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Headline inflation rose to 15.38% in March 2026, its first increase in 12 months.
Monthly inflation accelerated sharply, with both headline and core rates rising significantly.
Food and core inflation declined year-on-year, but short-term price pressures remain evident.
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate climbed...
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Plateau State reduced the Jos North curfew to 7:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. following improved security conditions.
The decision was made after consultations and reviews with security agencies.
Residents were commended for cooperation and urged to remain vigilant while peace efforts continue.
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Nigeria’s financial sector is being reshaped by under-40 founders building fintech companies that expand inclusion, support SMEs and attract global investor attention.
Africa’s wealthiest figures are cautiously embracing Instagram, using selective visibility to humanize power and redefine how influence works in a digital age.
Aliko Dangote has committed 25 percent of his $30 billion fortune to his foundation, formalizing one of Africa’s biggest long-term philanthropic pledges.
Access Bank completes its takeover of Standard Chartered Cameroon, widening its regional network and driving stronger group performance across African markets.
Seplat Energy has completed a major inlet gas exchanger upgrade offshore Nigeria, boosting NGL output and strengthening its 2025 operational performance.
NAFDAC has secured full ICH membership, placing Nigeria among top global regulators and strengthening access to high-quality, safe and effective medicines.
Starlink Global export growth pushes Nigeria’s non-oil market forward as Adeniji Adeyemi expands cocoa operations into a $550 million export powerhouse.