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BUSINESSJul 26US 12.5% tariff unlikely to hurt Nigeria – CPPEThe body said the direct economic implications for Nigeria would be limited because most of the country's exports to the United States are petroleum products, which are exempt from the tariffs. The post US 12.5% tariff unlikely to hurt Nigeria – CPPE appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSJul 26Creative Industry Nigeria : Policies , Tax Incentives NeededThe Nigerian creative industry requires specific policies and tax incentives for its growth and development. This highlights the importance of governmental support for economic sectors.punchng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 25Niger State Eyes Industrial Boom With Proposed International Trade ZoneCovering approximately 206 hectares, the project is expected to serve as a major hub for industrial and commercial activities. The post Niger State Eyes Industrial Boom With Proposed International Trade Zone appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSJul 25ECOWAS orders release of detained Nigerian onion trucksMaitasamu described the intervention as a timely step that prevented further economic losses and reaffirmed ECOWAS’ commitment to regional trade and cooperation. The post ECOWAS orders release of detained Nigerian onion trucks appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 25Germany Mulls Energy Development Expansion Programme , Trading With NigeriaGermany is considering expanding its energy development program and trading activities with Nigeria. This highlights potential international economic and energy policy shifts between the two nations.leadership.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 24Ex - Minister Seeks Regulatory Certainty , Clean Energy Financing To Unlock Nigeria Energy InvestmentsA former minister is advocating for regulatory certainty and clean energy financing to stimulate energy investments in Nigeria. This highlights policy recommendations aimed at boosting the nation's energy sector.leadership.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 24U.S hits Nigeria, 7 African nations with 12.5% tariff over forced labour claimsUS said the affected nations have not put in place, or enforced measures, strong enough to block goods made with forced labour from entering their markets The post US hits Nigeria, 7 African nations with 12.5% tariff over forced labour claims appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 24Phillips Consulting Launches the 2026 State Performance Index (pSPI) – A Benchmark for Measuring Governance, Performance and Development Across Nigeria’s StatesNigeria’s leading business and management consulting firm, pcl., has officially launched the 2026 pcl. State Performance Index (pSPI), a comprehensive intelligence report designed to transform how governments, investors, development partners, policymakers, researchers, businesses, and citizens understand and evaluate state-level performance across Nigeria. The 2026 pSPI arrives at a time when evidence-based governance has become more […] The post Phillips Consulting Launches the 2026 State Performance Index (pSPI) – A Benchmark for Measuring Governance, Performance and DeveloVanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 24UBA sweeps top honours at 2026 Euromoney Awards, named Nigeria’s Best ESGThe Bank was recognised for Retail Banking Excellence, Sustainability Leadership The post UBA sweeps top honours at 2026 Euromoney Awards, named Nigeria’s Best ESG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSJul 24US Slams 12 . 5 % Tariff On Nigerian Imports Over Forced ‑ labour ConcernsThe United States has imposed a 12.5% tariff on imports from Nigeria due to concerns regarding forced labor practices. This action signals a trade dispute influenced by human rights issues.leadership.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 24Why Digital Trust Is Becoming Essential for Nigeria’s Growing SME EconomyFor many small businesses in Nigeria, growth now happens partly on a phone screen. A fashion seller takes orders on Instagram. A food vendor receives payment before delivery. A small logistics operator confirms addresses through WhatsApp. A freelancer sends invoices to clients outside the country. The shop may still be physical, but the relationship with […] The post Why Digital Trust Is Becoming Essential for Nigeria’s Growing SME Economy appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 24Guinness Nigeria Q2 Profit Jumps 57 %, Board Raises Interim Dividend To ₦9 Per ShareGuinness Nigeria reported a 57% increase in its Q2 profit, leading its board to raise the interim dividend to ₦9 per share. This indicates strong financial performance for the company.naija247news.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 23Nigerian onion traders seek Ghana’s intervention over detention of trucksBy Cynthia AloThe Regional Observatory of Onion in West and Central Africa, ORO/WCA, has appealed to the Government of Ghana to urgently intervene in the continued detention of five trucks loaded with Nigerian onions at Kotoku Market, warning that the development is causing heavy losses on farmers, exporters and traders. In a statement signed by […] The post Nigerian onion traders seek Ghana’s intervention over detention of trucks appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 23Easywin Nigeria concludes World Cup campaignThe World Cup promotion was among several campaigns launched during the tournament to sustain fans' interest, even as Nigeria's Super Eagles missed out on qualification for the finals. The post Easywin Nigeria concludes World Cup campaign appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSJul 23Gas Flaring: Nigeria loses $5.5bn as methane waste hits $30m dailyBy Folarin Kehinde For decades, Nigeria has remained one of Africa’s largest producers of crude oil and natural gas. Yet, across oilfields in the Niger Delta, billions of cubic feet of valuable natural gas are either burned through routine flaring or lost through leaks and venting, depriving the country of electricity, cooking gas, industrial growth, […] The post Gas Flaring: Nigeria loses $5.5bn as methane waste hits $30m daily appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 23Zenith Bank clinches dual honours as Best Bank in Africa and in Nigeria at the 2026 Euromoney AwardsThe Bank was named “Africa’s Best Bank” and “Nigeria’s Best Bank”, the latter for the second consecutive year, at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, clinching the biggest and most coveted national and continental awards in banking. The post Zenith Bank clinches dual honours as Best Bank in Africa and in Nigeria at the 2026 Euromoney Awards appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSJul 23Nigeria’s solar boom bypasses national grid as utility-scale investment stalls – ReportA new BloombergNEF report says Nigeria is emerging as sub-Saharan Africa’s largest small-scale solar market, driven by businesses and households seeking alternatives to unreliable grid electricity The post Nigeria’s solar boom bypasses national grid as utility-scale investment stalls – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSJul 23Zenith Bank wins Africa’s Best Bank, retains Nigeria’s top banking awardZenith Bank Plc has been named Africa’s Best Bank and Nigeria’s Best Bank for the second consecutive year at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading financial institutions. The awards which were presented in London recognises the bank’s strong financial performance, digital innovation, customer service and contribution […] The post Zenith Bank wins Africa’s Best Bank, retains Nigeria’s top banking award appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 22Nigeria leads in online gambling regulation as illegal market hits $17.8bnThe report, the first comprehensive assessment of online gambling across all 54 African countries, showed that Africa's online gambling Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) reached $23 billion in 2025. The post Nigeria leads in online gambling regulation as illegal market hits $17.8bn appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 22Nigeria’s Economy Resilient To External Shocks – CardosoHe stated this during an interactive session with the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions. The post Nigeria’s Economy Resilient To External Shocks – Cardoso appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSJul 22Bago Launches 500-Unit Housing Estate In Niger StateThe state government said that the proposed layout covers about 305 plots of different sizes, including 100-by-50-foot and 100-by-30-foot plots, as well as three commercial plots. The post Bago Launches 500-Unit Housing Estate In Niger State appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSJul 22Lead Africa Blue Economy future , SIFAX Group charges young NigeriansSIFAX Group is encouraging young Nigerians to take a leading role in the future of Africa's Blue Economy. This highlights efforts to promote economic development and youth engagement in a specific sector.tribuneonlineng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 22OPay Leads Nigeria’s Fight Against Digital FraudBy:Cynthia Alo How Smart Technology Is Protecting Trust in Africa’s Largest Digital Economy Company Says Trust, Not Just Speed, Will Define The Next Phase Of Financial Services In Africa’s Largest Market LAGOS – As Nigeria completes one of the fastest transitions from cash to digital payments on the continent, a new battlefront has opened in […] The post OPay Leads Nigeria’s Fight Against Digital Fraud appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 22Nigeria losing millions in carbon credit earnings to foreign experts over talent gap — Expert warnsBy Cynthia Alo Nigeria risks losing hundreds of millions of dollars in potential carbon credit earnings to foreign consultants and technical experts unless it urgently develops the skilled workforce needed to participate in the rapidly expanding global carbon market, a climate finance expert has warned. The warning comes at a time when carbon credits are […] The post Nigeria losing millions in carbon credit earnings to foreign experts over talent gap — Expert warns appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria