Saturday, November 14, 2026

Economy

September 11, 2026

Diesel prices rise above $6 per gallon for first time ever in U.S.

The price of diesel surged to $6.06 per gallon, a first-time high in the U.S. that indicates the impact of the monthslong U.S.-Iran conflict.

September 11, 2026

U.S. to host delegation from Nigeria, Kenya, others to strengthen maritime security

USTDA will host a business briefing in Washington on Wednesday where representatives of U.S. companies will engage the delegates one-on-one.

U.S. Trade and Development Agency officials
September 11, 2026

Flutterwave offers seamless digital participation in Dangote IPO

Through Flutterwave’s payments infrastructure, investors can digitally fund their share subscriptions through Chapel Hill Denham’s subscription platform.

September 11, 2026

Micron’s Taiwan workers to receive bonuses equalling 35 to 68 months’ salaries

Micron has announced that its direct labour employees in Taiwan will receive cash bonuses of 35 to 68 months’ pay for 2026.

Micron
September 11, 2026

Dangote Group seeks cargo-backed financing to boost Nigeria’s shipping

Devakumar Edwin, the vice-president (oil and gas) of Dangote Group, has called for cargo-backed financing to strengthen Nigeria’s shipping industry.

Devakumar Edwin, the vice-president (oil and gas) of Dangote Group
September 11, 2026

Tinubu’s re-election will make Nigeria stronger, fairer: Gov Soludo

Governor Charles Soludo says the next four years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration will produce a stronger and fairer Nigeria.

September 11, 2026

Transport fares to decrease nationwide from October 1, says presidency

The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV) says transportation fares are expected to decrease nationwide from October 1.

September 11, 2026

Abia govt seeks input on 2027 budget proposal 

The Abia government has commenced consultations with citizens and stakeholders to identify priority areas for inclusion in the state’s 2027 budget.

Alex Otti
September 11, 2026

Edo Carnival targets 100,000 people, ₦1 billion economic impact

Edo’s finance commissioner, Emmanuel Okoebor, says the Edo Carnival 2026 is targeting close to 100,000 participants and more than ₦1 billion in economic activity.

September 10, 2026

Global oil prices rise as U.S.-Iran war raises supply concerns

Global oil prices rose on Thursday amid heightened concerns about further supply disruptions.

Oil vessel in the Strait of Hormuz