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By Tunde Oso In response to the Federal Government’s drive for foreign direct investment, FDI, Bold ‘98 Irish Whiskey has formally entered the Nigerian market with a retro-themed launch party in Lagos. Tagged “Party Like It’s ‘98”, the event attracted celebrities, distributors, media and other…
Vanguard News · 12 days ago · 2 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
•As monthly pension payments rise to N14.83bn By Victor Ahiuma-Young & Rosemary Iwunze The National Pension Commission, PenCom, has announced a $250 million commitment by Nigeria’s pension industry towards infrastructure investment over the next 10 years. This comes as the National Pension…
Vanguard News · 12 days ago · 6 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
The Nigerian equities market lost N256 billion on October 6 as the benchmark index declined for a fifth consecutive session. Trading volume and deal count both fell sharply from the previous day.
Nairametrics · 12 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Lagos withdrew six private waste-collection licences after service-capacity reviews, while promising replacement arrangements to avoid interruptions in the affected communities.
Nairametrics · 12 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
FAAN expects the overhead bridge connecting Terminals 1 and 2 at Lagos' Murtala Muhammed International Airport to open by the December travel peak as part of a wider terminal rehabilitation.
Vanguard News · 12 days ago · 1 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
An oil spill along the Trans-Forcados Pipeline has affected 216 Delta communities, disrupting fishing and pushing up fish prices as medical checks and cleanup work are ordered.
Vanguard News · 12 days ago · 1 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
NUPRC has opened Nigeria's 2026 licensing round with 40 oil blocks across land, shallow-water and deepwater areas, adding beneficial-ownership and evaluation-disclosure requirements.
Vanguard News · 12 days ago · 1 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said Nigeria is on a path towards greater economic stability, increased competitiveness and sustainable growth following ongoing monetary, financial and foreign exchange reforms. The post Reforms: Nigeria on path to sustainable economic growth — CBN appeared…
Vanguard News · 12 days ago · 3 min read(opens Vanguard News in a new tab)
The head of Nigeria's CNG and electric-vehicle programme proposed requiring commercial vehicles to leave petrol and diesel, while acknowledging that nationwide adoption depends on fuel, financing and safety infrastructure.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Fidelity Bank obtained another NGX extension for its delayed audited first-half 2026 accounts while it awaits regulatory approval, with no new publication date disclosed.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Olam Agri and the Sustainable Collective Advocacy for Africa Development Initiative have expanded their Community Resilience Opportunities for Women and Youth Project to Kwara State, following reported gains recorded among beneficiaries in Nasarawa and Benue states.
The Punch · 13 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
At least five people were reported feared dead in renewed cult violence across parts of Yenagoa, while police confirmed arrests and said order had been restored.
The Punch · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The CBN will offer N900bn in Treasury bills on October 7, with N700bn allocated to the 364-day instrument. Settlement is scheduled for October 8 as investors watch whether one-year yields continue to fall.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The World Bank raised its forecast for Nigeria’s economic growth to 4.3% in 2026 and 4.4% annually in 2027 and 2028. It linked the upgrade to improving macroeconomic stability, stronger investor confidence and a gradual recovery in private investment.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Nigerian startup Milsat developed the technology behind the country’s new National Digital Postcode system. The platform assigns an 11-character code to buildings to support deliveries, emergency response, public services and e-commerce.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Electricity distributors reported reduced service after receiving less power from the national grid, with load restrictions affecting communities across Ogun and neighbouring service areas.
TheCable · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
Royal Exchange Prudential Life’s receiver has begun auctioning assets after NAICOM revoked the insurer’s licence for failing to meet minimum capital requirements. Interested buyers have until October 9 to participate.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Nigeria’s scheduled domestic airline capacity rose 54.6% year on year to one million seats in October, according to OAG. The expansion was the fastest among Africa’s largest domestic aviation markets but adds pressure to congested airports.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The naira closed at N1,332.90 per dollar on October 5, weakening by 90 kobo from the previous session. The currency stayed in a narrow band even as foreign-exchange trading volumes varied sharply.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The Federal Government and World Bank expanded the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project to 10 more states. The programme targets animal health, value chains, infrastructure and commercial opportunities across the livestock sector.
Nairametrics · 13 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
