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Economy

October 16, 2026

EU leaders call for measures to tackle soaring energy prices

European Union leaders gathered in Brussels have urged more coordinated action to take on rising fuel prices.

European union logo
October 16, 2026

Elon Musk unveils new Tesla Roadster with flight function

Billionaire Elon Musk’s Tesla has unveiled its next-generation Roadster, featuring flight capabilities, nearly nine years after the businessman first announced the concept in 2017.

Billionaire Elon Musk’s Tesla has unveiled its next-generation Roadster
October 16, 2026

Energy security critical to digital inclusion, industrialisation, says Oilserv boss

Emeka Okwuosa, chairman of the Oilserv Group, says reliable energy security is critical to digital inclusion and industrialisation in Nigeria.

Oilserv Group
October 16, 2026

Power supply restored to parts of Abuja after 40-hour outage: TCN

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says it has restored bulk electricity supply to several areas in Abuja following an outage that lasted more than 40 hours.

blackout
October 15, 2026

Nigeria’s inflation dropped to 14.63% in September: NBS

NBS said September headline inflation fell by 0.65 per cent to 14.63 per cent, down from 15.39 per cent in August.

Food market
October 15, 2026

Achievers University VC advises Trinity University graduates on integrity, competence, innovation

Mr Ayorinde warned aspiring entrepreneurs against borrowing without carefully assessing repayment obligations.

Achievers University VC Bode Ayorinde
October 15, 2026

Algeria pledges to improve investment environment, intra-African connectivity

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune vowed on Wednesday to make 2027 a key year in the nation’s shift to a liberal emerging economy and boost African integration.

Abdelmadjid Tebboune
October 15, 2026

Poverty: Nigerians have no business being poor, says Zakat chief

The Sokoto State Zakat and Endowment Agency says Nigeria has no reason to remain poor, given its abundant natural resources, fertile land and human potential.

Poor Nigerians
October 15, 2026

LASEMA begins demolition of distressed GNI building

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says it will begin the controlled demolition of the distressed Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island on Thursday.

GNI building
October 15, 2026

Banks urged to boost lending to productive sectors

Financial sector stakeholders urged Nigerian banks to channel capital into productive lending, strengthen digital infrastructure, and build customer trust.

West Africa International Banking Dialogue and Awards Gala 2026 in Lagos