Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited recorded a strong increase in trading activities last week, as investor participation rose sharply following the resumption of normal market sessions after the festive holidays. The …
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South Africa’s Economy Shows Signs of Recovery, Says Ramaphosa
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has sent a hopeful message to South Africans as the country steps into January 2026, expressing confidence that the nation and its economy are moving in a …
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Nigeria Misses Oil Revenue Target by Over 63% Despite Higher Crude
The Federal Government earned far less than expected from crude oil in the first half of 2025, even though crude oil production improved slightly during the period. According to the …
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BusinessConsumer ProtectionEconomyEnergyNigeriaOil & GasPetroleum
Dangote Refinery Launches Hotline to Check Overpricing of Petrol at MRS Stations
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced the launch of a dedicated nationwide hotline for Nigerians to report any MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling station selling Premium Motor Spirit, also known as …
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Dangote Urges Nigeria to Boost Local Production
The Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has called on Nigeria to increase local production and strengthen backward integration as key steps toward becoming Africa’s leading manufacturing hub. He said …
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Chappal Energies Secures $430m Financing to Strengthen Asset Portfolio and Support Growth Strategy
Chappal Energies, through its subsidiary, Chappal Investments Limited, has completed major financing transactions valued at a total of $430m, marking an important step in the company’s financial and strategic expansion …
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Dangote Cement Gboko Launches Community Empowerment Programmes
Dangote Cement Plc, Gboko Plant, has rolled out a wide-ranging social intervention programme aimed at promoting sustainable economic empowerment and improving the living conditions of its host communities in Benue …
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Stronger Rand, Lower Oil, but Higher Fuel Costs for Motorists
by Radarr Adminby Radarr AdminIn spite of setbacks recorded in 2025, both in local and global markets, motorists have ended the year only slightly worse off when it comes to fuel prices. The year …
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Nigeria’s Textile Imports Jump to N814.27bn in Nine Months as Industry Revival Efforts Falter
Nigeria’s textile imports rose sharply to N814.27bn in the first nine months of 2025, raising fresh concerns over the effectiveness of the Federal Government’s repeated claims that it is reviving …
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PenCom Extends Pension Industry Recapitalisation Deadline to June 2027
The National Pension Commission has extended the deadline for the ongoing recapitalisation of the pension industry to June 2027, shifting it from the earlier date of December 2026. The move …