Anambra Consumers Demand Prepaid Meters Over Billing Issues

Electricity consumers in Anambra state have called on First Power to install prepaid meters, rejecting estimated billing practices. The company has opened a new meter lab in Onitsha to speed up installations, while state regulators pledge fair oversight.

Smart Companies Hire in Q1, Avoid Mid-Year Delays

Proactive companies are hiring in Q1 to gain competitive advantages, including lower talent competition and faster onboarding, while others risk losing top candidates by waiting until mid-year.

Unity Bank Denies Recapitalization Failure Claims

Unity Bank has firmly dismissed reports suggesting it failed to meet CBN's recapitalization threshold, confirming full compliance and strong financial stability ahead of the March 31, 2026 deadline through strategic merger and capital enhancement initiati

CPPE Warns Against New Tax on Sugary Drinks

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise warns that additional taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages could hurt Nigeria's manufacturing sector and slow economic recovery.

Man Moves Into Unfinished House After Rent Increase

A Nigerian man has moved into his uncompleted house after his landlord tripled his rent. He shared a video tour, expressing joy at becoming a landlord despite the unfinished state, sparking praise online for his decision to build gradually.

AI and Middle East Conflict to Shape Global Trade

The WTO's 2026 report highlights that AI investment and the Middle East conflict will significantly influence global trade, with AI driving high-tech goods and services, while geopolitical tensions pose risks to energy and transport costs.

Nigeria's £746M Port Deal Triggers Steel Import Worries

A £746 million port financing agreement between Nigeria and the UK has raised alarms over steel imports, with experts criticizing the neglect of local steel industries like Ajaokuta and Osogbo, warning of debt and job losses.

Naira Rebounds to N1,382.63/$ Amid FX Inflow Surge

Nigeria's naira strengthened to N1,382.63 per dollar as foreign exchange inflows surged 45% to $4.4 billion in February. Despite declining external reserves, net usable reserves improved significantly to $34.80 billion, signaling resilience.

FG Targets Middlemen to Boost Food Affordability

The Federal Government announces reforms to reduce middlemen dominance in livestock value chains, introducing live-weight pricing and digital tagging to stabilize prices and improve farmer incomes.

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