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BUSINESSAug 31Nigeria’s GDP grows 4.4% in Q2 2026 — NBSBy Elizabeth Adegbesan ABUJA — Nigeria’s economy grew by 4.4 per cent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, up from the 4.2 per cent recorded in the corresponding period of 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said on Monday. The growth was driven by improved performances in both the oil and non-oil sectors […] The post Nigeria’s GDP grows 4.4% in Q2 2026 — NBS appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 31PZ Cussons Nigeria to pay shareholders N9.9 billion dividend after four-year pauseThe compensation package also offers an alternative of receiving shares instead of dividends to those who prefer increasing their existing holdings in the company to taking immediate cash rewards. The post PZ Cussons Nigeria to pay shareholders N9.9 billion dividend after four-year pause appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 31Zenith Bank, MTN Nigeria, AXA Mansard top stock pick this weekThis is not a buy, sell or hold recommendation but a stock investment guide. You may need to involve your financial advisor before taking investment decisions. The post Zenith Bank, MTN Nigeria, AXA Mansard top stock pick this week appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 31FTSE Russell reclassification, opportunity to deepen Nigeria’s market — NGX Group CEOThe confirmation of Nigeria’s return to FTSE Russell’s Frontier Market universe creates an opportunity to deepen the country’s capital market, broaden international participation and mobilise more long-term capital for Nigerian businesses, Temi Popoola, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NGX Group, has said. FTSE Russell has confirmed that Nigeria’s reclassification from Unclassified to Frontier Market […] The post FTSE Russell reclassification, opportunity to deepen Nigeria’s market — NGX Group CEO appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 31Steel imports bleed Nigeria’s economyNigeria spent over N1 trillion on steel importation in 2025, according to available data from the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS. The post Steel imports bleed Nigeria’s economy appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 30Nigeria records $947m remittances in July, nears $1bn monthly targetBy Babajide Komolafe LAGOS — Nigeria recorded $947 million in remittance inflows through International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in July 2026, the highest monthly inflow ever recorded through formal channels, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The figure brings the apex bank closer to its $1 billion monthly remittance target set by Governor […] The post Nigeria records $947m remittances in July, nears $1bn monthly target appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 30EnergyNet bets on Nigeria’s reforms with global investors’ platformAs global investors search for new destinations for energy, mining and infrastructure capital, EnergyNet believes Nigeria is ready to tell a different investment story, one built on reforms, partnerships and bankable projects rather than unrealised potential. The post EnergyNet bets on Nigeria’s reforms with global investors’ platform appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 30Keyamo Backs Review Of Nigeria - Germany Air PactKeyamo has expressed support for a review of the air pact between Nigeria and Germany. This involves policy discussions regarding international agreements.leadership.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29Moody upgrades Nigeria outlook to positive on stronger external buffersMoody's has upgraded Nigeria's outlook to 'positive,' citing stronger external buffers. This reflects an improved financial assessment for the country.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29Moody’s upgrades Nigeria’s outlook to “positive” on stronger external buffersIn a rating action published on Friday, the agency also alluded to Nigeria’s vibrant economic growth, backed by relative stability across macroeconomic indicators, among its key considerations for the upgrade. The post Moody’s upgrades Nigeria’s outlook to “positive” on stronger external buffers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 29Nigeria : Domestic production gets boost as VP Shettima heads FG committeeNigeria's Vice President Shettima will lead a federal government committee aimed at boosting domestic production. This indicates a government initiative to stimulate the national economy.blueprint.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29How Nigeria lost Adidas, Puma sponsorship deals — Pinnick“I was utterly flabbergasted when I got the letter from Adidas. A few weeks or a few months into my being NFF president, they were leaving,” Pinnick said. The post How Nigeria lost Adidas, Puma sponsorship deals — Pinnick appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29The subsidy trap : What Nigeria would be reversing , By Akeem BelloThis article discusses the "subsidy trap" and what Nigeria aims to reverse, according to an analysis by Akeem Bello. It addresses a significant economic policy challenge faced by the country.premiumtimesng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29Nigeria Remains Junk - Rated As Moody Turns PositiveNigeria retains its junk bond rating despite a positive outlook from Moody's. This indicates a mixed assessment of the country's economic stability and investment potential.naija247news.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29DAZN secures LaLiga rights for Sub-Saharan Africa, including NigeriaSports streaming platform DAZN has secured the rights to broadcast every LaLiga EA Sports match across Sub-Saharan Africa for the next three seasons, covering Nigeria and 47 other markets in the region. The post DAZN secures LaLiga rights for Sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 29Nigeria’s solar expansion not captured in official data – ReportThe report noted that Africa’s solar expansion is happening faster than official statistics indicate, largely because the rapid growth of distributed solar is difficult to measure and record. The post Nigeria’s solar expansion not captured in official data – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 29MTN Nigeria’s independent director, Kola-Oyeneyin, to exit boardThe telecommunications giant noted that Mrs Kola-Oyeneyin’s exit will take effect from 31 August, although MTN did not state the reason for her exit in the regulatory filing. The post MTN Nigeria’s independent director, Kola-Oyeneyin, to exit board appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 29‘708.55GB gone’ — Nigerian lawyer threatens to sue MTN over rapid data lossA Nigerian lawyer, Zaenab Olawunmi Adams, has demanded an explanation from telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria over the alleged rapid depletion of her 800GB annual data plan. The post ‘708.55GB gone’ — Nigerian lawyer threatens to sue MTN over rapid data loss appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29Nigeria seeks investment in oil and gas sector at China energy exhibitionNigerian delegation heading to China as part of the country's push for investment in its oil and gas sector. The post Nigeria seeks investment in oil and gas sector at China energy exhibition appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSAug 29FG Deploys NASENI NSEP to Boost Livelihoods , Productivity Across Nigeria – THISDAYLIVEThe Nigerian Federal Government is deploying NASENI NSEP to enhance livelihoods and productivity across the country, indicating a national development initiative.thisdaylive.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 29Nigerian firm launches dual platforms to transform healthcare, transportation sectorsBy Olayinka Latona In a move to address two of Nigeria’s most pressing challenges, HoneyTreat Global Services Limited has unveiled groundbreaking digital platforms designed to revolutionise healthcare delivery and transportation safety across the nation. The official launch of QwikCare and Sur-DriveHT, held in Ikeja, Lagos, with the theme: ‘Beyond The Challenges, Technology leads The Way’, […] The post Nigerian firm launches dual platforms to transform healthcare, transportation sectors appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 28Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — ExpertBy Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor A Nigerian chemical engineer, Godswill Chidiebere Agomuo, has called for increased local formulation and production of specialised oilfield chemicals, saying the move could reduce operating costs, promote technology transfer and strengthen Nigeria’s technical capacity in the oil and gas industry. At an estimated average of about $40 per barrel, Nigeria’s […] The post Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — Expert appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 28Nigeria, Niger Customs administrations deepen cooperation to boost border tradeBy Godwin Oritse The Customs administrations of Nigeria and Niger Republic are currently engaged in discussions to address challenges hampering trade along the Kamba–Tungan Gyado border corridor. Recall that a trade delegation from the Nigerien Customs (Douanes du Niger) was recently hosted by the Nigeria Customs Service at the Command Headquarters in Abuja to deliberate […] The post Nigeria, Niger Customs administrations deepen cooperation to boost border trade appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSAug 28Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — EngineerBy Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor A Nigerian chemical engineer, Godswill Chidiebere Agomuo, has called for increased local formulation and production of specialised oilfield chemicals, saying the move could reduce operating costs, promote technology transfer and strengthen Nigeria’s technical capacity in the oil and gas industry. At an estimated average of about $40 per barrel, Nigeria’s […] The post Nigeria can cut oil production costs with local chemicals — Engineer appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria