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Nigeria ‘Sixth Biggest Contributor’ to Global Growth in 2026 – IMF

Nigeria is expected to rank as the world’s sixth-largest contributor to global economic growth in 2026, according to new data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF says Africa’s biggest economy will account for 1.5% of global real GDP growth next

February 1, 2026

Agro-Economy·Health·Insights

Wired for Disruption: How Modern Life Impacts Kids’ Brains

A child’s brain is not simply growing. It is being designed. Every day, from conception through adolescence, the brain is responding to instructions, some deliberate, many unconscious. These instructions come from food, movement, emotion, sleep, sound, stress, love, neglect, curiosity, fear, and

January 31, 2026

Oil Production: Nigeria Again Exceeds OPEC Quota In 2025

News·Oil & Gas·Top Stories·World News

Crude Oil Prices Climb to $68 Amid Middle East Tensions

Global crude oil prices rose sharply on Thursday, reaching their highest level since September 2025, amid concerns that tensions between the United States and Iran could disrupt supply. Brent crude, the international benchmark, increased 2.2% to $68.88 per barrel, while US West

January 29, 2026

Diaspora·News·Oil & Gas·Top Stories

UK Court Puts Alison-Madueke on Trial Over Alleged Oil-Sector Bribes

Former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, on Tuesday appeared before a London court and entered a not-guilty plea to multiple bribery charges linked to her time at the helm of Nigeria’s oil sector, Prime Business Africa reports. Opening the case

January 28, 2026

Business·News·Personal Finance·Top Stories

PayPal Returns to Nigeria Through Paga, Unlocks Inbound Payments After Two Decades

PayPal has re-entered Nigeria through a partnership with local fintech firm Paga, enabling Nigerians to receive international payments via PayPal for the first time after nearly two decades of restricted access. Under the integration, Nigerian users can link their PayPal Nigeria accounts

January 27, 2026

News·Oil & Gas·Top Stories

NNPC Ltd, Chevron Celebrate Major Hydrocarbon Discovery in Niger Delta

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has hailed Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) for the successful completion of the Awodi‑07 appraisal and exploration well in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta, Prime Business Africa reports. The well, drilled as part of

January 26, 2026

Business·Diaspora·News·Oil & Gas

Oranto Petroleum Rejects Senegal Government’s Claims on Offshore Licences

Oranto Petroleum has dismissed what it described as a “false narrative” by the Government of Senegal over the St Louis and Cayar offshore oil and gas licences previously operated by the company, insisting it complied with its contractual obligations and invested heavily

January 25, 2026

News·Oil & Gas·Top Stories

Elumelu Appointed Seplat Energy Non-Executive Director as Board Restructures

Seplat Energy Plc has appointed billionaire investor and philanthropist, Mr Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, as a Non-Executive Director on its Board, with effect from January 22, 2026, following recent changes in the company’s ownership structure. The appointment comes on the heels of

January 23, 2026

Entrepreneurship·FEATURES

25 Inspiring Quotes from Successful African Entrepreneurs in 2025

As Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to mature and expand, 2025 has been a year of remarkable insights from the continent’s business leaders. From fintech pioneers to climate tech innovators, these entrepreneurs are not just building companies, they’re reshaping Africa’s economic future. Here

January 22, 2026

Business·Finance & Economy·News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Nigeria Government Offers ₦900bn Bonds Amid Rising Borrowing Costs

Nigeria’s government has offered ₦900bn ($1bn) worth of federal bonds for subscription, as it continues to raise funds in the domestic debt market amid high interest rates. In a statement, the Debt Management Office (DMO) said the bonds are being sold at

January 22, 2026

Data & Infographics·News·Personal Finance·Top Stories

Most Nigerians Earn ₦50,000 or Less Monthly – Report

A new financial services market report has revealed that most Nigerians survive on modest monthly incomes, with more than two-thirds earning ₦50,000 or less, underscoring deep-seated income challenges in the country. According to The Nigerian Financial Services Market Report 2024 published by

January 22, 2026

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Nigeria Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Using Prepaid Imports

Nigeria’s customs authority has introduced new rules for courier companies

Behind the Geregu Power Sale: Politics and a $750m Deal

The sale of Geregu Power, one of Nigeria’s largest electricity

Recapitalisation: UBA Extends Deadline For Rights Issue

UBA Hits Billion-Naira Milestone: Rights Issue Success Pushes Capital Base Above ₦500bn

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has successfully concluded its rights

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Finance & Economy

Nigeria ‘Sixth Biggest Contributor’ to Global Growth in 2026 – IMF

Wired for Disruption: How Modern Life Impacts Kids’ Brains

Crude Oil Prices Climb to $68 Amid Middle East Tensions

UK Court Puts Alison-Madueke on Trial Over Alleged Oil-Sector Bribes

PayPal Returns to Nigeria Through Paga, Unlocks Inbound Payments After Two Decades

NNPC Ltd, Chevron Celebrate Major Hydrocarbon Discovery in Niger Delta

Oranto Petroleum Rejects Senegal Government’s Claims on Offshore Licences

Elumelu Appointed Seplat Energy Non-Executive Director as Board Restructures

25 Inspiring Quotes from Successful African Entrepreneurs in 2025

Nigeria Government Offers ₦900bn Bonds Amid Rising Borrowing Costs

Most Nigerians Earn ₦50,000 or Less Monthly – Report

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