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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.

Akara Seller Buys Motorcycle, Expands Business

A Nigerian roadside akara seller inspires many after buying a brand new motorcycle to expand into delivery services. See her viral TikTok success story and the reactions.

Lagos clears roadside markets on Ikotun-Igando Road

Lagos State Government clears roadside traders on Ikotun-Igando Road to reclaim walkways and enforce laws. Commissioner Wahab details the state's waste-to-wealth drive for a sustainable environment.

Asian Markets Drift, Oil Up on Venezuela Blockade

Asian equities showed mixed performance as US jobs data failed to boost rate cut expectations. Oil prices surged over 1% after Trump ordered a blockade of Venezuelan tankers. Get the latest market analysis.

Asian Markets Retreat on US Jobs Data, Tech Worries

Asian markets extended losses Tuesday ahead of key US jobs data, with tech sector jitters and Fed rate cut uncertainty weighing on investor sentiment. Key indexes in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai all fell over 1%. Read the full analysis.

Police Arrest Two with Fireworks, Explosives in Imo

Imo State Police have arrested Opara Evans and Chinedum Stanley for possessing banned fireworks and explosives in Owerri markets. Authorities warn against violations ahead of the festive season.

Asian Markets Up Ahead of US Jobs, Inflation Data

Most Asian markets gained Wednesday, tracking Wall Street, as investors await crucial US jobs and inflation data that will shape the Federal Reserve's rate decision next week. Read more.

Asian markets mixed ahead of key US data, Fed decision

Asian markets showed mixed performance as investors await crucial US economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut next week. Oil prices surged on OPEC+ output decision.

Makinde opens 4th ultramodern market in Oyo

Governor Seyi Makinde commissions Omituntun Ultramodern Market in Omi Adio, featuring 406 shops and 56 stalls. The project aims to transform trading in Oyo State.

Rice Prices Drop 40% in Nigerian Markets

Nigerian consumers rejoice as rice prices plummet from N95,000 to N55,000 per bag due to increased local production and imports. Traders face losses while experts warn the relief may be temporary.

Asian markets bounce as Nvidia takes centre stage

Asian markets staged a recovery on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, as all eyes turned to Nvidia's earnings report amidst growing fears of an AI-driven stock market bubble. Discover the key figures and expert analysis.

EU Probes Amazon, Microsoft Cloud for Stricter Rules

The EU is investigating Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure under the Digital Markets Act, which could lead to stricter competition rules for their cloud services. Discover the potential impact on the tech sector.

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