Monday, October 5, 2026

Economy

September 17, 2026

Emir Sanusi urges Kano residents to take ownership stake in Dangote Refinery

The monarch said Kano’s rich history of commerce, enterprise and investment positioned its people to benefit significantly from participation in the capital market.

e Emir of Kano, His Royal Highness Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II
September 17, 2026

Diesel prices soar in Türkiye after second hike in two days

The latest hike followed a 6.5 lira per litre increase on Tuesday, according to fuel retailer Petrol Ofisi.

Turkiye
September 17, 2026

Tinubu govt to remove subsidy on electricity in 2027

The minister said the policy would take effect in 2027.

Joseph Tegbe
September 17, 2026

Revenue Allocation: FG, states, LGs share N2.338 trillion for August

Mr Mokwa said in August, Petroleum Profit Tax (PPT), Hydrocarbon Tax (HT), Value Added Tax (VTA), CET Levies and Excise Duty increased significantly.

FAAC and the Nigerian Naira
September 17, 2026

FG begins clearance of export grant backlog, EEG scheme reformation 

Ms Oduwole said Nigerian non-oil exporters recorded growth in both volume and value over the past two years.

Jumoke Oduwole
September 17, 2026

Finance minister inaugurates subcommittee on policy, tax reforms

The minister gave the subcommittee six weeks to complete and submit its report.

September 17, 2026

PTAD pays N9 billion BEC arrears to 4,000 PHCN pensioners

PTAD has paid N9.47 billion in outstanding BEC arrears to 3,958 PHCN pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme.

PTAD
September 17, 2026

Army, Ecobank deepen partnership on troops’ welfare, financial services

The Nigerian Army urged Ecobank Nigeria to develop flexible financial schemes and expand welfare support for officers, soldiers and their families.

Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu
September 17, 2026

Digital economy pushes Ghana’s GDP growth to 6% in Q2

Ghana’s gross domestic product grew by six per cent in the second quarter of 2026, driven largely by the digital economy.

Digital economy
September 17, 2026

Navy seeks modern logistics systems to expand operations

The Nigerian Navy has called for a modern logistics system to support expanding operations, fleet renewal and emerging security demands.

Naval chief Idi Abbas