32 C
Lagos
Sunday, April 27, 2025

CATEGORY

Business

Block’s TBD announces hackathon grants to address payment gaps across Africa

TBD, a division of Block, has announced the launch of the TBD Hackathon, a competition designed to address gaps in payment systems across Africa....

Dangote Accuses IOCs and Nigerian Government Agency of Sabotaging Refinery Project

Dangote Blames NUPRC and IOCs for Crude Supply Issues at Dangote Refinery. Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, has publicly criticized the...

“Naira Continues to Appreciate Against the Dollar at Official FX Market”

"Naira Continues Appreciation Against Dollar at Official FX Market, Strengthens on Parallel Market"   The naira has extended its appreciation against the dollar at the official...

“Insecurity Drives Up Food Prices in Nigeria, Traders Warn”

Traders at Ose Okwodu Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, have pointed to insecurity as a major reason for the escalating cost of food items...

CBN injects $876 million into FX market to boost liquidity and transparency

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has injected $876 million into the foreign exchange (FX) market to enhance liquidity and transparency. This move supports...

Inconsistent rainfall could negatively impact crop yields, farmers warn

Farmers across Nigeria are expressing concern over the inconsistent rainfall patterns this year, warning that it could significantly affect crop yields. While some crops...

Dele Momodu Urges Caution Over Policies Impacting Nigeria’s Business Climate

Renowned publisher Dele Momodu has expressed concern over recent policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, warning that they could drive investors away from Nigeria....

Dangote Alleges NNPC Staff Involvement in Malta Blending Plant During Meeting with Lawmakers

Aliko Dangote, the Chairman of Dangote Group, has brought forward serious allegations involving staff members of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and...

fuel price jumps to ₦750.17 in June 2024 from ₦545.83 in June 2023

In June 2024, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported significant changes in fuel prices compared to the previous year and month: 1. **Petrol Price:** -...

Nigerian regions with the highest number of retail, trade businesses

The informal economy plays a crucial role in Nigeria's economic landscape, with approximately 40 million Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), of which nearly...

Navigating the World of Online Forex Trading

Online forex trading has revolutionized the financial landscape, offering both beginners and seasoned traders alike new opportunities to participate in the global currency market....

Celebrating 12 Years of Jumia: A journey of innovation, growth, and impact!

Jumia's journey from its launch in 2012 to its current position as a leading e-commerce platform across Africa has been marked by significant growth,...

Tinubu’s student loan, coastal highway project was our idea – Sowore

The human rights activist noted that Tinubu’s government replicating their ideas resulted from people not paying attention to candidates who had ideas and glorifying...

FG ALLOCATED ₦628.61 BILLION TO ELECTRICITY SUBSIDY IN 2023 AMID INCREASING POWER EXPENSES

In 2023, the Federal Government of Nigeria allocated a substantial ₦628.61 billion towards electricity subsidies as part of its efforts to stabilize the power...

BDC OPERATORS REJECT CBN’S NEW LICENSING DIRECTIVE

Bureau De Change (BDC) operators nationwide are strongly opposing the recent directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) that requires them to reapply...

TOP 10 AFRICAN COUNTRIES WITH THE HIGHEST DEBT TO CHINA

There are growing concerns as the external debts of most African countries continue to rise, outpacing their economic growth. The International Monetary Fund (IMF)...

NAIRA APPRECIATES ₦3.31 AGAINST DOLLAR IN OFFICIAL MARKET

The volume of currency traded increased significantly, with the total daily turnover rising to $268.17 million on Tuesday from $161.41 million on Monday. The...

Lawyers Accused by NFIU of Collaborating with Criminals to Hide and Invest Illegal Funds

The Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Dr. Emmanuel Shotande, has expressed concerns regarding lawyers allegedly aiding criminals in investing...

MINIMUM WAGE: N54,000 INSUFFICIENT FOR SUSTENANCE — NLC

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has firmly stated that the proposed N54,000 minimum wage by the Federal Government would not suffice for any family's...

STANBIC IBTC HOLDINGS TO ORGANIZE 7TH EDITION OF ITS YOUTH LEADERSHIP SERIES

Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a prominent financial services group dedicated to fostering growth and innovation within Nigeria's economic sphere, has announced its eagerly anticipated annual...

Latest news