March 26
Nigeria: Dangote Polypropylene Production Will Revive Textile Industry, Save Nigeria $267m - MAN
Vanguard
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has stated that the production of polypropylene by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals will revive Nigeria's… Read more »
Nigeria: Man - Dangote Polypropylene Production to Revive Textile Industry, Save Nigeria $267m
This Day
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has stated that the production of polypropylene by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals will revive Nigeria's… Read more »
Nigeria: Senate Condemns Data Price Hike, Urges Govt to Intervene
Premium Times
The Senate said the hike in telecom tariff is imposing a heavy financial burden, particularly on young Nigerians who rely on digital platforms for income generation. Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Begins Payment of N77,000 Allowance to Corps Members
Leadership
The Federal Government has commenced the payment of N77,000 as the new monthly allowance for serving members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Read more »
Nigeria: 5 Non-African Countries Nigerian Passport Holders Can Travel to Without a Visa
Vanguard
One of the most immediate benefits of visa-free travel is increased mobility across different countries around the world. Nigerians can visit several countries without the… Read more »
Liberia: Nafaa Swims in 'U.S.$3.1m Debt'
Liberian Observer
National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) is burdened with US$3.1 million debt or outstanding arrears, including unpaid vendor contracts, unresolved income tax… Read more »
Nigeria: Ibedc to Sue Over Allegations of Sacking 3,000 Employees
Vanguard
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has announced it will pursue legal action in response to allegations that it has terminated 3,000 employees. Read more »
Nigeria: SGF - Draft National Policy Development Framework Will Address Inconsistencies in MDAs
This Day
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, said the Draft National Policy Development Framework was a bold step that will address recurring… Read more »
Nigeria: Cascador, Nsia Partner to Empower Nigerian Entrepreneurs
This Day
Cascador and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) have formed a strategic partnership to drive innovation and support homegrown solutions with the potential for… Read more »
Nigeria: FG Commences Construction of 17.5km Access Road to Second Niger Bridge
This Day
The federal government has flagged off the construction of a 17.55-kilometre access road to the Second Niger Bridge (Phase 2A) in Asaba, linking the South-south zone to the… Read more »
Nigeria: Inflation - NBS Reaffirms Commitment to Data Transparency
This Day
National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), yesterday, reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and quality data publication, promising to continue to provide technical explanations to… Read more »
Nigeria: First Bank Appeals Court Order Freeing General Hydrocarbons' Oil Cargo
Premium Times
First Bank says it has filed an injunction for a stay of execution so the detained oil cargo could remain arrested. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Dismisses First Bank's Suit Against General Hydrocarbons
Premium Times
The court laid aside the entire lawsuit, noting that it lacks the jurisdiction needed to hear the case. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria, Spain Sign MOU to Consolidate Ties
Daily Trust
Nigeria and Spain have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on political consultations, establishing a mechanism for regular dialogue to advance areas of mutual interest and… Read more »
Nigeria: How Govt Borrowed N1.94trn in Q1 2025 Bond Auction to Finance Budget Deficit
This Day
The Debt Management Office (DMO), on behalf of the federal government borrowed an estimated N1.94 trillion via the FGN bond auction in the first quarter of (Q1) 2025 to finance the… Read more »
Nigeria: Again, General Hydrocarbons Limited Floors First Bank in Court
This Day
·Judge: It's classic case of abuse of court process Read more »
Nigeria: Heritage Bank Depositors Appeal to National Assembly for Intervention
Vanguard
Depositors of Heritage Bank with deposits exceeding N5 million have appealed to the National Assembly to intervene and assist in the resolution of the bank's license by the Central… Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau, Valuejet Ink Air Transport Deal...As Valuejet Begins Lagos-Jos Flights April 2
Vanguard
Plateau State government has signed a memorandum of understanding, MoU, with a domestic airline, ValueJet, to sustain flight operations to Jos. Read more »
Liberia: $42 Million Rural Electrification Project to Power Buchanan, Grand Bassa, and Southeast Liberia
FrontPageAfrica
A major boost to energy access in Grand Bassa and the wider Southeast corridor of Liberia has been initiated with the launch of a $42 million Rural Electrification Programme,… Read more »
Nigeria: Rack Centre Set to Commission 12mw Lgs2 Data Centre, Hyperscale and Ai-Ready [press release]
Premium Times
The multi-million-dollar investment, was intentionally designed and built to be energy efficient with the lowest PUE (Power Usage Efficiency) in the region and based on its use of… Read more »
Nigeria: Enugu - Mobilising Private Investment for Growth
This Day
Investment is the lifeblood of economic progress. In every thriving economy, private capital plays a pivotal role in enhancing productivity, fostering innovation, and creating… Read more »
Nigeria: The Tariff Tug-of-Wars
This Day
"Common Man Will Suffer, Inefficient Global Economy, Argues Rajendra Aneja Read more »
Nigeria: Olubunmi - Bank Recapitalisation Will Spur New Economic Sectors, Strengthen Growth [interview]
This Day
In this interview, Head of Financial Institutions Ratings at Agusto & Co., Ayokunle Olubunmi, provides insights into the ongoing banking recapitalisation exercise and its… Read more »
Nigeria: Firstbank Partners South West Games 2025
This Day
As part of its First@Sports initiative, Nigeria's foremost financial institution; FirstBank of Nigeria Limited, has thrown its weight behind the maiden edition of the South West… Read more »
Nigeria: Analysts Anticipate Further Inflation Moderation Amid Fx Stability
This Day
Analysts have reiterated that relative stability in the foreign exchange (FX) market is playing a crucial role in easing inflationary pressures. Read more »
