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BUSINESSSep 24Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 24, 2026The Nigerian naira strengthened against the US dollar across both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets, with the local currency gaining ground ahead of Thursday’s trading session. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 24, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24What would a successful Dangote Refinery IPO really say about Nigeria’s economy, By Bolutife OluwadeleThe active public offer could deepen Nigeria’s capital market and demonstrate confidence in a major industrial asset. But even if it is oversubscribed, its outcome should not be treated as conclusive evidence of the health of the wider economy. Few corporate events in Nigeria have generated as much anticipation as the initial public offering of […] The post What would a successful Dangote Refinery IPO really say about Nigeria’s economy, By Bolutife Oluwadele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 24Nigeria Fuel Prices Hit Record Highs As Global Oil Shock Raises Cost - of - Living PressureFuel prices in Nigeria have reached unprecedented highs, exacerbating cost-of-living pressures due to a global shock in oil prices. This signifies a significant economic challenge for the country.naija247news.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Nigeria Central Bank Cuts Interest RateThe Central Bank of Nigeria has implemented a reduction in its interest rate. This action can influence the country's economic activity and financial markets.africa.com · South Africa
BUSINESSSep 24Kenya Announces Eight New Business Opportunities from UNGA EngagementsKenya has announced eight new business opportunities stemming from its engagements at the UN General Assembly. This indicates potential economic growth and international partnerships for the country.kenya-today.com · Kenya
BUSINESSSep 24Naira appreciates to N1,375/$ in parallel marketNaira yesterday appreciated to N1,375 per dollar from N1,383 in the parallel market on Tuesday. Similarly, the naira appreciated to N1,328 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. The post Naira appreciates to N1,375/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Nigeria must process agro commodities to boost export earnings — StakeholdersBy Cynthia Alo Stakeholders in the agriculture and financial sectors have reiterated the need for Nigeria to move beyond exporting raw agricultural commodities to processing and adding value to its farm produce to increase export earnings, create jobs and strengthen domestic industries. They made this known during the panel session themed, ‘Building Competitive Export Value […] The post Nigeria must process agro commodities to boost export earnings — Stakeholders appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Farmers unaware of insurance options despite growing coverage, expert saysBy Cynthia Alo Nigerian farmers are largely unaware that their poultry, fish and cassava farms can be insured, an insurance and risk management expert, has said. In an exclusive interview with Vanguard AgroBiz at the just concluded ‘All-Inclusive Mass Media Training for Journalists in Lagos, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Umbrella Insurance Brokers Limited, […] The post Farmers unaware of insurance options despite growing coverage, expert says appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Fish import bill drops 14% to N167bn in Q2’26 – NBS…as Herrings specie defies general trend By Cynthia Alo Nigeria spent about N167.91 billion importing different fish varieties in the second quarter of 2026, Q2’26. But the figure represents a 14.8 per cent decline from N197.17 billion recorded in the corresponding quarter of 2025, Q2’25. Data obtained from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Foreign […] The post Fish import bill drops 14% to N167bn in Q2’26 – NBS appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Lindian Resources moves to upgrade licence as Malawi tightens mineral export rules - Business News MalawiLindian Resources is working to upgrade its license as Malawi introduces stricter rules for mineral exports. This affects the mining industry and regulatory environment in Malawi.nyasatimes.com · Malawi
BUSINESSSep 24Why is Kenya turning against Tata Chemicals in Magadi?A century-old industry faces a reckoning over regulation, jobs and local benefits.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 23Livestock sector can drive Nigeria’s economy – ExpertsBy Gabriel Ewepu It is projected that Nigeria’s livestock sector has a huge potential and holds a projected contribution up to US$32 billion to the country’s Gross Domestic Product, GDP, within the next 10 years if the private sector is properly positioned to drive the sector with the enabling environment provided. Speaking with Vanguard Agrobiz, […] The post Livestock sector can drive Nigeria’s economy – Experts appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 23First Niger Bridge To Reopen Next Week, Says UmahiDavid Umahi, who is he Minister of Works, also ordered the installation of additional solar-powered streetlights and the completion of CCTV cameras, with the surveillance system to be linked to the Second Niger Bridge. The post First Niger Bridge To Reopen Next Week, Says Umahi appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSSep 23Liberia : Commercial Court Orders NOCAL , Finance Ministry Sealed Over US$764 , 762 Debt ; Finance Chief Held in ContemptA commercial court in Liberia has ordered the sealing of NOCAL and the Finance Ministry due to a significant debt, with the finance chief held in contempt. This indicates serious legal and financial issues affecting government operations and a state corporation.frontpageafricaonline.com · Liberia
BUSINESSSep 23Access Bank Kenya’s assets, liabilities to be transferred to National Bank of Kenya“The transfer shall take effect upon the completion of the transaction in accordance with the terms of the Business and Assets Transfer Agreement between the parties,” the statement noted. The post Access Bank Kenya’s assets, liabilities to be transferred to National Bank of Kenya appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23Tinubu says $12m Abuja entrepreneurship centre will support MSMEsThe facility, funded by South Korea through KOICA, is expected to provide training, technology, incubation and other business support to entrepreneurs. The post Tinubu says $12m Abuja entrepreneurship centre will support MSMEs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23MPR Cut: Why cheaper loans may not come soon – ExpertsMr Onakoya, however, said existing contractual agreements could delay the transmission of the lower policy rate to borrowers. The post MPR Cut: Why cheaper loans may not come soon – Experts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23Rate cut positive for markets, analysts sayIn a surprise move on Tuesday, the CBN, at the end of its rate-setting meeting, pared down the benchmark rate to 23 per cent from 26.5 per cent, a push Olayemi Cardoso, the bank’s governor, called “an operational reset” to improve the effectiveness of monetary policy and aid the shift to an inflation-targeting framework. The post Rate cut positive for markets, analysts say appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23MPR cut is positive for markets, analysts sayIn a surprise move on Tuesday, the CBN, at the end of its rate-setting meeting, pared down the benchmark rate to 23 per cent from 26.5 per cent, a push Olayemi Cardoso, the bank’s governor, called “an operational reset” to improve the effectiveness of monetary policy and aid the shift to an inflation-targeting framework. The post MPR cut is positive for markets, analysts say appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23Vodacom-Safaricom: diving into the heart of controversies surrounding the sale of the Kenyan flagshipLa Haute Cour du Kenya a annulé la vente d’une participation de 15 % dans Safaricom à Vodacom, jugeant le processus inconstitutionnel. Un verdict qui relance le débat sur la transparence et le prix de la cession.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESSSep 23MPR cut should bring cheaper credit — MANBy Yinka Kolawole The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, MAN, has urged banks to reduce lending rates to manufacturers following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 350-basis-point cut in the Monetary Policy Rate, MPR, saying lower borrowing costs are essential to reviving investment and production. Director-General of MAN, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, made the call in a statement yesterday, […] The post MPR cut should bring cheaper credit — MAN appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 23Burutu and the unhidden treasures of the Niger Delta blue economy, By Uche IgweThe blue economy opportunities that will be triggered by the proposed rehabilitation and upgrade of the Burutu seaport are immense. It would easily impact countries like Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea. A huge warehouse already exists at the dock to provide dockyard services for the repair and maintenance of light vessels. With its proximity to crude […] The post Burutu and the unhidden treasures of the Niger Delta blue economy, By Uche Igwe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23Fuel under-dispensing: PETROAN orders nationwide meter checksThe Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has ordered its members nationwide to immediately check their dispensing meters following a warning by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) over under-dispensing of petroleum products. PETROAN National President, Billy Gillis-Harry, disclosed this Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief. […] The post Fuel under-dispensing: PETROAN orders nationwide meter checks appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 23Nigeria: TotalEnergies bets $800 million on the Ima gas fieldLe géant pétrolier français a acté sa décision d’investir massivement dans un champ gazier inexploité depuis sa découverte au large de l’île de Bonny il y a près de cinquante ans. Un signal fort pour Bola Tinubu, qui veut faire du pays un hub énergétique continental.Jeune Afrique
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