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Economy

July 14, 2026

Profit-taking wipes N1 trillion off Nigerian equities market as PZ Cussons, BUA Cement lead losers’ chart

The Nigerian equities market opened the week on a negative note on Monday, with investors losing N1.315 trillion due to profit-taking.

PZ Cussons, BUA Cement, Red Star Express, RT Briscoe
July 13, 2026

New Zealand minister to promote premium wool in India

During the visit, Mr Patterson will speak at a business roundtable and meet key figures across India’s wool supply chain.

Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson
July 13, 2026

NMDPRA seals six illegal lubricant retail outlets in Delta

The NMDPRA shut six engine lubricant outlets for allegedly operating without licences in Delta State.

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA)
July 13, 2026

China upgrades green channel to accelerate African agricultural exports

China has upgraded its ‘Green Channel’ policy to fast-track the clearance of African agricultural products, particularly fresh produce.

Agric exports
July 13, 2026

FG suspends controversial review of WAEC, NECO registration fees amid backlash

The government claimed the proposed review was informed by prevailing economic realities and the rising cost of conducting credible national examinations.

Adetunji Alausa.
July 13, 2026

China assures full implementation of China-Africa cooperation

Shuai Guipeng, the deputy director of the FOCAC Office at China’s foreign affairs ministry, gave the assurance on Monday in an interview in Beijing.

Shuai Guipeng
July 13, 2026

Nigeria meets 104% of OPEC quota as production surges

Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production surged to an average of 1,735,398 barrels per day in June, representing positive growth for a fourth consecutive month.

NUPRC crude statistics
July 13, 2026

FG makes arrests in crackdown on Osun illegal miners at Ileki-Ijesa

The federal government says intensified efforts to curb illegal mining nationwide have led to the arrest of two suspected illegal miners at a mining site in Osun.

Artisanal miners in Osun
July 12, 2026

Car dealers express mixed reactions to lower vehicle import duties

Import duty on used vehicles was recently reviewed from 15 per cent to five per cent, while brand new vehicles dropped from 20 per cent to 10 per cent.

Car stand in nigeria
July 12, 2026

Restoration of Gbarain power plant begins

The project targets improved electricity supply nationwide.