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BUSINESSSep 24Crude supply to Nigerian refineries rises 17% in August — NMDPRABy Obas Esiedesa, Abuja ABUJA — Crude oil receipts by Nigerian domestic refineries increased by 17 per cent in August 2026, rising to 683,000 barrels per day (b/d) from 585,000 b/d recorded in July, according to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The increase was contained in the Authority’s August 2026 Midstream […] The post Crude supply to Nigerian refineries rises 17% in August — NMDPRA appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Nigeria, US agree to increase mining investment"Nigeria cannot remain a source of raw materials while others capture most of the value," Alake said on social media. "We want more local processing, quality jobs, stronger skills and greater opportunities for Nigerian businesses." The post Nigeria, US agree to increase mining investment appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 24Nigeria targets deeper economic ties with Saudi ArabiaBy Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja ABUJA — The Federal Government has signalled plans to deepen Nigeria’s economic relationship with Saudi Arabia, with greater emphasis on agriculture, energy, investment, aviation, financial technology and trade. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday at a reception marking the 96th National Day […] The post Nigeria targets deeper economic ties with Saudi Arabia 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 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 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 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 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
BUSINESSSep 23PUBG MOBILE launches Version 4.6 in Nigeria with Magixx Collaboration and PMNC 2026 FinalsThe latest Version 4.6 takes players into a darker battleground with the arrival of the Vampire Hunters theme, adding a supernatural twist to the popular PUBG MOBILE battle royale experience. The post PUBG MOBILE launches Version 4.6 in Nigeria with Magixx Collaboration and PMNC 2026 Finals appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 23Tinubu Hails $800m Ima FID As Nigeria Unlocks Five-Decade-Old Gas Resourcethe Ima gas project marks the fourth major gas project to reach Final Investment Decision since President Tinubu assumed office, following the Iseni, Ubeta, and HI FIDs. The post Tinubu Hails $800m Ima FID As Nigeria Unlocks Five-Decade-Old Gas Resource appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSSep 23Nigerian newspapers review: Experts divided over CBN’s 3% interest rate slashIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with mixed reactions to the Central Bank of Nigeria's three per cent interest rate cut, as the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) was reduced from 26.5 per cent to 23 per cent. The post Nigerian newspapers review: Experts divided over CBN’s 3% interest rate slash appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 23Nigeria’s financial inclusion reaches 79% — EFInABy Matthew Johnson The Enhancing Financial Inclusion and Advancement (EFInA) has released its ninth Access to Financial Services in Nigeria (A2F) Survey, showing that 79% of Nigerian adults use a financial product or service. Formal inclusion reached 73%, exceeding the 70% target under the National Financial Inclusion Strategy. EFInA’s Board Chair, Dr Agnes Olatokunbo Martins, […] The post Nigeria’s financial inclusion reaches 79% — EFInA appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 23Nigeria’s population tripled without economic expansion since Shagari era — Duke…Links hardship, social unrest to failure of productivity Former Cross River State governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, said yesterday Nigeria’s economy has effectively shrunk since the Second Republic because government spending and productive capacity have failed to grow in line with the country’s population.Duke said Nigeria was still operating […] The post Nigeria’s population tripled without economic expansion since Shagari era — Duke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 22Nigeria hits 18.8 million flights, ranks Africa’s fourth-largest marketFAAN said passenger traffic and airline capacity are expanding, but infrastructure and operating costs continue to constrain Nigeria’s aviation potential. The post Nigeria hits 18.8 million flights, ranks Africa’s fourth-largest market appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 22Multiple FX windows cost Nigeria 3% of GDP – CBNCBN said its previous reforms have improved Nigeria's macroeconomic conditions, and the latest policy reset is intended to strengthen how monetary policy operates without abandoning its focus on inflation. The post Multiple FX windows cost Nigeria 3% of GDP – CBN appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 22Nigeria’s aviation market ranks fourth in Africa – FAANBy Dickson Omobola Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has said the country’s aviation market ranks as the fourth-largest in Africa, with more than 18.8 million domestic and international passengers recorded in 2025. FAAN said the country’s passenger traffic increased by 11.9 per cent year-on-year in 2025, adding that the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in […] The post Nigeria’s aviation market ranks fourth in Africa – FAAN appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 22Nigeria’s population tripled without corresponding economic expansion since Shagari era -Duke*Links hardship, social unrest to failure of productivity Former Cross River state governor and presidential candidate of Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Donald Duke, said yesterday Nigeria’s economy has effectively shrunk since the Second Republic because government spending and productive capacity have failed to grow in line with the country’s population.Duke said Nigeria was still operating […] The post Nigeria’s population tripled without corresponding economic expansion since Shagari era -Duke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 22Nigerian newspapers review: 22 firms on NGX face debt exposure of N21.3trnIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with about 22 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) carrying varying levels of debt, totalling N21.3 trillion in the second quarter of 2026, as they seek to finance their operations and generate profits. The post Nigerian newspapers review: 22 firms on NGX face debt exposure of N21.3trn appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 22OPay at 8 : Still okay , still moving Nigeria forwardOPay is celebrating its 8th anniversary, continuing its operations and contribution to Nigeria's progress.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 22Chief Ojugbana weighs in on Dangote IPO, urges Nigerians to embrace opportunities responsiblyBy Austin Obi Revered nobleman and elder statesman, Chief F.E. Ojugbana has described the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Initial Public Offering, IPO, as a significant development for Nigeria’s capital market and an opportunity for Nigerians to participate in the country’s expanding private-sector industrial base. The IPO opened on September 14, offering 4.1 billion ordinary […] The post Chief Ojugbana weighs in on Dangote IPO, urges Nigerians to embrace opportunities responsibly appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 22OPay at 8: Still okay, still moving Nigeria forwardOPay continues to build, innovate, serve and expand, using technology to make financial services simpler, more accessible, and more inclusive for Nigerians, eight years after starting operation in Nigeria The post OPay at 8: Still okay, still moving Nigeria forward appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times