Sunday, March 8, 2026

Economy

March 7, 2026

Lagos filling stations hike fuel prices above N1,000 per litre 

The recent incessant increase comes amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, particularly involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

March 7, 2026

PEBEC seeks deeper collaboration with foreign investors

He reiterated the federal government’s commitment to fostering a stable, transparent, and competitive business environment.

Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC)
March 7, 2026

Recapitalisaton: 30 banks meet new capital requirements ahead of March 31 deadline, says CBN

The CBN said the recapitalisation programme is “progressing steadily.”

Nigerian banks and CBN
March 7, 2026

Centre seeks review of NPA tariff increase

The Federal Government approved a 15 per cent increase in port tariffs in February to improve infrastructure and expand port capacity.

March 6, 2026

Gov Otti seeks private sector investment to drive Abia’s economic growth

Mr Otti said this on Thursday at the maiden Abia Business Roundtable organised by the State Government in Umuahia.

Abia state governor, Alex Otti
March 6, 2026

Navy backs enforcement of equipment leasing act

The Nigerian Navy has pledged full support for the Equipment Leasing Registration Authority in enforcing the Equipment Leasing Act, 2015.

chief of naval staff, Idi Abbas,
March 6, 2026

ECOWAS parliament seeks policies focused on real economic gains for West Africans

Ms Ibrahima said stronger engagement with businesses would help drive trade, innovation and job creation across the region.

ECOWAS Parliament
March 5, 2026

SSANU decries delay in February salaries for federal university workers

Mr Ibrahim said the delay had caused hardship for its members and their families.

Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU)
March 5, 2026

Dangote Refinery assures Nigerians of stable petroleum supply amid Middle East crisis

The conflict in the Middle East has led to the shutdown of some refineries and a cut in refinery production across the world.

Dangote Refinery
March 5, 2026

UNIUYO MFB inaugurates WashLoan for safe water, hygiene

The University of Uyo Microfinance Bank has unveiled a loan facility, WashLoan, to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene for residents in the university community.

University of Uyo Microfinance Bank