Economy

The Kebbi State Government has entered into a strategic partnership with First Bank Nigeria Plc. to boost industrialisation, mining, and infrastructure development in the state as part of its broader …

The Federal Government has begun a pilot programme to restructure underperforming electricity distribution companies (Discos) in a bid to overhaul Nigeria’s struggling power distribution sector. This marks the most decisive …

Licensed customs agents in Nigeria have raised serious concerns following the introduction of a $100 Peak Season Surcharge by French shipping giant CMA/CGM on all twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers …

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is now taking tougher actions in the foreign exchange market, aiming to stop speculators and bring more stability to the naira. These fresh efforts …

Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria has thrown its weight behind the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the policies are vital to driving trade and investment growth across West …

Coronation Capital Limited and Trium, both subsidiaries of Coronation Group Limited, have reaffirmed their commitment to Africa’s economic development by sponsoring the 2025 African Private Capital Association (AVCA) conference. The …

Nigeria’s leasing industry recorded a strong growth of 23.2 per cent in 2024, pushing the value of outstanding leases to N5.17 trillion, up from N4.19 trillion in 2023. This was …

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has again warned the public to beware of fraudsters who are using its name to promote fake contracts, loans, and financial grants. In a …

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has made four Nigerians millionaires as it continues to reward loyal customers in its popular Millionaire Promo, now in its 10th season. The winners, who …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in partnership with the World Bank-funded West Africa Regional Digital Integration Project (WARDIP), has started a two-day technical workshop aimed at improving …