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Economy

June 25, 2026

Only 20% of POS operators registered, CAC says

Mr Ida expressed concern that emerging evidence linked some unregistered POS terminals to the movement of proceeds of crime.

POS operator
June 25, 2026

United Nigeria Airlines targets foreign carrier dominance

The airline said it aims to reduce foreign carriers’ dominance on routes serving Nigerian travellers.

United Nigeria Airlines
June 25, 2026

Expert urges Nigerians to diversify portfolios beyond stock investments

Mr Kebira attributed the low adoption of collective investment schemes to limited understanding of how mutual funds and ETFs operate.

Stocks, mutual funds charts
June 25, 2026

Africa must build resilience against AI-driven cyber threats: ECA

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa has called on African countries to strengthen cybersecurity systems and build resilience against emerging threats.

Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
June 25, 2026

Okrika: Second-hand shirt price jumps from N1,500 to N3,500; trousers, N3,000 to N6,000; jeans N2,500 to N7,000

As transport fares rise due to petrol price hikes, some second-hand clothes traders in Dutse, Jigawa, have expressed concern about low patronage amid soaring prices.

Okrika market in Jigawa
June 25, 2026

Japa: Nigerian Academy of Science seeks ‘brain gain’ solutions

The president of the Nigerian Academy of Science, Abubakar Sambo, says brain drain remains a challenging issue.

Nigerian Academy of Science members
June 25, 2026

Nigeria-Philippines bilateral trade volume hits 700% increase in three years

The volume of bilateral trade between Nigeria and the Philippines has increased by 700 per cent over the last three years.

Philippines’ ambassador to Nigeria, Mersole Mellejor
June 25, 2026

Nigeria launches EMERGE programme to unlock $750 billion mining potential

The programme will provide advanced geoscientific research and structured funding necessary to de-risk the sector and unlock Nigeria’s $750 billion in untapped mineral deposits.

Mining in Cross River
June 25, 2026

Nigeria seeks partnerships to build world-class steel industry

The Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, has called for collaboration with industry stakeholders to build a world-class steel industry.

Steel industry in Nigeria
June 25, 2026

CBN’s 2028 inclusion target puts spotlight on OPay’s agent network

Fintech company OPay says its operations are already aligned with several of the CBN’s stated priorities.

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