Industry leaders at Benin Consultants Convention call for expanding the consulting sector to tackle business challenges and drive economic growth in Nigeria's South-South region. Learn the strategies.
Fresh instability hits Nigeria's forex market as the naira weakens on the parallel market, widening the gap with official rates despite rising external reserves. Get the latest data and analysis.
Nigeria loses over $360m annually due to the EU ban on dried beans exports, caused by dangerous pesticide levels. Stakeholders demand urgent agricultural reforms and seed preservation.
Turkey's Energy Minister warns Russia and Ukraine against targeting energy facilities after Black Sea drone attacks. Disruption would hit global markets and daily lives. Read more.
Luana Lopes Lara, a 29-year-old MIT graduate and former ballerina, co-founded prediction market firm Kalshi, now valued at $11 billion. Discover her incredible journey to the top.
Egypt's $300m Saint Catherine tourism project is damaging a UNESCO World Heritage site and displacing the indigenous Bedouin community. Read about the controversy.
The FIRS clarifies that Nigeria's new 4% development levy consolidates existing charges, aims to simplify compliance, and boost investment. Learn how the tax reforms affect businesses and FTZs.
Eterna Plc plans to raise N21.52 billion through a rights issue to fund expansion in retail, LPG, and aviation. Shareholders can buy 3 new shares for every 4 held. Read details.
Nigeria's AMCON has repaid N3.6 trillion to the CBN, achieving an 87% recovery rate. CEO Gbenga Alade reveals plans to trace global assets of debtors. Read the full report.
At the 2025 Social Innovators Programme, LEAP Africa declared Africa a global innovation centre driven by youth. Discover the award winners and key insights.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced new weekly cash withdrawal limits of N500,000 for individuals and N5m for corporates, with excess fees starting January 1, 2026. Read the full details.
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Nigeria's Minister Jumoke Oduwole warn developing countries that sidelining services trade risks growth. Africa holds just 2% of global share. Read more.
China pledges zero-tariff access for Nigerian exports, accelerating economic ties. This move aims to deepen bilateral cooperation and mark 55 years of diplomatic relations. Explore the details and implications for Nigeria's trade future.
A planned week-long power outage in Adamawa and Taraba states disrupts daily life and businesses. Residents face darkness as YEDC conducts critical maintenance. Read more.
Sterling Bank and Pan-Atlantic University's EDC have signed an MoU to certify graduates of the Non-Oil Export Academy, aiming to build a globally competitive export community and diversify Nigeria's economy. Read how this initiative will empower Nigerian
Nigeria and the World Bank pledge to deepen social safety nets and economic opportunities for the vulnerable. New NG-CARES phase to launch in January 2026. Read more.
A €1.3 billion German biorefinery is using beech wood biomass to make chemicals for tyres and clothing, aiming to cut fossil fuel reliance. Can this green gamble revive the struggling industry? Read more.
Asian markets lost early gains despite strong Fed rate cut bets. Tokyo rose, but Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Seoul fell. Get the latest on global market volatility.
Nigeria's digital quality of life ranks 97th globally, with high internet costs a key barrier. Nigerians work 1 hour 41 mins monthly for mobile data, 14x more than Angola. Explore the full report.
President Trump overturns Biden's fuel-economy rules, claiming it will lower car prices. Critics warn it will worsen climate change and increase fuel costs for drivers.
China's Ambassador to Nigeria announces readiness to expedite zero-tariff policy for Nigerian goods, boosting trade ahead of 55th diplomatic anniversary and 2026 cultural exchanges. A major win for Nigeria's exporters.
Surprise US job losses in November, led by small businesses, signal economic weakness and raise expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Get the full analysis.
Yinka Ogunnubi recovered his lost laptop at MM2 Airport thanks to FAAN and AVSEC officials. Read his story of hope and commendation for Nigeria's aviation sector.
President Trump revokes tougher CAFE standards, aiming to cut new car costs by $1,000. The move, backed by Big Three CEOs, sparks debate on affordability versus climate goals.
Edo State unveils a ₦160 billion plan to remediate over 60 gully erosion sites and combat illegal sand mining. The initiative includes a massive tree-planting campaign.
US retail giant Costco sues the Trump administration, demanding a refund for tariffs paid on imports. The case challenges the legality of Trump's trade policy. Read the full story.
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
A young Nigerian entrepreneur's joy after building her business place from the ground up has inspired many. Watch the transformation and see the reactions. #SuccessStory #Nigeria
Nigeria's Central Bank has abolished cash deposit limits and raised weekly withdrawal thresholds to N500k for individuals. New policy takes effect January 2026.
The European Union has struck a landmark deal to end all imports of Russian gas by 2027. Get the full timeline and details on this major energy shift.