U.S. and Nigerian forces have launched additional coordinated airstrikes against Islamic State targets in northeastern Nigeria as both countries intensify military operations aimed at weakening extremist...
The Dollar to Naira black market exchange rate strengthened slightly on Monday, May 18th, 2026, as renewed demand for foreign currency emerged at the start of...
The Nigerian stock market closed the week ended May 15, 2026 on a positive note as the All-Share Index (ASI) advanced by 2.27 percent to settle...
Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc recorded a strong first-quarter (Q1) performance in 2026 as rising interest income, expanding loan portfolio and higher operating income lifted profitability...
Jaiz Bank Plc recorded a stronger financial performance in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 as higher financing and investment income lifted profitability despite rising operating...
Escalating tensions in the Middle East and prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are driving renewed volatility across the global oil market as Brent crude...
Visa has partnered First Bank of Nigeria Limited to expand access to electronic payment services across Nigeria following the launch of a new Naira Visa Debit...
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has launched a new Naira Visa Debit Card designed to support both local and international transactions as the bank deepens its...
Africa’s persistent infrastructure deficit continues to constrain economic growth, limit industrial expansion and weaken the continent’s ability to create jobs for its rapidly growing population despite...
Tony O. Elumelu has called for a fundamental shift in Africa’s development strategy, urging leaders and global partners to move away from aid dependency and focus...