Category : Economy


FG Promised Cheaper CNG Transport But Fares Remain High

Despite the Federal Government’s promise of cheaper transport through the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), transport fares across Nigeria remain high, leaving many Nigerians questioning the policy’s impact.

Tinubu Orders EFCC Recoveries to Fund Student Loans

President Tinubu has directed eligible EFCC-recovered funds and unclaimed dividends to NELFUND, boosting the student loan programme. Over ₦242 billion in unclaimed dividends could support more students, but eligibility requirements remain.

Financing Nigeria's High-Growth Companies

Nigerian high-growth companies face a financing gap as they transition from early-stage growth to scale, requiring innovative funding solutions and policy support to unlock their full potential.

Dangote, Rabiu Add $9.5 Billion to Wealth YTD 2026

Africa’s richest men, Aliko Dangote and Abdulsamad Rabiu, have seen their combined net worth surge by $9.5 billion year-to-date in 2026, driven by strong gains in cement, sugar, and oil refining.

Nigeria Energy Inflation Falls to 4.37% in July 2026

Nigeria's energy inflation dropped to 4.37% in July 2026, the lowest rate in four months, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. This marks a significant decline from 6.18% in June, driven by lower petrol and electricity costs.

FG Spent ₦30.64 Trillion on Wages, Debt, Infrastructure

The Federal Government spent ₦30.64 trillion on incremental expenses from June 2023 to December 2025, with wage adjustments, external debt service, and strategic infrastructure accounting for the largest portions, Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele has said.

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