Kaduna State's $200 million Mega Poultry Project is set to generate $450 million in annual revenue and over 350,000 jobs, boosting food security and agribusiness. Read more on this transformative initiative.
Standard Chartered has promoted Dalu Ajene to CEO for Africa. He led the Nigerian unit to meet CBN's N200bn recapitalisation early. Read his vision for the continent.
Nigeria's petrol consumption soared to 63.7 million litres daily in December 2025, costing the nation an estimated N1.7 trillion. Dangote Refinery ramps up supply as imports remain dominant. Read the full analysis.
Nigerian banks will begin deducting a 7.5% Value Added Tax on fees for mobile transfers, POS, and other services from January 19, 2026. Learn what this means for your transactions.
NASA has safely returned four astronauts to Earth from the International Space Station due to undisclosed medical concerns. This marks the first medical evacuation in the ISS's 25-year history. Read the full story for details.
The Centre for Energy Reforms says Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan's appointment as NUPRC CEO can strengthen regulation and rebuild investor confidence in Nigeria's upstream oil sector. Read more.
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has announced a major leadership change following a board takeover. Engr. Dr Olubunmi Peters is the new Chairman, while Wola Joseph-Condotti takes over as interim CEO. Read the full details.
Golden Penny Foods concludes its massive 65th-anniversary 'Buy & Win' promo, rewarding over 10,000 Nigerians with prizes worth ₦4 billion, including cars and kitchen makeovers. Read about the winners and the brand's celebration.
Bauchi State forms a climate assembly with experts to fight bush burning and deforestation, aiming to protect agriculture and public health. Learn about the new strategies.
Nigeria's import price index increased by 0.16% in Q3 2025, driven by higher costs for building materials and footwear. The NBS report reveals a slight decline in the terms of trade. Read the full analysis.
Vice President Kashim Shettima leads the National Economic Council meeting to advance President Tinubu's livestock and ranching transformation agenda. Read the latest details.
Ogun State acquires a major poultry processing facility, adding 1.3 million birds annually to boost food security and attract investment. Read more on this agricultural milestone.
The Atlanta Black Chambers appoints Ijeoma Orji as its Nigeria Regional Lead to boost trade and investment links between Nigerian businesses and the global Black diaspora.
Nigeria's headline inflation increased to 15.15% in December 2025, a reversal after eight months of decline. The NBS attributes the rise to a statistical 'base effect' from CPI rebasing.
Oba Rashidi Ladoja inaugurates a high-powered legal committee to tackle land grabbing in Ibadan. The monarch warns perpetrators of severe consequences. Read more.
The Nigerian stock market closed in the red for the first time in 2026, with investors losing over N457 billion. Get the full details on the top gainers, decliners, and market analysis here.
Air Peace has issued an apology to passengers for recent flight disruptions, citing harmattan weather and safety compliance. The airline recorded the highest delay rate in Q3 2025.
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group forecasts the naira will stabilise around N1,480 per US dollar in 2026, driven by rising reserves and policy coordination. Discover the full economic outlook.
A Nigerian man clarifies how the new 7.5% VAT on mobile transfers, USSD, and POS works. Learn how it impacts service fees and what it means for your daily transactions.
The Nigeria Revenue Service clarifies misconceptions about VAT on banking services, stating it's not a new tax. Learn what changed and what remains exempt.
The Federal Government warns it may revoke licenses for undeveloped oil blocks. Minister Lokpobiri says licenses are not status symbols, and no refunds will be given. Read the latest on Nigeria's energy sector.
Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has reminded all employers to file their 2025 annual tax returns by January 31, 2026, via the eTax portal to avoid penalties under the new NTAA law.
Financial expert explains new 7.5% VAT on mobile & USSD bank fees from January 19, 2026. Learn how it impacts your transfers alongside N50 stamp duty.
Lebara Nigeria has launched a digital Agent Registration Portal to onboard PoS agents and distributors ahead of its 2026 commercial launch. The portal promises a 30-minute onboarding process.
The Nigerian Revenue Service clarifies that the 7.5% VAT applies to bank service charges, not transaction values. Implementation begins January 19, 2026. Read the full details.
Enugu Electricity Distribution Company launches a debt relief scheme, offering up to 25% discount on arrears incurred before Dec 2022. Learn how to qualify and settle your bills.
Dangote Refinery sells petrol N44 per litre cheaper than imports, forcing a price war. Learn how this impacts Nigerian consumers and the market's future.
Learn how to hide OPay transactions for privacy and understand why permanent deletion is not possible due to Nigerian financial regulations. A step-by-step guide.
Starting 2026, Nigerians face new costs: a 7.5% VAT on mobile/USSD fees and a ₦50 stamp duty on transfers above ₦10,000. Learn all the details and how to plan for higher digital banking expenses.
Dulux Paints has unveiled new premium packaging for its products, reinforcing over six decades of commitment to quality and sustainability for Nigerian consumers. Experience the new look nationwide.