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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.

Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.

Nigeria Allocates ₦822 Billion to Digital Economy Over Six Years

Nigeria spent more than ₦822 billion on its digital economy ministry over six years, with sharp swings in funding and capital projects dominating allocations.

Rising Naira Costs Push Starlink Out of Reach for Many Nigerians

The weakening naira has caused Starlink prices to surge by 115%, leaving many Nigerians struggling to afford the satellite internet service that was once accessible.

CBN Introduces New Rules to Monitor PoS Transactions

The Central Bank of Nigeria introduces new PoS transaction rules, requiring payments to go through licensed platforms for improved security and transparency

Telcos Face Shrinking Investments as Return on Capital Turns Negative

Telecom companies in Nigeria are seeing investments shrink as their return on capital turns negative, raising concerns about the sector's sustainability and growth.

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Finance Ministry, contractors clash again over outstanding debt

Nigeria's Finance Ministry says it processed N700bn to 1,240 local contractors, but protesting members of AICAN insist most of them have received no payment.

Xenophobia: Nigeria weighs sanctions against South Africa

Nigeria says it is weighing sanctions against South Africa over renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, warning that a review of bilateral privileges is not off the table.

Agriculture records 3.15 percent GDP growth to N11.87trillion in first quarter

Nigeria's agricultural sector grew 3.15 percent year-on-year to N11.87trn in the first quarter of 2026, with crop production leading the gains at N8.9trn, the NBS says.

Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations, says IATA

IATA has named Nigeria one of the world's most expensive countries for airline operations, blaming high taxes and charges that keep local carriers from competing.