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Atiku Picks ADC Presidential Forms Ahead of 2027 Election

KEY POINTS Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen have obtained ADC presidential nomination forms ahead of the 2027 election. Hayatu-Deen pledged to focus on insecurity, job creation, and reducing economic hardship if elected. INEC has fixed January 16, 2027, for the presidential election...

May 11, 2026

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Shettima Reacts To Moniepoint CEO’s Claim On Lack Of Skilled Nigerians

KEY POINTS Vice President Kashim Shettima called for stronger partnerships between universities and industries to improve graduate skills. Shettima reacted to Moniepoint CEO Tosin Eniolorunda’s claim that Nigeria lacks enough globally competitive professionals. The vice president also praised AUN for graduating 12 former Chibok...

May 11, 2026

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Standard Chartered Meets CBN N200bn Capital Rule Ahead of March 2026 Deadline

KEY POINTS Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria met the CBN N200bn capital requirement in November...

January 8, 2026

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SIFAX Sets Tech-Driven Push for 2026 Expansion

SIFAX Group is entering 2026 with a technology-led strategy focused on execution, efficiency and expanding its logistics and financial services footprint across West Africa.

January 8, 2026

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Dangote Refinery Warns of Steep Petrol Price Surge

Dangote Refinery says petrol prices could hit ₦1,400 per litre without domestic refining, warning that heavy import reliance leaves Nigeria exposed to sharp fuel cost swings.

January 8, 2026

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Nigeria’s New Tax Regime Spares Bank Balances, says CITN

Nigeria’s new tax regime does not tax bank balances, applying only limited stamp duty on transfers while expanding protections for low-income earners, officials say.

January 7, 2026

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AA Rano Unveils Nigeria’s First Unmanned Fuel Stations

AA Rano is introducing Nigeria’s first automated fuel stations, enabling 24-hour self-service fueling and digital payments through locally developed technology.

January 7, 2026

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Indimi Gains $22 Million as Jaiz Bank Shares Rally in 2025

Mohammed Indimi added $22 million to his wealth after Jaiz Bank shares rallied in 2025, helped by renewed investor interest and a stronger naira.

January 7, 2026

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Nigeria SEC Plans Tougher Market Policing in 2026

Nigeria’s SEC says it will intensify market enforcement in 2026, using new legal powers to tackle abuse, improve transparency and strengthen investor confidence.

January 6, 2026

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Nigerian Stocks Top N100 Trillion as Buying Spree Lifts Confidence

Nigerian equities opened the week on a strong note, with NGX market capitalisation surpassing N100 trillion amid broad buying and improved investor sentiment.

January 6, 2026

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Rabiu’s Fortune Nears $10 Billion After BUA Rally

Abdul Samad Rabiu’s fortune climbs to about $9.7 billion as BUA Cement and Foods shares rally, pushing him closer to the $10 billion mark.

January 6, 2026

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Nigeria Petrol Price War Deepens as MRS Pushes Cuts

Aggressive fuel discounts by MRS Oil following Dangote refinery cuts are forcing NNPC and rivals to slash prices, intensifying competition across Nigeria’s petrol market.

January 5, 2026

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Flutterwave Expands Beyond Payments With Mono Acquisition

Flutterwave’s acquisition of open-banking startup Mono signals a strategic shift toward data-driven fintech, targeting credit access and deeper financial infrastructure across Africa.

January 5, 2026

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Cosgrove Founder Gifts Staff ₦4 Billion Properties in Reward

Cosgrove Investment Limited founder Umar Abdullahi approved ₦4bn worth of company properties as gifts to staff, a rare employee reward that drew attention across Nigeria’s business community.

December 30, 2025