Headlines from Nigerian publishers. Each story opens on the publisher's site.
J.P. Morgan plans to open a Nigerian merchant bank before the end of 2026, subject to regulatory approval, expanding beyond its long-standing representative-office presence.
Nairametrics · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The federal government says NNPC will sell petrol at cost for 30 days, prioritising public transport operators, while a proposed N1,350-per-litre landing-cost ceiling is reviewed monthly.
Nairametrics · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The market value of Aliko Dangote’s listed NGX holdings rose by N1.47 trillion in the third quarter, driven mainly by a 10.8% gain in Dangote Cement shares.
Nairametrics · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
NUPRC estimates that successful development of assets from the 2025 licensing round could add about 500 million barrels to reserves and at least 300,000 barrels per day within five years.
Nairametrics · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
The Nigerian Air Force has formed a mixed military-civilian panel to investigate the Ondo crash of an ATR-42 carrying 25 passengers and seven crew members.
TheCable · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
The NCDMB says Nigerian participation in the oil and gas industry has climbed to 61% from 5% in 2010, with its next phase focused on helping local suppliers compete internationally.
Nairametrics · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
Suspected Lakurawa fighters attacked a Sokoto-Badagry Superhighway construction site in Kebbi, killing two security personnel and a foreign worker and injuring two civilians.
Premium Times · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Premium Times in a new tab)
The National Sugar Development Council says it has committed about N2.2 billion to an Oyo sugar mill that has reached commissioning and test-running stage.
TheCable · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
Three towers on the Karu-Keffi-Akwanga transmission corridor have collapsed, cutting bulk supply to all 33kV outgoing feeders at the Keffi and Akwanga substations.
TheCable · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
Mobility-finance company Moove is ending Nigerian operations after six years and says eligible customers will receive full ownership of vehicles worth about N35 billion.
Nairametrics · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
A food-and-beverage workers’ union has urged lawmakers to stop a bill that would replace the N10-per-litre soft-drink tax with a percentage levy tied to retail prices.
TheCable · 10 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
The ICRC says the $1.3 billion Zungeru hydropower plant is generating about 350MW, half its rated capacity, and is under closer review to improve performance.
TheCable · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
NNPC says Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production rose to 1.821 million barrels per day, citing improved regulation and increased upstream activity.
Channels Television · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Channels Television in a new tab)
Lagos electricity regulator LASERC says the Lekki corridor may eventually require 2,500MW to 3,000MW of capacity as development and economic activity expand.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
A federal audit says the Code of Conduct Tribunal has not satisfactorily accounted for N108.46 million across missing procurement records, unaudited payments and unsupported spending.
Premium Times · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Premium Times in a new tab)
Cordros Capital projects about N11 trillion of October fixed-income inflows, led by OMO maturities, which could sustain reinvestment demand while new issuance limits excess liquidity.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
A NASENI–AfriLabs programme reached more than 3,500 young Nigerians and awarded N100 million to the developer of a smart climate-control system for farms.
TheCable · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens TheCable in a new tab)
A Premium Times investigation found paid Facebook scam ads using deepfakes of Nigerian public figures to promote implausible investment returns despite Meta’s stated restrictions.
Premium Times · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Premium Times in a new tab)
A federal panel investigating 37 deaths in NSCDC custody in Minna says institutional breakdown, overzealousness and inadequate training are among the issues emerging from its inquiry.
Premium Times · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Premium Times in a new tab)
NESG’s business monitor rose to a record 117.8 points in September, led by trade, although financing, electricity, security and infrastructure costs continued to constrain companies.
Nairametrics · 11 days ago · 1 min read(opens Nairametrics in a new tab)
