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Nigerian artists record multiple wins at 2026 AFRIMA

Nigerian artists record multiple wins at 2026 AFRIMA

The 2026 AFRIMA (All Africa Music Awards) reinforced Nigeria’s grip on the continent’s music scene, with Nigerian artists emerging as…
EU removes Nigeria from high-risk financial list after AML reforms

EU removes Nigeria from high-risk financial list after AML reforms

Nigeria has been removed from the European Union’s list of high-risk jurisdictions, a regulatory classification that subjects transactions involving the…
FG mandates 7.5% VAT on bank and fintech service charges

FG mandates 7.5% VAT on bank and fintech service charges

The Federal Government has moved to tighten tax collection in Nigeria’s fast-growing digital payments space, directing bank and fintech companies…
Nigeria’s power output slumps as plants run at just 38% capacity

Nigeria’s power output slumps as plants run at just 38% capacity

Nigeria’s power supply came under renewed strain in December 2025 as most power plants connected to the national grid ran…
Nigeria’s urban population projected to hit 264 million by 2050

Nigeria’s urban population projected to hit 264 million by 2050

Nigeria’s cities are on course for a massive urban population surge that will reshape the country’s economy, housing needs and…
Staple food prices ease across markets as cooking oils remain costly

Staple food prices ease across markets as cooking oils remain costly

Food prices across Nigeria showed early signs of relief in January as prices of key staples eased in several markets,…
Sugary drinks put children’s hearts at risk, expert warns

Sugary drinks put children’s hearts at risk, expert warns

As schools resume across Nigeria and parents begin restocking lunch boxes and snack packs, health experts are raising fresh concerns…
NiMet warns of dust haze, thunderstorms across Nigeria

NiMet warns of dust haze, thunderstorms across Nigeria

Nigeria is set to experience a mix of dust haze, cloudiness, and isolated thunderstorms over the next three days as…
7.2 million Nigerians face uncertainty as US exits key UN agencies

7.2 million Nigerians face uncertainty as US exits key UN agencies

Nigeria is facing fresh uncertainty across key health and humanitarian programmes following a sweeping decision by the United States to…
Power exports under strain as Togo, Niger and Benin owe Nigeria ₦25.36bn for electricity

Power exports under strain as Togo, Niger and Benin owe Nigeria ₦25.36bn for electricity

Nigeria is grappling with persistent electricity shortages at home, yet neighbouring countries supplied through cross-border power arrangements are collectively owing…
Nigeria’s economy stabilises on paper as poverty deepens, PwC warns

Nigeria’s economy stabilises on paper as poverty deepens, PwC warns

Nigeria is entering a troubling phase where economic stabilisation efforts are beginning to show results in macroeconomic indicators, but household…
E-hailing drivers face double commission as VAT enforcement raises concerns

E-hailing drivers face double commission as VAT enforcement raises concerns

As Nigeria enters 2026, e-hailing drivers are confronting an unexpected financial challenge. Members of the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters…
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