Verve Issues 100 Million Payment Cards Across Africa
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
Nigeria raises $2.25bn via a heavily oversubscribed Eurobond, attracting over $13bn in orders. Analysts credit recent fiscal reforms and FX liberalisation for renewed global investor confidence in Africa's largest economy.
Ecobank Nigeria offers to buy back its outstanding 2026 senior Eurobond early. The move aims to optimize its balance sheet and strengthen its debt profile. Read details.
Residents of Bakale village in Sokoto State live in terror as armed bandits demand a N20 million levy to avoid attacks. Several other communities face similar threats. Read more.
A 25-year-old mother has been arrested in Kebbi State for allegedly kidnapping her own son and demanding a N5 million ransom from the father. The 4-year-old boy was rescued unharmed.
OPEC confirms Nigeria's oil production quota remains at 1.5 million barrels per day until December 2026 to ensure global market stability. Read the full details.
Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami dismisses EFCC's claims of duplicating $322.5m Abacha loot recovery as 'baseless'. He details cost-saving efforts and labels the probe a political witch-hunt. Read the full story.
EFCC restricts former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami's travel, seizes passport in ongoing $490 million Abacha loot investigation. Daily reporting required.
EFCC restricts ex-Attorney General Malami's travel, seizes passport in $490 million Abacha loot investigation. Daily reporting required as probe intensifies.
Masked gunmen have kidnapped Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan in Kwara State. The kidnappers are demanding N150 million ransom for his release. Read the full details.
Federal Government launches Student Venture Capital Grant portal offering up to ₦50 million equity-free funding for Nigerian student entrepreneurs in STEMM fields. Apply now!
House of Representatives launches forensic investigation into failed $460 million CCTV project as Abuja faces worsening insecurity. Committee demands accountability.
Uche David Obinali, niece of ex-Governor Rochas Okorocha, faces fraud charges for an alleged N17 million land scam in Abuja. She pleaded not guilty and was granted bail. Read the full details.
Nigerian singer Candy Bleakz was robbed of N10 million jewelry in Cape Town while security operatives watched. Video goes viral as fans react to the shocking incident.
African Development Bank approves $500 million loan to support Nigeria's energy sector reforms and climate action. Learn how this funding will transform Nigeria's power sector.
DJ Chicken condemns Portable's attack on Olamide, reveals singer gave him N8 million for royal chair. Watch viral video and see fan reactions.
Kidnappers in Kaduna have brazenly used a victim's phone to post photos on Facebook while demanding N600 million ransom for an Anglican vicar and his wife. Read the shocking details.
Bandits release photos of abducted Kaduna Anglican priest Ven. Edwin Achi and wife Sarah after demanding N600m ransom. The couple was kidnapped from Nissi community on October 28, 2025.
Nigerian undergraduates in STEMM fields can now apply for up to N50 million equity-free funding from the Federal Government's Student Venture Capital Grant. Applications are open.
Yanga FM, Nigeria's first urban-pidgin radio station, has made broadcasting history by awarding ₦1 million to its first caller. Discover how this groundbreaking moment is reshaping Nigerian radio.
TETFund has commissioned a new N1.39 billion, 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, to ease student accommodation. The N50m student grant is also on track.
Bandits brutally murdered Usman Buhari after collecting N70 million ransom from his family in Niger State. The victim was kidnapped along Mokwa-New Bussa Road. Read more about this tragic security failure.
Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro files lawsuit against Peggy Ovire demanding ₦100 million compensation for alleged assault and rights violation on movie set. Read full details.
Indonesian authorities detain Chinese property executive WZ wanted for $138 million loan default. The fugitive had been moving through Asian nations since August. Read full details.
Nigerian students can now apply for the FG's N50 million equity-free venture capital grant. Applications open at svcg.education.gov.ng for STEMM innovations with Google partnership benefits.
Nigerian bond yields fell to 15.57% as investors shift to government securities. Discover how this trend impacts portfolios and what analysts forecast for fixed-income markets.
Ondo State House of Assembly in crisis as 12 lawmakers pass vote of no confidence against Speaker Olamide Oladiji over alleged N50m misappropriation. EFCC investigation demanded.
Nigeria's top golfers battle for a record N34.5 million prize at the 64th FirstBank Lagos Open. The event tees off Monday at Ikoyi Club 1938. Don't miss the action!
Federal Government begins Siemens power project to add 7000MW to Nigeria's electricity grid, promising improved power supply nationwide while tackling estimated billing.
Ukrainian President Zelensky imposes sanctions on ex-business partner Timur Mindich amid a $100M energy sector fraud scandal. Key ministers resign as anti-corruption efforts intensify.