N50 Stamp Duty on Bank Transfers Starts 2026

From January 1, 2026, Nigerian banks will charge senders a N50 stamp duty on electronic transfers of N10,000 and above. Learn about the new levy and other CBN-approved charges.

Dangote Refinery Offers 10-Day Credit, Free Fuel Delivery

Dangote Refinery introduces a 10-day credit facility and free logistics for petrol stations, slashing the gantry price to ₦699/litre. This strategic move aims to ease cash flow and distribution costs for dealers nationwide.

NGX Rally Adds N411bn as 2025 Trading Closes

The Nigerian stock market closed 2025 on a high note, with investor wealth surging by N411 billion. The NGX All-Share Index rose 0.42% as trading volume hit 4.7 billion shares. Discover the top gainers and losers.

Nigeria records $4.6bn BoP surplus in Q3 2025

Nigeria's external sector strengthens as the CBN reports a $4.6 billion Balance of Payments surplus for Q3 2025, driven by trade gains and rising reserves. Read the full analysis.

NIPCO to Boost Stake in Savannah Energy to 26.5%

Savannah Energy ends its share buyback, freeing £10m. NIPCO plans to increase its stake to 26.5% via secondary market deals. A new relationship agreement aims to protect minority shareholders. Read the full details.

NECA Supports Jan 1 Tax Reform Kickoff

NECA supports Nigeria's new tax laws starting January 1, 2025, urging amendments for genuine concerns. DG Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde calls for macroeconomic gains to reach micro level. Read more.

NNPC Debt Waiver: Only Penalties Forgiven

Clarification emerges that NNPC's $1.42bn and N5.57tr debt waiver covered only interest and penalties, not core royalties. CHRICED slams the move as reckless and opaque.

20m Nigerian Homes Stick to Firewood Over Cooking Gas

Despite rising LPG production, over 20 million Nigerian households rely on firewood and charcoal due to high costs. Experts warn of deforestation and health risks as government targets 5 million cylinders by 2030.

MA'AM Energy Takes Control of Geregu Power in $750m Deal

MA'AM Energy Limited becomes the new controlling shareholder of Geregu Power Plc in a landmark $750 million transaction, leading to a complete board overhaul. Discover the details and implications for Nigeria's power sector.

Gas Crisis Fuels Deforestation as Prices Soar

Despite vast gas reserves, soaring LPG prices force Nigerian households back to firewood and charcoal, deepening health risks and accelerating forest loss. Experts warn of a growing energy poverty crisis.

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