Oyo, FCMB Give N1.5bn to Youth Farmers

Oyo State Government and First City Monument Bank have disbursed N1.5 billion in collateral-free loans to 1,000 young agripreneurs through the Easylift programme, aiming to boost food production and support youth-led businesses in agriculture.

NCC Orders Telecoms to Pay for Poor Network from 2026

The Nigerian Communications Commission has directed major telecom operators like MTN and Airtel to automatically compensate subscribers for poor service quality, effective April 2026, under new consumer protection rules.

NGX Crosses N130 Trillion Amid Corporate Actions

The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) surged past N130 trillion in market capitalisation, gaining N209 billion in a single trading session. Key stocks like Cadbury Nigeria and GTCO drove the upturn, while market breadth remained negative with more decliners

Dangote Cuts Petrol Price by N75 After Global Oil Drop

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reversed its N75 per litre petrol price increase, lowering the ex-gantry price to N1,200. The move follows a sharp decline in global crude oil prices, triggered by eased geopolitical tensions involving Iran.

FG Waives Demurrage on 10,000 Containers, Reviews NSW

The Federal Government has granted demurrage waivers for over 10,000 containers stuck at Lagos ports due to regulatory bottlenecks. Officials from NRS, NCS, and PEBEC reviewed the National Single Window system to address operational challenges.

Why Nigeria's Electricity Fails in February: Seasonal Scissor

Nigeria's electricity grid faces its worst performance annually from February to April due to a predictable convergence of peak demand from heat and reduced supply from hydro, exacerbated by a lack of reserve capacity and governance failures.

African Manufacturers Urge SEZ Reform for Industrial Growth

African manufacturers and stakeholders call for urgent redesign of special economic zones, citing structural flaws and global shifts. PAMA President Mansur Ahmed outlines a six-point reform agenda to boost integration and competitiveness under AfCFTA.

Human Capital Gap Threatens Africa's Energy Security

Africa's push for energy security through new refineries and plants is hampered by a critical shortage of skilled local talent, risking long-term operational failures and investment losses without urgent workforce development.

Airtel Hits 650M Global Users, Grows Nigerian Sites to 17,200

Bharti Airtel has achieved a global milestone with over 650 million mobile subscribers, becoming the world's second-largest telecom operator. In Nigeria, the company expanded its site count to 17,200, enhancing high-speed coverage and infrastructure.

ICTN Procurement Starts After Presidential Nod

The Federal Government has begun implementing the International Cargo Tracking Note following presidential approval, aiming for rollout by 2026 to enhance maritime security and trade transparency.

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