Nigeria’s naira recorded its biggest gain in two weeks, appreciating by 0.6% to 1,530 per dollar as of 11:15 a.m. in Lagos on Wednesday, according to Bloomberg-tracked BMAT spot trading. …
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The Radarr Africa Business Desk reports daily on companies, markets, banking, energy, technology and policy across Nigeria and Africa. Stories are reviewed and edited by The Radarr Africa Editorial Team in Lagos. Story tips and corrections: business@radarr.africa.
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CBN Denies Introduction of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has debunked a viral report claiming it has introduced N5,000 and N10,000 banknotes to facilitate cash transactions. The apex bank, in a statement released …
- EconomyGOVERNMENTInfrastructureNigeriaTransportation & LogisiticsWestern Africa
Lagos Traffic Gridlock as FG Begins Independence Bridge Repairs
Lagos residents faced heavy traffic congestion on Wednesday following the unexpected closure of the Independence Bridge for repairs. The situation was worsened by an early morning downpour, leaving commuters stranded …
- Business and EconomyEnergyGOVERNMENTLeadershipNigeriaWestern Africa
Tinubu Sacks NNPC Board, Appoints New Leadership
President Bola Tinubu has dissolved the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), including Group Chief Executive Officer Mele Kyari and board chairperson Pius Akinyelure. In a statement by …
- Business and EconomyFinance & ServicesGOVERNMENTINVESTMENTNigeriaWestern Africa
NSIA Boosts Net Assets to N4.35 Trillion in 2024
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has recorded significant growth in its net assets for the 2024 financial year, nearly doubling despite global economic uncertainties. In a statement signed by …
- AgricultureDevelopmentHealthcare
Livestock productivity project to establish 20 veterinary hospitals with $500 million funding to improve animal healthcare
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) is set to establish and equip 20 model veterinary hospitals across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones with $500 million in funding to improve the …
- AviationDevelopmentEconomyGOVERNMENTInfrastructureNigeriaWestern Africa
Abia Airport Project to Employ Local Workers—Craneburg
CRANEBURG Construction Company, the consultants for the Abia airport project, has assured that skilled and unskilled workers from the host community, Nsulu in Isialangwa North Local Government Area, will be …
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Raenest seals $11M funding to deepen operations in Nigeria and Kenya
Raenest, a global multi-currency accounts platform, has raised $11 million in Series A funding to expand its operations in Kenya and Nigeria, as well as to enter new markets in …
cross Africa, a new phase of agriculture is taking shape, driven by the rapid emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital solutions. With food security becoming an urgent issue amid …
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African energy: Opportunities and challenges presented by Russia’s investments
Africa’s energy sector is drawing attention from powerful global players, with Russia positioning itself as a key partner. The continent, rich in oil, gas, and other natural resources, stands at …