1 hour ago NGX extends gains as Insurance stocks lead market higher by 0.12%

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained its positive momentum on Thursday, as the benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) advanced 0.12 percent to close at 143,239.23 basis points. Market capitalisation increased by N111.08 billion to N91.11 trillion, supported mainly by renewed buying interest in insurance stocks. Consequently, Month-to-Date and Year-to-Date returns stood at -7.1 percent and +39.2 percent, […]

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65 h. ago Cocoa farmers want Aiyedatiwa to suspend N250,000 forest reserves levy

Smallholder cocoa farmers in Ondo State have appealed to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa to suspend the newly introduced N250, 000-per-hectare levy imposed on farmers operating within the state’s forest reserves. The farmers contiuesd that enforcing the policy without broad consultation could devastate livelihoods, deepen rural poverty, and threaten the state’s position as Nigeria’s cocoa powerhouse. […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s position at G20 anchored on national priorities — Tuggar

Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar has said Nigeria’s engagement at the G20 Summit in

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5 d. ago Security, climate issues top agenda, as Shettima presents Nigeria’s position at G20 summit

.…as Shettima arrives South Africa There are strong indications that Nigeria’s current security situation and economic challenges will feature prominently read more Security, climate issues top agenda, as Shettima presents Nigeria’s position at G20 summit

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5 d. ago Kwara AI Summit 2025 positions the State as Nigeria’s next big tech powerhouse

Ilorin, Nigeria Kwara State is stepping forward as Nigeria’s next major force in technology and innovation with the official announcement read more Kwara AI Summit 2025 positions the State as Nigeria’s next big tech powerhouse

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6 d. ago RAN urges FG to prioritise recycling content policy, tax incentives for growth

The Recyclers Association of Nigeria (RAN) has called on the Federal Government and the National Assembly to prioritize a minimum read more RAN urges FG to prioritise recycling content policy, tax incentives for growth

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9 d. ago FG’s abolition of indigenous languages as medium of instruction in schools

IN a profoundly shocking, patently illogical and apparently destructive move, the  Federal Government, last week, suspended the use of indigenous languages as a medium of teaching in Nigerian schools, directing teachers nationwide to prioritise English instead. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced the ban during, of all events, the Language in Education International Conference […]

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1 week ago Experts warn of rising diabetes cases, urge regular screening

Amina Hassan Wali, Chief Medical Director and consultant ophthalmologist at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna, has urged Nigerians to prioritise read more Experts warn of rising diabetes cases, urge regular screening

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1 week ago Assessing FX reforms, policies behind S&P’s positive outlook rating for Nigeria

Nigeria’s economic policy shifts, particularly the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) currency reforms, are earning global recognition, with the latest nod coming from S&P Global Ratings. Over the weekend, the agency revised Nigeria’s outlook from “stable” to “positive” while affirming the country’s “B-/B” rating, citing the effectiveness of ongoing monetary, fiscal, and economic reforms in […]

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1 week ago S&P upgrade signals Nigeria’s best economic outlook in a decade

For only the second time in history, S&P Global Ratings has upgraded Nigeria’s outlook to ‘positive’ from ‘stable,’ while affirming read more S&P upgrade signals Nigeria’s best economic outlook in a decade

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1 week ago Malta Guinness, TRACE Naija energise campuses across Nigeria with “In The City” tour

This year’s edition of the annual Trace In The City campus tour will go down as one of the most exhilarating, thanks to Nigeria’s premium malt drink, Malta Guinness. In partnership with the tour’s organisers, TRACE Naija, the brand, renowned for fuelling the greatness and positive energy of Nigerians was on ground to give students […]

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1 week ago S&P upgrades Nigeria’s outlook to ‘positive’ in boost for investor confidence 

S&P Global Ratings revised its outlook on Nigeria to “positive” from “stable” on Friday, backing the country’s ongoing economic reforms, read more S&P upgrades Nigeria’s outlook to ‘positive’ in boost for investor confidence 

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2 w. ago Nigeria eyes $20bn in investments from 70 priority gas projects

Nigeria is positioning itself to unlock as much as $20 billion in new investments from 70 priority gas projects over read more Nigeria eyes $20bn in investments from 70 priority gas projects

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2 w. ago Onne Multipurpose Terminal Receives Direct Vessel From China

The Onne Multipurpose Terminal (OMT) has achieved another landmark as it received the maiden call of MSC Dorine V, the first vessel of the MSC Iroko Service to sail directly from China and the Far East, signalling a significant shift in Nigeria’s shipping dynamics and strengthening the position of the country’s eastern maritime corridor. The […]

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2 w. ago FG to harness digital revolution, plans 4,000 towers to connect 20 million citizens

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to positioning Nigeria as a player in the global digital economy, stressing that read more FG to harness digital revolution, plans 4,000 towers to connect 20 million citizens

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2 w. ago Senate Debates Bill To Establish Artificial Intelligence, Innovation Centre In Ekiti

The Senate on Tuesday began debate on a bill seeking to establish the Artificial Intelligence, Innovation and Communication Technology Solutions Centre in Omuo-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The centre aims at positioning Nigeria as a continental hub for digital innovation and technological advancement. Leading the debate on the general principles of the bill titled: “Artificial Intelligence, Innovation […]

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2 w. ago Oriental Energy Resources 40,000bpd FPSO Heads To Nigeria From Dubai

Oriental Energy Resources (OERL) and its partners yesterday marked the sailaway of the EMEM Floating Production Storage and Offloading Vessel (FPSO) from Dry Docks World Dubai Shipyard. The EMEM is the first fully funded and converted FPSO by a Nigerian indigenous company, positioning OERL at the forefront of the nation’s energy independence agenda. The event […]

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2 w. ago Nigerians Urged To Acknowledge Successes From Tinubu’s Reforms

A pro-APC group led by Prof Damian Opata has stressed the need for Nigerians to acknowledge that the reforms of the President Bola Tinubu administration, including the removal of fuel subsidy, were already yielding positive results. Opata urged Nigerians to be honest enough to acknowledge measurable improvements in the administration of President Bola Tinubu. He […]

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2 w. ago Lagos Fair Positions Nigerian Products To Tap AfCFTA’s 1.4bn Consumer Market – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu stated that the Lagos International Trade Fair will showcase Nigerian‑made textiles, technology, cocoa, creative arts, and agro‑products to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) 1.4 billion consumer market. The President stated this at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Lagos International Trade Fair held yesterday in Lagos, running from November 7 to […]

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2 w. ago 50 Years Of Ikoyi Ladies’ Open: A Catalyst For Sustainable Environment, Community Bonds

This year’s Ladies’ Open, the 50th edition, will welcome participants from 11 countries, amplifying the legacy of this event within both the golfing community and the wider society. The activities surrounding this milestone promise not only excitement but also a significant positive impact on Nigeria’s economy. Peggy Onwu, the Lady Captain of the Club, who […]

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