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Trader Recounts Balogun Market Fire Start at 4 PM

A trader shares her eyewitness account of the Balogun Market fire, revealing it began with smoke around 4 PM. She criticizes the initial response and explains how her mother's warning saved her goods.

FMDQ Market Activity Slows, Turnover Drops 24%

Trading activity on the FMDQ Securities Exchange contracted sharply in November 2025. Total secondary market turnover fell by 24.22% month-on-month to N54.64 trillion. Read the full analysis.

40 NGX Stocks Give Investors 100%+ Returns in 2025

A review of the Nigerian stock market in 2025 reveals 40 listed companies doubled investors' wealth, with 11 stocks soaring over 200%. Discover the top performers and the outlook for 2026.

NGX Adds N256bn in Festive Santa Claus Rally

The Nigerian stock market surged by N256 billion on Monday, with the All-Share Index rising to 152,459.07 points. Analysts see continued gains driven by strong fundamentals. Read the full market analysis.

Fire Destroys Sabuwar Lale Furniture Market in Kano

A devastating fire has razed the Sabuwar Lale furniture market in Kano, destroying dozens of shops and goods worth millions of naira. Traders are counting losses and pleading for government assistance. Read the full report.

Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers

Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.

Nigeria's Debt, Salaries Exceed Revenue in 2025

Nigeria's Federal Government spent more on debt servicing and salaries than it earned in 2025's first seven months, with a N10.19tn revenue shortfall. Oil earnings slumped over 60%. Read the full analysis.

Nigerian Stock Market Gains N245 Billion

The Nigerian equities market sustained its bullish trend on Wednesday, December 17, with investor wealth increasing by N244.62 billion. Key stocks like FirstHoldCo and Mecure drove the rally. Read the full analysis.

Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises

The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.

OHMS Capital Pioneers Financial Innovation in Nigeria

Discover how OHMS Capital is transforming Nigeria's investment landscape with data-driven fintech, blockchain ventures like WePairYou, and major agribusiness focus. Learn their growth strategy and vision for Africa.

Nigerian Equities Market Gains N997bn in Week

The Nigerian Exchange closed the first week of December positively, with investor wealth rising by nearly N1 trillion. The All-Share Index gained 1.08% as market sentiment remained strong. Discover the top gainers and most traded stocks.

Naira Falls as CBN Releases New FX Rate, Gap Widens

The Naira faced fresh pressure on Thursday, depreciating in both official and parallel markets. The Central Bank of Nigeria's new rate shows a widening gap with the black market. Read the full analysis.

Zamfara's N861.3bn 2026 budget presented to Assembly

Governor Dauda Lawal presents a N861.3 billion budget for 2026 to the Zamfara State House of Assembly, with 83% allocated to capital projects in security, agriculture, and infrastructure. Read the full breakdown.

Eterna Plc Launches N21.52 Billion Rights Issue

Eterna Plc plans to raise N21.52 billion through a rights issue to fund expansion in retail, LPG, and aviation. Shareholders can buy 3 new shares for every 4 held. Read details.

82 Nigerian Women on Death Row, Group Seeks Halt

ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.

Major Fire Guts Jabi Wood Market in Abuja

A devastating fire destroyed the popular Jabi Wood Market in Abuja early Wednesday. Traders lost millions in property. No casualties reported. Read more on the response and calls for aid.

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