Monday, October 5, 2026

Economy

September 2, 2026

Agency begins N810 million grant disbursement to 4,050 artisans in Kaduna

According to him, Governor Uba Sani approved N810 million as start-up capital for the graduates.

Kaduna State govenor, Uba Sani
September 2, 2026
Uba Sani of Kaduna State (Credit: Twitter)
September 2, 2026

Uber leaves Nigeria as poverty, insecurity mar Tinubu regime

Uber said in a statement, “After a thorough review of our business, we have made the tough decision to wind down our operations in Nigeria, effective 2 September 2026.”

Uber
September 2, 2026

FG’s reforms driving Nigeria’s economic recovery, restoring investor confidence, says Dangote 

Mr Dangote said, “The economic reforms being implemented by the Federal Government are beginning to yield tangible results.”

Aliko Dangote
September 2, 2026

MAN, Liberian maritime authority collaborate to grow Africa’s blue economy

The Maritime Academy of Nigeria is partnering with the Liberia Maritime Authority and the Liberia Maritime Training Institute to grow Africa’s maritime economy and education.

Maritime Academy of Nigeria
September 2, 2026

Ethiopia ‌increases electricity exports by 25%, makes record revenue

Ethiopia earned $475.7 million from electricity exports during the financial year. This is 25 per cent more than in the same period last year.

Electricity grid
September 2, 2026

Governors responsible for how subsidy funds are spent in their states not Tinubu: Wike

Amid debates over how to manage fuel subsidy removal proceeds, FCT minister Nyesom Wike said President Bola Tinubu cannot dictate how governors should use subsidy funds.

Nigerian Governors Forum
September 2, 2026

’Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author Robert Kiyosaki languishes in $1.2 billion debt

Speaking to the magazine, Mr Kiyosaki stated, “If it all comes to hell, you can talk to my attorney. Firewalls—that’s the way the rich play the game.”

Robert Kiyosaki and ’Rich Dad Poor Dad’ book
September 2, 2026

With 10 years, ₦1.2 billion, over 40 tertiary institutions in 2026, OPay says it’s here to stay

For OPay, the decision to invest in Nigerian students is ultimately a decision to invest in Nigeria itself.

OPayScholars Programme
September 2, 2026

Kano assembly passes bill to establish economic planning, development council

The Kano State House of Assembly on Monday passed a bill into law to establish the Kano State Economic Planning and Development Council.

Kano State House of Assembly