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The Federal Government has described the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as a cornerstone of Nigeria's ambition to build a $1 trillion economy, pledging deeper collaboration with the private sector to accelerate industrialisation, job creation and economic transformation. The post…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 5 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
Nigeria and other developing countries risk missing the artificial intelligence revolution unless they urgently embrace and adapt the technology to their local realities, the World Bank Group’s Chief Economist and Senior Vice-President for Development Economics, Indermit Gill, warned on Wednesday.
The Punch · 3 months ago · 4 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the implementation of the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures and Tariff Amendments as approved by President Bola Tinubu.
The Punch · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Esso Exploration & Production Nigeria Limited, an affiliate of ExxonMobil, declared force majeure on crude exports from its Erha deepwater field.
The Punch · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Nigeria is pursuing major maritime reforms to boost trade and economic growth through a $1bn port modernisation programme, digitalisation and improved cargo efficiency. In this interview with OKECHUKWU NNODIM, the Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, discusses…
The Punch · 3 months ago · 7 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Nigerian Exchange, NGX Group Plc, has announced an interim dividend of N1.30 per ordinary share for the six months ended 30 June 2026, following a record first-half financial performance. The post NGX Group declares N1.30 per share interim dividend in H1’26 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, recorded N136 billion surplus in 2025, representing a 251 percent increase compared to N38.83 billion in 2024. The post CBN records N136bn surplus in 2025 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has come under fresh scrutiny over its decision to auction seized vehicles through a platform it intends to manage, with the Nigeria Association of Auctioneers accusing the anti-graft agency of undermining transparency, accountability and due process in…
The Punch · 3 months ago · 6 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
By Peter Egwuatu AVA Capital Plc, an integrated financial services group with operations in investment banking, asset management, securities trading and trusteeship, is set to list on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) by way of Listing by Introduction on Friday. According to a statement made…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
By Godwin Oritse Members of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) have threatened to stage a protest over the alleged manipulation of ship manifests by some shipping companies, warning that they will expose those responsible if urgent action is not taken. The agents said the…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
•Urges more predictable regulatory environment By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has warned that Nigeria risks losing its position as Africa’s leading technology hub unless the government accelerates policy reforms, expands digital infrastructure and creates a more…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
•Expert blames weak power market, poor gas monetisation incentives By Ediri Ejoh Despite the Federal Government’s gas flaring penalties and efforts to curb the practice, Nigeria lost an estimated 62,400 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of potential electricity generation from flared gas between 2024 and 2025,…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 3 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
By Peter Egwuatu The National Assembly has commended the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for strengthening its fiscal sustainability through improved revenue generation and prudent cost management. Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, Hon. Saeed Musa…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
•Move to deepen Africa’s debt markets, boost credit transparency By Babajide Komolafe S&P Global has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Agusto & Company Limited, a leading Pan-African credit rating agency, in a move aimed at strengthening its presence in Africa’s domestic debt markets and…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
By Udeme Akpan Petrol depot prices declined across major supply centres yesterday as marketers implemented fresh price cuts, signalling increased competition in the downstream petroleum market. An analysis of the mid-day depot price report showed that most major depots in Lagos, Warri, Calabar and…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 3 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria has lost nearly half of its dollar millionaires over the past decade, with the population of high-net-worth individuals falling by 47 per cent between 2015 and 2025, according to the 2025 Africa Wealth Report by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth.…
Vanguard News · 3 months ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
Zedcrest Group has completed its acquisition of Leatherback, the UK-founded global payments and financial technology company. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in the Group’s ambition to build a globally connected financial services ecosystem. This cements years of partnership following…
Guardian Nigeria · 3 months ago · 3 min read(opens Guardian Nigeria in a new tab)
Nigeria LNG Limited has generated more than $150bn in revenue and exported over 6,000 liquefied natural gas cargoes across the globe since it commenced operations, highlighting its growing contribution to Nigeria’s economy as the country intensifies efforts to leverage its vast gas reserves.
The Punch · 3 months ago · 7 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has posted cumulative earnings of about $150 billion, paying $47.2 billion in dividends to shareholders since it started operations. It remitted $10.8 billion in taxes to the Federal Government as it continues to accelerate expansion plans The post NLNG grosses $150b…
Guardian Nigeria · 3 months ago · 3 min read(opens Guardian Nigeria in a new tab)
Acting on concerns over Nigeria’s evolving debt strategy, former World Bank President David Malpass has warned that the country’s increasing reliance on collateral-backed borrowing could complicate future debt restructuring efforts and heighten risks around debt transparency. In a policy paper The…
Guardian Nigeria · 3 months ago · 3 min read(opens Guardian Nigeria in a new tab)