Interview: Naira Stability May be Tested By Global Oil Crisis.
Mr Bolaji Soneye By Uche Vera In this Interview, Mr Bolaji Soneye, the Managing Director of Flotrade, a Lagos Based Foreign Exchange Firm talks on the unification of the Naira and how it has emerged as one of the biggest drivers of the Naira performance. He also spoke on the war in Iran and how […]
Customs to End Routine Physical Cargo Inspection By December.
By Uche Ikebudu Nigeria’s customs authorities have announced plans to phase out routine physical inspections of cargo at ports across the country by December, a move aimed at modernising clearance processes and reducing delays in the movement of goods. The decision was disclosed by the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, during […]
Agiville Industries Limited: Quality Assurance, Innovation and Customer Satisfaction are the Pillars of the Agiville Brand
By Uche Ikebudu Agiville Industries Limited is a proudly Nigerian manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality plastic products that support environmental sanitation, sustainable living, and everyday convenience. Over the years, the company has built a strong reputation as a reliable producer of durable waste management solutions and plastic furniture designed to meet the needs of […]
Mallam Kasimu Garba Kurfi, The MD of APT Securities and Funds Limited Talks on the GDP Growth, Economic Reforms, MPR Among Other Issues
Mallam Kasimu Garba Kurfi, MD, APT Securities and Funds Limited. By Uche Ikebudu Q: The GDP growth increased by 4.07 percent in Q4 2025. And Q2 2025, the GDP grew by 4.23 percent. This is the highest GDP growth in 10 years.What’s your take on the GDP growth trend and the economic reform policies of […]
World Bank MD Hails Nigeria as Global Reference Point for Steady, Credible Reforms
Anna Bjerde, World Bank MD By Uche Vera ABUJA — Nigeria has become a frequent global reference point for steady and credible reform leadership, according to Anna Bjerde, the Managing Director (MD) for Operations at the World Bank. Bjerde made the statement on Tuesday during a visit to the State House in Abuja, where she […]
US Deplys Ground Troops to Nigeria in Expanded Security Cooperation
Us Troops on Ground in Nigeria By Uche Vera United States of America has deployed a contingent of ground troops to Nigeria, marking the first official acknowledgment of U.S. military personnel on Nigerian soil in recent history, officials confirmed on Tuesday. The deployment was announced by General Dagvin Anderson Commander of the United States Africa […]
Telcos to Invest ₦1.4trn in Nationwide Network Expansion
By Uche VeraTelecommunications operators in Nigeria are set to invest approximately ₦1.4 trillion in expanding their network infrastructure, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has disclosed. The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, made this known while speaking at a stakeholder forum, stating that the planned investment would be directed at strengthening network […]
Banks Recapitalisation : The Race Intensifies Ahead of March 2026 Deadline
By Olukemi Odoh In a bid to fortify Nigeria’s banking sector and position it for deeper financial intermediation, greater resilience, and broader economic support, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) initiated a sweeping bank recapitalisation exercise that has been unfolding since 2024. This regulatory reform represents one of the most consequential overhauls of the financial […]
Micro Insurance Gains Ground as Nigeria Pushes for Financial Inclusion
Microinsurance is gaining traction in Nigeria as insurers, regulators and fintech firms expand low-cost coverage to low-income households, supporting financial inclusion, health access and economic resilience. By Olukemi Odoh Microinsurance is steadily emerging as a critical pillar of Nigeria’s drive to expand financial inclusion and protect low-income households from economic shocks, even as challenges around […]
The 2025 Insurance Industry Act: Everything You Need to Know.
NAICOM The new Insurance Industry Reform Act marks a major reset for Nigeria’s insurance sector. Stronger capital rules and governance standards aim to protect policyholders and boost confidence. Its success will depend on careful and timely implementation By Uche Vera In a move hailed by government officials and industry players as a landmark overhaul, President […]