driven demand, with Nigeria projected to grow 4.1% in 2026.
Outrage: Celestia Blocks Nigerian Residents from Faucet
Celestia Labs blocked Nigerian residents from its faucet feature after most withdrew the $5 testing fund, sparking outrage and criticism online.
Saudi Arabia Launches National Visa Platform, Exempts Three Countries
Saudi Arabia has approved a national visa platform and exempted Hungary, Kazakhstan, and Poland from visa rules for diplomatic and special passport holders in 2026.
9 Countries Offering Long-Term Visitor Visas for Travellers in 2026
Nine countries offer long-term visitor visas allowing stays from 6 months to 1 year for tourism, family visits, or remote work in 2026.
From Abokifx to HyperFX: Instant FX Settlement
HyperFX launches instant FX settlement using stablecoin rails, replacing Abokifx with real-time cross-border payments and lower costs for Nigerian businesses.
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Apple Gift Card to Naira Rate in Nigeria 2026 Guide
Learn current Apple Gift Card to Naira rates in Nigeria for 2026. Discover factors affecting prices, how to sell on Jophab, and maximize your payout.
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