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CBN Grants National Licenses to Major Fintech Players

The Central Bank of Nigeria has upgraded major fintechs to national licenses, formalising nationwide operations and imposing higher capital and compliance standards.

Dangote Refinery Listing Could Double Nigeria Market Value

Bismarck Rewane says a Dangote Refinery listing could more than double Nigeria’s stock market value, marking a defining moment for the Nigerian Exchange.

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7 Emerging Entertainment Opportunities For Nigerian Creatives

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U.S. Lawmaker Condemns Kebbi School Abductions

A U.S. lawmaker’s reaction to the Kebbi school abductions sparks debate as Nigerian officials correct details and push for stronger security measures

How Bandits Seized 25 Schoolgirls in Kebbi and Killed Vice Principal

Bandits storm a Kebbi girls school, kill a school official and abduct twenty five students, prompting urgent reactions from leaders.

Dangote Eyes 1.4 Million Barrel Refinery Expansion Despite Government Delay

Dangote Group maintains refinery expansion plans, aiming for 1.4 million barrels per day despite government postponing fuel import duty.

Pope Warns Against Rising Attacks on Christians in Nigeria

Pope Leo warns of rising attacks on Christians as Nicki Minaj joins a UN event focused on Nigeria and growing global concern.

Nigeria’s Inflation Drop Fails to Ease Household Pressures – CPPE

Nigeria’s inflation slowdown offers minimal household relief as structural inflation pressures persist, according to CPPE, which warns deeper reforms are urgently required.

Gunmen Abduct 25 Students in Overnight Attack on Kebbi School

Gunmen abducted 25 schoolgirls from a Kebbi secondary school, killing a vice principal and triggering a major security operation across the area.

Dangote Cement Opens N100bn Note Sale to Investors

Dangote Cement opens N100bn commercial papers across two series, offering high yields as it strengthens liquidity and expands its short-term funding strategy.

Nigeria Opens Portal for N50m Innovation Grant

Nigeria launches a N50m student innovation grant aimed at supporting campus innovators with funding for prototypes, research projects and early-stage ideas.

Banks Shift Idle Cash to CBN’s SDF Window

Banks increasingly place funds at the CBN’s SDF window as tightening conditions curb lending appetite and push treasury teams toward safer overnight placements.

7 Digital Marketing Opportunities Nigerians Can Tap Into in 2025

Explore seven powerful digital marketing opportunities in Nigeria that will help businesses grow faster, reach wider audiences, and stay competitive in 2025.

Wike-Backed PDP Bloc Calls Emergency BoT, NEC Meetings

A Wike-backed PDP faction has summoned emergency BoT and NEC meetings after sweeping expulsions at the party’s national convention

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CBN Grants National Licenses to Major Fintech Players

The Central Bank of Nigeria has upgraded major fintechs to national licenses, formalising nationwide operations and imposing higher capital and compliance standards.

Dangote Refinery Listing Could Double Nigeria Market Value

Bismarck Rewane says a Dangote Refinery listing could more than double Nigeria’s stock market value, marking a defining moment for the Nigerian Exchange.

BlackRock Assets Reach $14 Trillion After GIP Deal

BlackRock said assets under management reached $14 trillion after record inflows, underscoring strong demand for its ETFs, cash products and infrastructure investments.

Anambra Shuts Onitsha Main Market Over Sit-At-Home Defiance

Anambra State shut Onitsha Main Market for one week after traders defied the Monday sit-at-home order, escalating efforts to restore normal economic activity.