Western Africa

The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has officially reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos for public use after emergency repairs were carried out on a collapsed section. The reopening …

Nigeria’s economy has been hit with a fresh challenge as the price of crude oil dropped by $10 per barrel, raising concerns about the country’s financial stability and budget performance. …

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has appointed Adesua Dozie and three others into top management positions, as part of an ongoing shake-up aimed at boosting efficiency and attracting …

Wisdom Kwati Smart City has announced the commencement of construction on its second mega estate in Yola, Adamawa State. The project, named Brilliance Estate, is set to deliver over 15,000 …

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has approved the recruitment of 34 resident doctors for a seven-year training program aimed at improving healthcare services in …

Ikeja Hotels Plc, one of Nigeria’s top hospitality companies, has reported a remarkable 247% increase in after-tax profit, reaching ₦7.2 billion for the year ending December 31, 2024, up from …

JP Morgan is set to expand its footprint in Nigeria by upgrading its Lagos representative office into a full-fledged business branch. The US banking giant plans to apply for a …

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. …

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 …

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 …