6 h. ago Africa Finance Corporation Gets “A+” Rating From Japanese Agency

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has been assigned a long-term Issuer credit rating of A+ with a stable outlook by the Japan Credit Rating Agency, Ltd (JCR). The rating will enable AFC to continue growing its footprint in Asian capital markets. JCR in its report said “The credit rating reflects AFC’s leading role in infrastructure development […]

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7 h. ago Inflation seen dropping to 17.0% in November amid stable macros

Nigeria’s headline inflation is projected to fall to between 17.0% and 17.9% year-on-year (y/y) by November 2025, driven by favourable read more Inflation seen dropping to 17.0% in November amid stable macros

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10 h. ago Declining inflation paves way for cautious monetary policy easing

…As MPC meets on Monday Ahead of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled for Monday and Tuesday in Abuja, read more Declining inflation paves way for cautious monetary policy easing

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19 h. ago BlockDAG Says No to Lockups With NO VESTING PASS For 100% Access as Pi Coin Slows & VeChain Holds Flat

Things are starting to move again in crypto, and a few names are grabbing more attention. The VeChain (VET) price read more BlockDAG Says No to Lockups With NO VESTING PASS For 100% Access as Pi Coin Slows & VeChain Holds Flat

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20 h. ago Zelenskyy appoints Ukraine’s first prime minister since Russian war

Tribune Online Zelenskyy appoints Ukraine’s first prime minister since Russian war Svyrydenko previously served as economy minister and one of the country’s deputy prime ministers since November 2021. Zelenskyy appoints Ukraine’s first prime minister since Russian war Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Atiku Should Be Father Figure, Not Presidential Candidate – Baba

Ex-presidential aide Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has urged Atiku Abubakar to drop his presidential ambition and become a mentor in Nigerian politics. Speaking on Wednesday on AIT’s Focus Nigeria, Baba-Ahmed said Atiku has done enough and should focus on mentoring younger politicians. According to him, Atiku’s long-standing political involvement positions him better as a unifying elder statesman […] The post Atiku Should Be Father Figure, Not Presidential Candidate – Baba-Ahmed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Food inflation climbs marginally in June on high pepper, tomato costs

Food inflation in Nigeria rose marginally by 0.83 percent in June, driven by high prices of pepper and fresh tomatoes, read more Food inflation climbs marginally in June on high pepper, tomato costs

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45 h. ago Inflation slows to 22.22% for 3rd consecutive month ahead of MPC’s rate decision

Inflation in Nigeria slowed for the third consecutive month in June, with consumer prices rising year-on-year  to 22.22 percent, offering read more Inflation slows to 22.22% for 3rd consecutive month ahead of MPC’s rate decision

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49 h. ago What Libya Lost: The Cost of Silencing Its Economic Reformers

While it’s easier to associate Libya’s troubled economy with inflation charts and dwindling oil output, what fails to make headlines are the opportunities lost, the gradual erosion of reform and competence that once held real promise. These losses aren’t just in the form of missed deals or deteriorating infrastructure. They’re the direct result of pushing […] The post What Libya Lost: The Cost of Silencing Its Economic Reformers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Dangote: Nigeria’s Petrol Consumption Is 33m Litres Daily, Not 50m Litres/day

There is an  ongoing controversy over the actual volume of Nigeria’s daily petrol consumption, with experts and industry stakeholders holding differing views amid claims of data inflation by the Dangote Group president, Alhaji Aliko Dangote. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) estimates the nation’s petrol consumption at around 50 million litres daily, […]

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3 d. ago Data Use Soared, Internet Subscriptions Dropped In May 2025 – NCC

Nigeria’s telecommunications sector has witnessed a surge in data consumption, recording 1.04 million terabytes, even as the number of active internet and mobile subscriptions declined, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) latest report revealed. The report disclosed that the country recorded its highest monthly data usage since January 2023, when the regulator began publishing such data. […]

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3 d. ago Telecom Users Lament Rising Costs, Failing Networks Amid Proposed $1bn Infrastructure Investment

Nigerians are groaning over worsening telecommunications service even as the country’s major mobile network operators prepare to roll out a $1 billion infrastructure upgrade aimed at reversing the decline. Across cities and rural communities, complaints of dropped calls, failed transaction alerts, slow data speeds, and outright network blackouts have intensified in the current year, despite […]

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4 d. ago Data up, people down: Making Nigeria’s reforms work for the poor

In the first half of 2025, Nigeria’s macroeconomic outlook signals cautious optimism. Headline figures—moderating inflation, a more stable exchange rate, read more Data up, people down: Making Nigeria’s reforms work for the poor

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4 d. ago Stable naira restores fintechs’ appetite for $20bn remittance market

The stabilisation of the naira is encouraging fintechs to re-enter the country’s $20 billion remittance market after years of being read more Stable naira restores fintechs’ appetite for $20bn remittance market

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4 d. ago Nigeria’s external reserves fall by $1.2bn in June, total YTD decline hits $3.7bn

Tribune Online Nigeria’s external reserves fall by $1.2bn in June, total YTD decline hits $3.7bn Nigeria’s gross official reserves dropped by $1.2 billion month-on-month (MoM) to $37.2 billion at the end of June 2025, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The decline underscored persistent pressure on the country’s external buffers, despite a brief reprieve in May, when reserves saw a temporary uptick of $515 […] Nigeria’s external reserves fall by $1.2bn in June, total YTD decline hits $3.7bn Tribune Online

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4 d. ago “Tinubu Has Buried Nigerians Under Hunger And Inflation” – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has taken a swipe at President Bola Tinubu, accusing his administration of worsening the living conditions of Nigerians through poor economic decisions and authoritarian tactics. In a statement issued on Sunday, Atiku described Tinubu’s removal of fuel subsidy as “hasty and thoughtless,” claiming it has led to widespread inflation, hunger, […] The post “Tinubu Has Buried Nigerians Under Hunger And Inflation” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago “Kabusa Oriental Choir’s New Song ‘Cannabi’ Is An Underappreciated Bop”

The ever-humorous and genre-bending Kabusa Oriental Choir has dropped a new original track titled ‘Cannabi’, and it deserves far more attention than it’s getting. With just 7,291 views and 347 likes on YouTube (at the time of writing), ‘Cannabi’ is currently flying under the radar, but make no mistake: it’s a certified bop. True to […]

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5 d. ago CBN: Expanding Nigeria’s payment frontiers with Naira cards’ use abroad

Tribune Online CBN: Expanding Nigeria’s payment frontiers with Naira cards’ use abroad The various reforms introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) are not only beginning to show positive results, but have triggered rise in foreign reserves, improved access to forex in the official market, dip in inflation figures and reignited use of naira cards for international transactions, writes JOSEPH INOKOTONG. In recent years, the Central […] CBN: Expanding Nigeria’s payment frontiers with Naira cards’ use abroad Tribune Online

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5 d. ago NASBOI KICKS drops ‘FRIDAY NIGHT’, excites fans with new tune

Tribune Online NASBOI KICKS drops ‘FRIDAY NIGHT’, excites fans with new tune Nasboi is back with the ultimate Friday feeling. Born Lawal Michael Nasiru Bolaji in Port Harcourt, Nasboi grew up vibing to 2Face Idibia and Davido, two giants who unknowingly helped shape the artist he’d become. After studying Mechanical Engineering and cutting his teeth in comedy, Nasboi made the bold move into music full-time. And ever […] NASBOI KICKS drops ‘FRIDAY NIGHT’, excites fans with new tune Tribune Online

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5 d. ago From spotlight to skylines: Jaiye Kuti marks birthday with real estate debut

Tribune Online From spotlight to skylines: Jaiye Kuti marks birthday with real estate debut AFTER months of dropping hints on her social media platforms about a significant announcement, actress and producer Jaiye Kuti has officially launched her new venture, a real estate company named Terrahives Properties Limited, in commemoration of her birthday. She marked her birthday on Thursday, July 10, with the unveiling of the property business which tagline […] From spotlight to skylines: Jaiye Kuti marks birthday with real estate debut Tribune Online

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