32 h. ago Cost of FATF grey listing: Cardoso laments $30bn potential investment loss in one year

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has described Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list as one of the country’s most significant economic wins this year. He asserted that remaining on the list could have cost the nation more than $30 billion in potential investment within […]

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59 h. ago What Nigeria’s exit from FATF ‘Grey List’ means for private sector, business growth — Tope Edward

Tope Edward Fagbamigbe, a legal practitioner, has consistently demonstrated a unique ability to dissect complex legal, financial, and developmental issues. In this interview with SEGUN ADEBAYO, he reflects on Nigeria’s evolving financial landscape, the implications of the Grey List removal, and the ongoing Ibadan corridor expansion controversy. THE name Tope Edward means different things to […]

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3 d. ago FG, private sector finalise plans for Nigeria’s maiden international air show

The Federal Government has confirmed full readiness to host Nigeria’s first-ever International Air Show, scheduled to take place from December read more FG, private sector finalise plans for Nigeria’s maiden international air show

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3 d. ago Nigeria Attracts $20.98bn In 10 Months As CBN Says FATF Grey List Exit Restores $30bn

Nigeria in the first 10 months of the year recorded a total of $20.98 billion in foreign capital inflow, a 70 per cent rise over total inflows in 2024, Governor of the Central Bank Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, revealed as he said $30 billion in potential investments was being reclaimed following Nigeria’s exit from the […]

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3 d. ago Continental Re drives insurance sector resilience, competitiveness for growth

Continental Reinsurance Plc (Continental Re) has thrown its weight in strengthening the Nigerian insurance market for resilience and competitiveness towards read more Continental Re drives insurance sector resilience, competitiveness for growth

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7 d. ago FATF grey list: SEC tasks capital market operators on sustained compliance

She noted that one of the biggest challenges facing operators is inadequate awareness when regulations change...

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7 d. ago SEC urges market operators to sustain compliance culture after Nigeria’s exit from FATF grey list

Emomotimi Agama, Director General, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged financial sector stakeholders to strengthen and sustain a culture read more SEC urges market operators to sustain compliance culture after Nigeria’s exit from FATF grey list

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7 d. ago Cement sector to extend growth streak on public infrastructure push

Nigeria’s cement sector is projected to post another strong performance in FY’26, supported by government infrastructure spending, a shift toward read more Cement sector to extend growth streak on public infrastructure push

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9 d. ago Tisume to host beauty, branding masterclass in Lagos December 28

Tisume (Book the Look), a platform that enables users to schedule beauty appointments with ease, has announced its upcoming beauty and branding masterclass scheduled for December 28, 2025, at Hyde Park Social House, Lekki. The event aims to provide practical training and business guidance for hairstylists, beauty professionals and small-business owners within the beauty sector. […]

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1 week ago Entreprenuers, not govt hand outs or foreign aid, will drive Nigeria’s future —Tony Elumelu

Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation and Group Chairman of UBA, Tony Elumelu, has urged Nigerian leaders to build partnerships that empower entrepreneurs’ growth, calling for stronger collaboration across government, the private sector and institutions to create an environment where local businesses can scale, thrive and ultimately transform the economy. Delivering the keynote address entitled […]

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1 week ago FG to boost automotive sector with policy support, incentives — Shettima

The Federal Government has announced plans to strengthen Nigeria’s automotive industry through targeted policy support and incentives aimed at positioning read more FG to boost automotive sector with policy support, incentives — Shettima

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2 w. ago Stakeholders urge collaboration to boost leasing industry growth

Stakeholders in the leasing industry have said collaboration within and outside the industry is a key tool for expansion in read more Stakeholders urge collaboration to boost leasing industry growth

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2 w. ago Stakeholders decry Nigeria’s World Cup exit, urge reforms in football administration

Some football stakeholders have expressed disappointment over the Super Eagles’ exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, describing it read more Stakeholders decry Nigeria’s World Cup exit, urge reforms in football administration

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2 w. ago Nigerian gaming sector overtakes fun to become creative economy heavyweight

Nigeria’s gaming business is no longer just a pastime but is a rapidly accelerating economic engine that challenges the dominance read more Nigerian gaming sector overtakes fun to become creative economy heavyweight

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2 w. ago HFN commends private sector inclusion in revised health coverage

The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has commended the federal government’s inclusion of private health players in the recently updated read more HFN commends private sector inclusion in revised health coverage

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2 w. ago Foundation, 72 African leaders to drive public sector reforms

Seventy-two outstanding public servants from seven African countries have joined the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation’s AIG Public Leaders Programme (PLP), an initiative read more Foundation, 72 African leaders to drive public sector reforms

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3 w. ago Federal Govt Moves To Strengthen Policy Synergy With Private Sector

The federal government has launched a structured policy dialogue platform designed to bridge the gap between policymakers and the private sector, marking a renewed effort to foster an inclusive, business-friendly economic environment that drives growth and investment nationwide. Speaking in Lagos at the inaugural edition of the Government–Private Sector Dialogue Series (GPS), South East Finance […]

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3 w. ago FX reforms, exit challenges slow venture capital investments in Nigeria — Report

Foreign exchange (FX) reforms and persistent exit challenges have dampened venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) investments in Nigeria over the last four years, according to a new report by the Impact Investors Foundation (IIF). The report, titled: “Nigerian Impact Investment Landscape 2025,” was unveiled on recently at the 8th Annual Convening on Impact […]

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3 w. ago Mandatory deposits with CBN hit N24.81trn, squeezing loan growth

Banks’ mandatory deposits with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have surged to record levels, tightening liquidity in the banking sector and stifling credit expansion to businesses and consumers. Available data from the CBN show that nine leading Nigerian banks held a combined ₦24.81 trillion as mandatory deposits with the apex bank as of September […]

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3 w. ago Mortgage sector is transforming despite economic headwinds – Ngozi Chukwu

Despite rising inflation, high interest rates, and increasing construction costs, Nigeria’s mortgage and housing finance industry continues to adapt and read more Mortgage sector is transforming despite economic headwinds – Ngozi Chukwu

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