Monday, October 5, 2026

Economy

September 1, 2026

Tinubu says subsidy removal bringing prosperity to Nigeria, hails 4.43% GDP growth

“Under our watch, the economy is on the irreversible path to experience even more growth that all homes will feel at the dining table and in their pockets,” said Mr Tinubu.

Tinubu signing a document
August 31, 2026

26 vessels expected at Lagos ports: NPA

According ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‍⁠‍‌⁠‌to NPA, the vessels are expected to arrive between August 30 and September 13.

Apapa port (Credit: Stears)
August 31, 2026

Afreximbank appoints senior executives to strengthen regional operations

Afreximbank announced senior leadership appointments to boost regional operations.

Afreximbank
August 31, 2026

Rice farmers seek collaboration to boost availability of paddy

“To make rice paddy available for the country, every sector must work together in unity, or we may all suffer the consequences.

Rice farm
August 31, 2026

NICA: FTSE, Moody’s outlook can deepen Nigeria’s credit market

NICA says Nigeria’s reclassification by FTSE Russell and Moody’s positive outlook could strengthen capital inflows and deepen access to credit for businesses.

FTSE, Moody
August 31, 2026

Renewed U.S.-Iran War: Nigerian motorists decry petrol price hike as Brent crude jumps to $90

Global oil prices rose on Monday, with Brent crude trading at about $90.35 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate crude trading at about $85.35 per barrel.

Vehicles on Abuja road
August 31, 2026

Afriland appoints Obiekwugo as chair

Afriland Properties Plc has appointed Agatha Obiekwugo as chair of its board of directors, succeeding Emmanuel Nnorom, who is retiring after more than a decade in the position.

Agatha Obiekwugo
August 31, 2026

NBMA former boss advocates safe biotechnology for wealth creation

Pioneer NBMA chief called for responsible biotechnology application to promote wealth creation and sustainable development in Nigeria.

National Biosafety Management Agency
August 31, 2026

MSC Shipmanagement, Hong Kong Spirit Shipping sentenced, fined for discharging oily waste into ocean

A vessel operating company pleaded guilty today in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania to charges stemming from the discharge of oily waste into the sea.

MSC Shipmanagement Limited
August 31, 2026

Walmart agrees to pay $50 million for illegally filling thousands of unlawful opioid prescriptions

In addition to the $50 million settlement, Walmart entered into a memorandum of agreement with the DEA to address its future obligations in dispensing controlled substances.

Walmart Inc