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Rwanda Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in Rule of Law Rankings – WJP Index 2025

Rwanda has been ranked as the country with the strongest rule of law in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to the World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2025, a global benchmark that measures how effectively countries uphold legal accountability, justice and governance

February 1, 2026

News·Nigeria·Top Stories

Jega, Odinkalu, Chidoka to lead Prime Business Africa Webinar Marking Utomi’s 70th Birthday

A group of prominent Nigerian public figures, Mahmud Jega, human rights lawyer Chidi Odinkalu and former aviation minister Osita Chidoka, will take part in an online forum this week to mark the 70th birthday of the political economist Professor Pat Utomi. The

February 1, 2026

Business·Top Stories·World News

Shenzhen Gold Trading Platform Jieworui Faces Redemption Crisis, Government Task Force Steps In

A Shenzhen-based gold trading platform, operated by Shenzhen Jiewo Rui Jewelry Co., Ltd., has come under official scrutiny after reports emerged of widespread redemption difficulties, with many investors unable to withdraw cash or receive gold they purchased. The situation has drawn public

February 1, 2026

King Charles Launches Unemployment Scheme In Nigeria

King Charles Under Pressure to Apologise for Britain’s Role in Slavery

Pressure is growing on King Charles III to issue a formal apology for Britain’s role in the transatlantic slave trade, following new research into the monarchy’s historic links to slavery. The calls come after the publication of a book, The Crown’s Silence,

February 1, 2026

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

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

FEATURES·Nigeria·Top Stories

Is Nigeria’s Christian Faith Embracing Tattoo Culture?

A single verse of the Bible has found itself at the centre of a national debate. Leviticus 19:28, long read by many Christians as forbidding tattoos, is now being interpreted in strikingly different ways as body art moves from the margins of

January 31, 2026

FBN Holding Appoints Otedola As Chairman Days After Return To Forbes African Billionaires

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First HoldCo Absorbs ₦748bn Loan Losses, Says Balance Sheet Now Stronger for Recapitalisation Drive

First Bank Holding Company (First HoldCo) has said its decision to recognise ₦748 billion in legacy bad loans in one sweep has placed the group on a stronger footing ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) planned banking sector recapitalisation, despite

January 31, 2026

Failing National Grid: Why Nigeria Needs Urgent Reforms Now

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Nigeria Targets 8,500 MW Reliable Power Generation in 2026, Projects Underway Nationwide

The National Grid has set an ambitious target of achieving approximately 8,500 megawatts of reliable electricity generation across Nigeria in 2026, officials have confirmed. According to industry sources, multiple power projects are currently ongoing simultaneously in different parts of the country, aimed

January 31, 2026

News·Top Stories·World News

Saudi-UAE Rift Exposed After Yemen Strikes, Triggering Regional Realignments

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, historically close allies in the Gulf, experienced a major public rupture after Saudi-led coalition airstrikes on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 targeted weapons shipments linked to the UAE in Yemen’s southern port city of Mukalla. Riyadh

January 31, 2026

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48 Judges Shortlisted for Elevation to Nigeria’s Court of Appeal

The Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) has published the full list of 48 judicial officers nominated for possible appointment as Justices of the Court of Appeal, formally opening the public scrutiny phase of the selection process. The list, which cuts across state

January 31, 2026

Gold remains too hot to chase, too hot to short

Business·Top Stories·World News

Gold, Silver Suffer Historic Losses as Fed Policy Shift Jolts Markets

Global precious metals markets were thrown into turmoil on Friday as gold prices fell by about 12 per cent while silver plunged as much as 33 per cent, marking one of the sharpest sell-offs in decades, according to multiple market trackers and

January 30, 2026

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Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Over China Trade Deal

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 100 per

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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Rwanda Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in Rule of Law Rankings – WJP Index 2025

Jega, Odinkalu, Chidoka to lead Prime Business Africa Webinar Marking Utomi’s 70th Birthday

Shenzhen Gold Trading Platform Jieworui Faces Redemption Crisis, Government Task Force Steps In

King Charles Under Pressure to Apologise for Britain’s Role in Slavery

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

Is Nigeria’s Christian Faith Embracing Tattoo Culture?

First HoldCo Absorbs ₦748bn Loan Losses, Says Balance Sheet Now Stronger for Recapitalisation Drive

Nigeria Targets 8,500 MW Reliable Power Generation in 2026, Projects Underway Nationwide

Saudi-UAE Rift Exposed After Yemen Strikes, Triggering Regional Realignments

48 Judges Shortlisted for Elevation to Nigeria’s Court of Appeal

Gold, Silver Suffer Historic Losses as Fed Policy Shift Jolts Markets

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Rwanda Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in Rule of Law Rankings – WJP Index 2025

Jega, Odinkalu, Chidoka to lead Prime Business Africa Webinar Marking Utomi’s 70th Birthday

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

Rwanda Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in Rule of Law Rankings – WJP Index 2025

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