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PDP raises red flag over APC’s claim of Mutfwang’s defection
…insists Mutfwang remains member despite APC defection claim in Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Plateau State has dismissed read more PDP raises red flag over APC’s claim of Mutfwang’s defection
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5 major events that shaped Nigeria’s tax landscape in 2025
Nigeria’s tax administration underwent one of its most significant shifts in recent history in 2025, as the government accelerated reforms read more 5 major events that shaped Nigeria’s tax landscape in 2025
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External reserves to grow to $51.04bn in 2026 on reduced FX pressure – CBN
… Exchange rate gap between NFEM and BDC to narrow further   Nigeria’s external reserves are projected to rise to $51.04 read more External reserves to grow to $51.04bn in 2026 on reduced FX pressure – CBN
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Court remands Bauchi finance commissioner over alleged N4.6bn money laundering
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of Yakubu Adamu, Bauchi State’s Commissioner for Finance, pending the read more Court remands Bauchi finance commissioner over alleged N4.6bn money laundering
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Detty December Spending Is Back. Credit Direct Wants Some of It to Last – Businessday
As the year draws to a close, consumer spending in Nigeria typically spikes. December brings higher discretionary expenses driven by read more Detty December Spending Is Back. Credit Direct Wants Some of It to Last – Businessday
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Nigerian retirees require N6.3m monthly as passive income for residency in Greece
…applicants can sponsor their spouse and children ….residency is for five years, after which citizenship can be applied for  ..benefits read more Nigerian retirees require N6.3m monthly as passive income for residency in Greece
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CBN sees FX reserves rising to $51bn in 2026 on market reforms
Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves is expected to continue its growth trend next year, giving the naira the needed firepower to read more CBN sees FX reserves rising to $51bn in 2026 on market reforms
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SME 100 Awards 2025: Platnova Recognized Among Nigeria’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies
In a landmark recognition of innovation and economic impact, Platnova, the innovative fintech platform powering borderless finance for Africans, has read more SME 100 Awards 2025: Platnova Recognized Among Nigeria’s Top 100 Fastest-Growing Companies
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From party to productivity: Can Lagos turn ‘Detty December’ into lasting economic growth?
As 2025 comes to an end, Lagos, like the rest of Nigeria, buzzes with the energy of ‘Detty December; an read more From party to productivity: Can Lagos turn ‘Detty December’ into lasting economic growth?
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From Zamfara governor to Geregu Power chair: Meet Abdul-Aziz Yari
Geregu Power Plc has announced the appointment of former Zamfara State governor, Abdul-Aziz Abubakar Yari, as the new chairman of read more From Zamfara governor to Geregu Power chair: Meet Abdul-Aziz Yari
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Nigeria 2026 economic outlook: What governments, businesses and households need to get right
Nigeria enters the run-up to 2026 at a delicate moment. This is not a story of dramatic resurgence, nor one read more Nigeria 2026 economic outlook: What governments, businesses and households need to get right
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Lagos, Osun lead states driving women’s financial inclusion through account ownership
Across Nigeria’s 36 states, Lagos, Osun, Edo, Delta, and Ekiti stand out as the country’s top performers in advancing women’s read more Lagos, Osun lead states driving women’s financial inclusion through account ownership
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Insecurity, tax reform resistance threaten positive economic outlook for 2026-CPPE
Muda Yusuf, a renowned economist and chief executive officer of the Centre for Promotion of Private Enterprises (CPPE). read more Insecurity, tax reform resistance threaten positive economic outlook for 2026-CPPE
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Nigeria in 20 Cartoons: BusinessDay’s most engaging drawings of 2025
The torn cape   Yahoo men The hunters London for the poor Tax grinder Ignoring fire for Smoke A merciless read more Nigeria in 20 Cartoons: BusinessDay’s most engaging drawings of 2025
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Ghana, Egypt lead Africa’s biggest rate cuts as inflation falls
Ghana and Egypt led Africa’s most aggressive interest-rate cuts in 2025, as easing inflation, improving currency stability. read more Ghana, Egypt lead Africa’s biggest rate cuts as inflation falls
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Professional accountancy fear in the age of artificial intelligence
When the world’s largest accounting body announces a return to in-person examinations in order to combat AI-enabled cheating, it may read more Professional accountancy fear in the age of artificial intelligence
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NRS: A new dawn is here as we draw the curtains on FIRS
As we close the curtains on the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in 2025 and officially welcome the Nigeria Revenue read more NRS: A new dawn is here as we draw the curtains on FIRS
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FG revalidates Ondo deep sea port licence to attract investment
The Federal Government has revalidated the licence for the Ondo Deep Sea Port, reinforcing its commitment to expanding Nigeria’s blue read more FG revalidates Ondo deep sea port licence to attract investment
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CBN projects economy to grow by 4.49% in 2026 on reform gains
Nigeria’s economy is projected to expand by 4.49 per cent in 2026, reflecting sustained gains from ongoing reforms, stronger private sector. read more CBN projects economy to grow by 4.49% in 2026 on reform gains
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Seven airlines sanctioned in 2025, more to follow in 2026 – NCAA
…stop patronising poor service airlines, explore better options, Authority tells air passengers The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has disclosed read more Seven airlines sanctioned in 2025, more to follow in 2026 – NCAA
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How FIRST E&P is turning reinjected gas into commercial value – Yetunde Taiwo
Yetunde Taiwo is general manager, integrated gas development at FIRST E&P, with over 30 years of experience in the oil read more How FIRST E&P is turning reinjected gas into commercial value – Yetunde Taiwo
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FirstBank unveils 500-seat premium viewing stand at Calabar Carnival 2025
First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. has signed on as a sponsor of the 2025 Carnival Calabar & Festival, introducing the read more FirstBank unveils 500-seat premium viewing stand at Calabar Carnival 2025
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Nigeria’s maritime in 2025: A year of reform, resistance, and a race for relevance
Tariff sprees, digital upgrades, billion-dollar port promises, and Nigeria’s return to international maritime diplomacy. 2025 was a year in which read more Nigeria’s maritime in 2025: A year of reform, resistance, and a race for relevance
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Cautious investors drag Africa’s private equity market to 5-year low
Africa’s private equity market lost further momentum in 2025, with total deal value falling for a third consecutive year to read more Cautious investors drag Africa’s private equity market to 5-year low
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PZ Cusson posts strongest half-year profit in five years
PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc delivered its strongest half-year performance in at least five years, swinging back to profitability as price read more PZ Cusson posts strongest half-year profit in five years
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Mama Cass’ rebrand signals a new phase for Nigeria’s QSR 
Mama Cass, one of Nigeria’s food-service brands, has announced its return following a comprehensive brand refresh, marking a significant moment read more Mama Cass’ rebrand signals a new phase for Nigeria’s QSR 
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83% of Nigerian consumers cut back on purchases as financial strain deepens
Nigeria’s consumer economy is under pressure, with 83 percent of households cutting back on discretionary purchases as inflation, weak income read more 83% of Nigerian consumers cut back on purchases as financial strain deepens
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Tinubu commiserates with Joshua, mother on phone 
President Bola Tinubu spoke by phone today with Anthony Joshua, the Nigerian-British former heavyweight boxing champion, following the tragic accident read more Tinubu commiserates with Joshua, mother on phone 
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‘Wike’s confession exposes his plans to destroy PDP, reinforce his expulsion’
…says party will use all legal means to rebuild party Leadership of the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee NWC of read more ‘Wike’s confession exposes his plans to destroy PDP, reinforce his expulsion’
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Geo-Fluids Plc plans capital raise, targets N22.8bn via public offer, others
Geo-Fluids Plc has announced plans to raise additional capital of up to N22.8 billion through a private placement, public offer, read more Geo-Fluids Plc plans capital raise, targets N22.8bn via public offer, others
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Kwara pledges commitment to right of women, children
The Kwara State Government has assured that it will continue to work closely with FIDA and other relevant stakeholders to read more Kwara pledges commitment to right of women, children
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Otu flags off 20th Calabar carnival in Cross River 
Governor Basssey Otu of Cross River State has lauded former Governor Donald Duke for daring to dream big, saying Duke’s read more Otu flags off 20th Calabar carnival in Cross River 
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Tinubu commiserates with Anthony Joshua after fatal Ogun road accident
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has conveyed his heartfelt sympathy to British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua following a fatal road accident read more Tinubu commiserates with Anthony Joshua after fatal Ogun road accident
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Escravos—Lagos pipeline fully restored, operational – NNPC
  The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announce the complete restoration of the Escravos—Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) in Warri, read more Escravos—Lagos pipeline fully restored, operational – NNPC
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Presidential silence sparks outrage over US airstrike on Nigerian soil
A broad coalition of civil society organisations has accused the Federal Government of Nigeria of abandoning its constitutional responsibilities following read more Presidential silence sparks outrage over US airstrike on Nigerian soil
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AFCON: Super Eagles battle Uganda for Group C top spot
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will lock horns with the Cranes of Uganda in their final Group C match of read more AFCON: Super Eagles battle Uganda for Group C top spot
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