Coronation Insurance Plc has renewed its plan to buy out minority shareholders and delist from the NGX. The insurer resubmitted its application to the SEC after resolving regulatory hurdles that had stalled the process for nearly three years.
The NCC has demanded improved call and internet reliability from Nigerian telecom operators, citing over 6,500 network interventions in 2026 and 75 million subscribers compensated for poor service.
FG releases N38.93bn to 166 tertiary institutions nationwide under the Needs Assessment Revitalisation Fund to address infrastructure deficits and improve learning facilities.
FG proposes N100.5 billion reimbursement to Yobe State for an airport project, drawing criticism over spending priorities while education and healthcare sectors face significant challenges.
Africa Prudential Plc's nine-month profit surged 31% to N2.69 billion, boosted by a 46% rise in interest income. The company also saw strong revenue growth despite increased operating costs.
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Oyo State includes economic abuse, trapping women through financial control. Survivors urgently need support and access to resources, but awareness of available help remains low.
AfDB secures $2.5 billion in a dollar bond issuance, with investor orders reaching $4.8 billion, nearly double the amount sought. This funding will bolster development operations across Africa.
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo, has passed away at 96. She was a renowned sociologist and advocate for women's rights.
An opinion piece questions NAFDAC's effectiveness in protecting Nigerians from unsafe products. Despite its mandate, poison persists in markets, raising concerns about regulatory oversight and enforcement.
NSIA launches $300 million Distributed Renewable Energy Fund to boost power access in Nigeria. The initiative partners with Africa50 and SEforALL to bring renewable energy solutions to underserved populations.
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) students are facing significant delays and systemic issues with examination results, impacting academic progression. Concerns are also high regarding Computer-Based Tests (CBT) due to persistent glitches and poor examination conditions.
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has proposed a 200% gratuity increase for retired police officers as part of efforts to tackle pension challenges. A presidential committee is currently reviewing the proposal, which aims to link retirement benefits to last salaries.
Borno NDC sacks House of Assembly candidate, Mohammed Bunu, for allegedly campaigning for rival party's presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Campaign materials with ADC logo were cited as evidence of anti-party activities.
Investors are demanding N100.35 million back from the CBN after the apex bank suspended new finance house licence applications 15 months ago. The funds were paid for Coin Finance Company Ltd, and investors want their capital deposit, fees, and interest returned.
A hotel worker has died in Abuja following a physical confrontation with a tiler in the Utako District. The suspect, Samuel Net, has been arrested by the FCT Police Command. Police were alerted to suspicious activity before discovering the victim unconscious.
Nigeria's net foreign exchange flows reached $22.5bn in Q2 2026, the highest since late 2019. This increase was driven by a significant drop in dollar outflows, which more than offset a slight decrease in total inflows, leading to more FX retained within the economy.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is being called the next Victoria Island by Palton Morgan Holdings CMO. Significant property development and economic growth are anticipated along this corridor.
Seven bodies recovered following a boat accident in Rivers State's Kula waterways. The incident involved a speedboat carrying 15 people, resulting in seven fatalities and eight rescues.
Banks and Interswitch are promoting phone taps for faster, more secure payments in Nigeria using tokenisation technology. This allows customers to pay by tapping compatible phones at terminals, replacing traditional card details with a unique token.
Nigerian states spent N800.42bn servicing debt in H1 2026, a 39.5% increase from H1 2025. Debt servicing outpaced revenue growth for many states, with 10 owing more than their IGR.
