Headlines from Nigerian publishers. Each story opens on the publisher's site.
The naira closed at N1,332.75 per dollar on October 7, easing from N1,331.50 a day earlier, while the prior session's Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market turnover rose above $1 billion.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Lagos is expanding the use of geospatial data for land, infrastructure and urban planning through the Lagos Geographic Information Service and new digital-mapping tools.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The Nigeria Customs Service has said candidates whose names appeared on its published recruitment list are not automatically guaranteed appointment, explaining that final screening is still ongoing before successful applicants are admitted for training.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 5 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
A World Bank review found that the naira's maximum depreciation between March and June was 2.6%, smaller than declines recorded by several other African currencies.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Auditor-General identified more than N245 billion in National Population Commission contracts and payments affected by missing delivery evidence, inflated prices and other procurement breaches.
Premium Times · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Premium Times in a new tab)
Delta police say three suspected cult members were arrested and an AK-47 rifle, two pump-action guns and ammunition were recovered in separate operations.
Guardian Nigeria · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Guardian Nigeria in a new tab)
CMA CGM will add a $350 peak-season surcharge per container unit on shipments from China and its special administrative regions to Nigeria and several other West African markets from October 22.
Guardian Nigeria · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Guardian Nigeria in a new tab)
Lagos police say they arrested 80 suspects in early-October operations targeting robbery, vandalism and public disturbances, while two suspected armed robbers died during an exchange of gunfire.
Guardian Nigeria · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Guardian Nigeria in a new tab)
Sixth-generation mobile technology is expected to reach about 2.4 billion connections globally by 2035, as telcos prepare for a new cycle of network investment while 5G continues to account for the majority of mobile connections, according to GSMA Intelligence.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 4 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
CHI Life Assurance Limited has launched a new campaign aimed at encouraging Nigerians to view life assurance as a practical way of protecting family wealth, securing future aspirations and building a lasting legacy.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The African Union has launched a new credit rating agency aimed at giving investors a more Africa-focused assessment of the risks surrounding the continent’s economies and businesses.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
The Lagos State Government has said it will use the second edition of the Lagos Energy Summit to attract private investment into the state’s electricity market and promote sustainable energy solutions.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 2 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Prominent business leaders and economic experts, including Dr Gabriel Ogbechie and Bismarck Rewane, have charged investors across Nigeria to shift their investment focus toward real assets, robust risk governance, and personal character to build sustainable intergenerational prosperity.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 3 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
African businesses have been urged to strengthen workplace safety culture and adopt measures that protect employees, ensure business continuity and address emerging risks across the continent.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 2 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Katsina police say officers and local vigilantes repelled separate bandit attacks, rescued three abducted people and recovered 12 stolen cattle.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
Ogun State says it has released N5.83 billion for gratuities and additional pension benefits. Most of the money is earmarked for local-government and SUBEB retirees, with the balance going to eligible contributory-pension beneficiaries.
TheCable · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
The Financial Markets Dealers Association expects Nigeria’s current-account surplus to widen to $8.69 billion in the third quarter from $7.54 billion in the second. It attributes the projected gain to stronger oil earnings and weaker import demand.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Nigerian equities lost N110.16 billion in market value on October 7 as the NGX All-Share Index fell 0.07%, extending the market's decline to a sixth consecutive session.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The Debt Management Office allotted N968.47 billion in Nigerian Treasury Bills after bids reached about N1.77 trillion, with demand concentrated in the one-year paper. The 364-day stop rate eased to 15.85%.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Federal works officials say the new divider on the First Niger Bridge remains in place and that limited openings were deliberately created for emergency access and vehicle turnarounds. The clarification follows online claims that the divider had been removed.
The Punch · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens The Punch in a new tab)
