Lagos Named Nigeria's Most Business-Friendly State
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
Senior executives will gather in Lagos on December 18 for a strategic roundtable to navigate 2026's economic pressures, policy changes, and capital management challenges. Join the dialogue.
PEBEC's 2025 reports reveal Lagos, Kaduna, and Oyo as Nigeria's top states for business. Discover key reforms and federal agency rankings driving investment climate improvements nationwide.
Russia's Ambassador to Nigeria details Moscow's multipolar world vision at Lagos forum, highlighting Nigeria's crucial role in regional stability and global influence. Read more.
China pledges zero-tariff access for Nigerian exports, accelerating economic ties. This move aims to deepen bilateral cooperation and mark 55 years of diplomatic relations. Explore the details and implications for Nigeria's trade future.
China's Ambassador to Nigeria announces readiness to expedite zero-tariff policy for Nigerian goods, boosting trade ahead of 55th diplomatic anniversary and 2026 cultural exchanges. A major win for Nigeria's exporters.
A young Nigerian entrepreneur's joy after building her business place from the ground up has inspired many. Watch the transformation and see the reactions. #SuccessStory #Nigeria
The Bank of Industry disbursed over ₦1.27 trillion across 14 sectors in 2024, supporting 900,000 jobs. The bank is expanding green finance and renewable energy investments to drive Nigeria's industrial transformation.
Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru's sudden resignation over health concerns may trigger more cabinet exits. Northern governors and traditional rulers unite to demand state police and a mining suspension. Read the full analysis.
A Nigerian businessman's fully-equipped barbing salon was demolished after months of work, leaving him devastated. He blames a terrible access road and a difficult landlord.
Filmhouse Group and Café One hosted a pivotal forum in Lagos for Men's Day 2025, addressing mental health, fatherhood, and social pressures. Read how leaders are reshaping masculinity in Nigeria.
The Arewa Consultative Forum laments the death of Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, calling it a deep void in Nigeria's quest for religious harmony and national unity. Read the full tribute.
Northern Governors and traditional rulers met in Kaduna, calling for state police and unity against banditry. They urged an end to ethnic and religious narratives harming national cohesion.
At the 2025 G20 Summit in South Africa, China and Africa launched a landmark initiative for joint modernisation. Learn how this partnership aims to tackle debt, boost tech, and reshape global governance for the Global South.
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former NEF spokesperson, says President Tinubu lacks the drive to fix Nigeria and should support a younger, more capable successor in 2027. Read his full critique.
Governor Dauda Lawal promotes Zamfara's agricultural potential at Africa Investment Forum 2025, signs transformative MoU with MOFI to boost farming and create jobs.
Nigeria will host the Africa International Defence Exhibition in October 2026, attracting 30,000 attendees from 100+ countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and showcase defence technologies.
An American woman moves to Ghana to support her boyfriend's poultry business, sparking mixed reactions online about investing in relationships.
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan safely returns to Abuja after being evacuated from Guinea-Bissau military coup. Read details of his West Africa mission.
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders mass recruitment into security forces and supports state police establishment. Southern governors unite on decentralized security approach.
China and Nigeria enhance cultural cooperation through radio programs, educational exchanges, and creative industries. Discover how mutual learning builds stronger bilateral relations.
The 2025 Harvesters Entrepreneurship Forum emphasized scaling businesses with strategy, spirit, and structure. Learn how Nigerian entrepreneurs are building legacies of impact.
Bank of Industry launches structured Business Clinic model to address MSME survival crisis. Only 20% of Nigerian businesses survive past 5 years. New program targets 24,000 enterprises by 2027.
Over 300 members of Ntezi community in Ebonyi State fund SMART Project, providing whiteboards to public schools. This community-led initiative enhances learning and calls for government support.
Nigerian SMEs can win $50,000 in AWS credits and free tablets at the Mentor Matchup Challenge 7.0 summit in Lagos on Dec 4-5. Learn how to scale your business for AfCFTA markets.
Pan African Parliament commends Nigeria's petroleum sector reforms and PIA implementation. Nigeria's oil production rebounds to 1.7 million barrels daily, becoming Africa's benchmark for oil governance.
President Bola Tinubu commits to ending terrorism and banditry in northern Nigeria during ACF anniversary. Read his comprehensive security and economic revival plan.
President Tinubu reveals Northern Nigeria's security crisis remains his deepest worry, threatening national progress. Read his urgent address at ACF's 25th anniversary.
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani calls on Arewa Consultative Forum to continue shaping policy and preserving unity as it marks 25th anniversary. Learn about the Kaduna Peace Model achievements.
President Tinubu declares unwavering commitment to eliminate terrorism in Northern Nigeria while promising economic revival through Kolmani oil fields and infrastructure projects.