Key Nigerian private sector actors unite with civil society to design market-driven strategies for economic resilience and preventing violent extremism in fragile states. Discover the innovative plans.
The Nigerian naira recorded its steepest depreciation in weeks, falling to N1,469.90 per dollar despite CBN interventions. Discover the causes and market outlook.
Explore how China's secretive rare earth mining in Jiangxi fuels global tech and defense, shaping trade wars and forcing EU and US to seek alternatives. Discover the strategic power buried in red soil.
Discover how most Nigerians survive through multiple income streams, informal jobs, and creative hustle. Learn about real salaries, from ₦70K minimum wage to MTN's high pay.
Chikatara Mbonu blames Nigeria's recurring crises on duplicated policies, inconsistent reforms, and lack of a long-term national development plan. Learn the solutions proposed.
The Federal Government has opened a portal for Nigerian youths aged 18-39 to access loans up to N5 million under the new YouthCred scheme. Apply now for flexible, low-interest credit to boost your business or career.
New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data was distorted by a government shutdown and Black Friday sales, advising patience on further interest rate cuts. Get the full analysis.
The Nigerian naira weakened further at the official forex market, trading at ₦1,457.84 per dollar. Analysts cite weak inflows and high demand, but remain hopeful due to strong external reserves.
A PwC Nigeria economist forecasts 4.2% economic growth for Nigeria in 2026, driven by reforms and key sectors, but warns of risks like insecurity and inflation. Read the full analysis.
French lawmakers fail to agree on 2026 budget, deepening political crisis. Prime Minister Lecornu faces setback as deficit concerns grow. Read the full analysis.
Economists warn Nigeria could lose up to $4 billion in annual remittances due to new US travel restrictions. The ban disrupts business, education, and investment flows.
The Bank of Japan has increased interest rates to a three-decade high of 0.75% to combat persistent inflation, partly driven by soaring rice prices. Get the full details on this major economic shift.
Thousands protest President Javier Milei's labour reforms in Argentina, which unions say erode workers' rights. The bill aims to boost formal hiring but faces fierce opposition.
SMEDAN applies to CBN to launch a microfinance bank for direct SME funding. Agency also targets formalising one million businesses and unveiling a new MSME policy in 2026.
US consumer inflation slowed to 2.7% in November, below forecasts. The data, delayed by a government shutdown, shows easing price pressures despite earlier tariff impacts. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate to 3.75% after UK inflation eased faster than expected. Governor Andrew Bailey confirmed the move, marking the sixth reduction since August 2024. Read more for the full analysis.
Nigeria's smartphone market rebounds as naira stability lowers prices for iPhone, Samsung, Tecno, and others. Shipments rise, making Nigeria a bright spot in Africa's tech story. Read more.
The Naira depreciated against the US dollar, closing at N1,455.49/$1 in the official market. Pressure mounts due to reduced FX inflows and limited CBN intervention. Get the latest rates and analysis.
Nigeria's Federal Government spent more on debt servicing and salaries than it earned in 2025's first seven months, with a N10.19tn revenue shortfall. Oil earnings slumped over 60%. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria's Senate has approved the CBN's exchange rate projection of N1,512/$ for 2026 and reduced the oil price benchmark to $60 per barrel. Get the full details on the 2026-2028 MTEF framework.
The European Central Bank keeps its key deposit rate at 2% for the fourth consecutive meeting. Analysts scrutinise Lagarde's comments for clues on future monetary policy amid uncertain inflation outlook. Read more.
The ILO has launched a new brief on building rights-based unemployment protection, linking income security to job creation. Learn how this affects Nigeria's labour market.
Nigeria is excluded from the 2024 list of the world's 30 most miserable countries, per the Okun's Misery Index. Discover what this means for the nation's economy.
Finance Minister Wale Edun reveals a N30 trillion revenue shortfall, contradicting President Tinubu's claim of meeting the 2025 target. Details on the budget deficit and borrowing plans inside.
Germany's coalition government overhauls unemployment benefits, introducing stricter penalties for job seekers who refuse work or miss appointments. The reform aims to boost employment amid economic downturn.
The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.
German business sentiment dropped for a second month in December, hitting its lowest point in seven months. The industrial slump and weak Christmas sales signal a bleak economic end to 2025. Read more.
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce warns that insecurity is crippling businesses. President Emeka Obegolu calls for urgent action on ranching and illegal mining to stimulate economic growth.
The Nigeria Labour Congress warns that financial insecurity is crippling workers, with real wages declining. Urgent government action is needed to stabilise the economy and protect incomes.
The Debt Management Office has urged state governments to strictly adhere to the Fiscal Responsibility Act when borrowing. DMO DG Patience Oniha says compliance is non-negotiable for sustainable public finance. Read more.