Edun Pledges Fair and Balanced Capital Gains Tax to Sustain Investor Confidence and Market Growth.
In a recent address to capital market stakeholders, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, offered important reassurances about the government’s plans surrounding the proposed changes to the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) regime. In doing so, he sought to allay fears among brokers, investors, and market operators that the tax reform […]
FG Sets Up Inter-Ministerial Committee to Enforce Nationwide Ban on Single-Use Plastics
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu The Federal Government has taken a decisive step in the fight against environmental pollution by setting up an inter-ministerial committee to enforce the nationwide ban on single-use plastics. Officially inaugurated on November 11, 2025, the Inter-Ministerial Committee on the Ban of Single-Use Plastics is charged with coordinating policy implementation and monitoring […]
Tinubu Moves to Secure the Return of Ekweremadu to Nigeria
Ike Ekweremadu, former Senate President In a significant diplomatic move, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has initiated discussions with the United Kingdom to secure the transfer of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu to Nigeria so that he can serve out his prison term in the country rather than remain incarcerated in the UK. Ike […]
Eko Electricity Distribution Company Re Affirms Free Pre Paid Meters Policy, Warns Against Fraudsters
Officials of the Eko Disco during a press conference in Lagos The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko DisCo) has reaffirmed a “zero-cost” policy for the installation of prepaid meters across its franchise area, reinforcing the message that no fees should ever be demanded from customers for processing, registration or installation. This call comes as the […]
Rekhiat Momoh: The New Managing Director of Eko DisCo
Rekhiat Momoh Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko DisCo) has officially appointed Rekhiat Momoh as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, following a period in which she served in an acting capacity. Her confirmation marks an important leadership transition for one of Nigeria’s largest and most influential electricity distribution companies, especially at a time […]
Sponsored: Mama Home: Where Your Kitchen Meets Quality & Style
Every great home begins in the kitchen — a place where meals are created, memories are shared and families gather. At Mama Home, this belief is at the heart of everything they do. As a proudly Nigerian kitchen-appliance brand, Mama Home is committed to offering high-quality, stylish and durable appliances designed to elevate your cooking […]
2025 Lagos International Trade Fair:Over 3000 Exhibitors Converge at TBS. (1 million visitors expected)
LCCI hosts Lagos International Trade Fair The 2025 Lagos International Trade Fair is set to hold from 7–16 November 2025 at the historic Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos. Organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), the fair remains one of the most prominent business events in West Africa, attracting exhibitors, investors and […]
Full List: 50 Exemptions and Relief Under the New Tax Reform Law.
Taiwo Oyedele The Nigerian government, under recent tax reform legislation, has sought to shift the tax burden away from low-income individuals and small businesses, while broadening the tax base, simplifying administration and encouraging investment. One of the core objectives is to “not tax poverty” by exempting very low-income earners and curtailing nuisance levies. At the […]
Naira In 2025: Stability Amid Pressure and Volatility
Despite pressure, volatility and uncertainty, The Naira has shown resilience as it navigates sporadic local and international economic environments in 2025. Robust Monetary Policy and lower inflation rate are two factors within immediate reach that would contribute to a sustained stability & appreciation of the naira in the coming months. The performance of the Nigerian […]
Stock Market Report for Tuesday, October 14, 2025:
The Nigerian equity market showed quiet and mixed performance on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, with the benchmark NGX All-Share Index (ASI) ending the day nearly flat, underscoring subdued investor conviction. Index and Market Overview By the close, the NGX ASI dipped just 6.3 points to 147,710.96, a marginal decline from its previous level. Market capitalization […]