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Kenya Pushes Ahead With Chinese-Led Highway Plan

Kenya advances a major highway upgrade with Chinese partners, boosted by Tony Elumelu’s investment pledge.

First HoldCo Completes Sale of FBNQuest Merchant Bank

First HoldCo completes its divestment of FBNQuest Merchant Bank as Otedola advances a group-wide restructuring strategy.

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First HoldCo Reports $1.7 Billion in Gross Earnings Under Otedola’s Leadership

First HoldCo, led by Femi Otedola, reports $1.7 billion in nine-month earnings as reforms strengthen assets and equity.

Nigeria Recovers 90 Mining Sites, Generates N28 Billion in 2024

Nigeria recovered 90 mining sites and generated N28 billion in 2024, signalling a stronger policy focus on mining sector revenue and reform

Delta Air Lines Launches Atlanta–Marrakech Route Expansion

Delta Air Lines opens a nonstop Atlanta–Marrakech route, expanding US–Africa connectivity and boosting tourism and trade between Morocco and the United States.

Nigeria Secures $500 Million for Solar Manufacturing

Nigeria secures $500 million to boost solar manufacturing, aiming to expand renewable capacity and export locally made panels across Africa

Fuel Tax Won’t Begin Until Naira Strengthens or Oil Price Falls — Oyedele

Oyedele says Nigeria will delay 5% fuel surcharge until naira appreciates or oil prices drop to avoid price hikes.

Military Arrests 15 More Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot in Nigeria

Nigeria’s military detains 15 more officers over an alleged coup plot, with investigators linking funds to a former governor and minister.

House Launches Probe Into Tax Deductions and Bank Charges

The House launches a probe into excessive tax deductions and bank charges as lawmakers move to ensure fairness in Nigeria’s financial system.

Soludo’s Reward Promise Meant To Boost Voter Turnout, Not Buy Votes — Anambra Govt

Anambra government says Soludo’s reward plan for APGA canvassers aims to fight voter apathy, not buy votes.

Adeleke Confident Of Re-election In 2026 Osun Governorship Race

Governor Ademola Adeleke says he’s confident of winning re-election in 2026, citing performance and widespread support in Osun State.

Oando Profit Soars 164% to ₦210 Billion

Nigeria’s Oando plc recorded a 164 percent profit increase to ₦210 billion in nine months, powered by upstream growth.

Dollar Trades Around ₦1,495 to Naira in Nigeria’s Parallel Market

The black market dollar to naira rate climbed near ₦1,495 today, mirroring persistent FX scarcity and rising importer demand.

FG Begins ₦10 Million Support Fund for Tertiary Staff

The tertiary institution staff support fund begins nationwide rollout, providing ₦10 million interest-free loans to improve staff welfare.

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Kenya Pushes Ahead With Chinese-Led Highway Plan

Kenya advances a major highway upgrade with Chinese partners, boosted by Tony Elumelu’s investment pledge.

First HoldCo Completes Sale of FBNQuest Merchant Bank

First HoldCo completes its divestment of FBNQuest Merchant Bank as Otedola advances a group-wide restructuring strategy.

Nigeria Sets A Year Deadline for Schools to Meet New Standards

Nigeria’s NSSEC has issued a one-year deadline for National Minimum Standards compliance as states face new requirements for teachers, facilities and curriculum.

CBN Raises N7.85tn in OMO Bills Auction in November

CBN sold N7.85 trillion in OMO bills in November, drawing banks and foreign investors as it works to drain excess system liquidity.