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BUSINESS2h agoFood Security: Abiodun unveils support package for 10,000 Ogun farmersUnder the initiative, 2,000 rice farmers will receive two bags of fertiliser and one bag of urea each, while 8,000 cassava farmers will receive the same quantities of fertiliser and urea in addition to 1,200 Android phones The post Food Security: Abiodun unveils support package for 10,000 Ogun farmers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS4h agoDelta: Train that keeps disappearing; Ujevwu-Itakpe and the people left waitingAt Ujevwu, the railway tracks remain. Steel lines stretch into the distance, cutting through the landscape like a promise that was supposed to endure The post Delta: Train that keeps disappearing; Ujevwu-Itakpe and the people left waiting appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS12h agoWorld Bank’s $5.79 billion financing will boost ongoing business expansion efforts – TinubuThe president hailed the World Bank’s push in an X post on Friday, noting that Nigeria has introduced economic reforms to build a stronger foundation for investment and give more Nigerians the opportunity to earn better livelihoods. The post World Bank’s $5.79 billion financing will boost ongoing business expansion efforts – Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS12h agoNaira Depreciation: Onafriq exits Nigeria’s agent bankingBy Juliet Umeh Pan-African technology company, Onafriq, has announced plans to wind down its agent banking business in Nigeria, operated under the Baxi brand by Onafriq Nigeria Payments Limited, citing inflation, naira depreciation and intensifying competition. The company said the economic pressures had increased operating costs and affected transaction volumes, while the rapid growth of […] The post Naira Depreciation: Onafriq exits Nigeria’s agent banking appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS13h agoN156 Billion Debt Recovery Suit: Stallion Group appeals ruling upholding UBA’s appointment of receiver/managerIn a statement issued on Friday and seen by PREMIUM TIMES, the group noted that it vehemently disagrees with the ruling and will pursue the appeal vigorously. The post N156 Billion Debt Recovery Suit: Stallion Group appeals ruling upholding UBA’s appointment of receiver/manager appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS15h agoIn Kenya, the cancellation of the Vodafone-Safaricom deal threatens to weigh on the country's financesLe Kenya fait face à une grave crise budgétaire et réglementaire après l’annulation de la vente d’une participation de 15 % de Safaricom à Vodacom. L’État risque de devoir rembourser 1,9 milliard de dollars.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESS15h agoLagos Begins 35-Day Ozumba Mbadiwe road repairs MondayBy Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government will begin a 35-day rehabilitation of Ozumba Mbadiwe Road on Monday, October 19, 2026, prompting the release of alternative routes to ease traffic during the construction period. The rehabilitation will cover the stretch from the Adetokunbo Ademola/Civic Centre junction to Samuel Manuwa/BJ junction. The Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun […] The post Lagos Begins 35-Day Ozumba Mbadiwe road repairs Monday appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS15h agoNorthern Ghana Water Gets US$363M PackageNorthern Ghana is set to receive a US$363 million package for water infrastructure. This significant investment aims to address water access and development in the region.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
BUSINESS15h agoThe artisanal miners behind Nigeria’s lithium boomNasarawa is at the heart of Nigeria’s lithium boom, where artisanal miners hope to benefit from the clean energy race.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESS16h agoUnited Nigeria Airlines plans N20 billion commercial paper issuanceAccording to the airline, the proposed issuance is part of its strategy to strengthen its financial position while expanding operations across domestic, regional, and international markets. The post United Nigeria Airlines plans N20 billion commercial paper issuance appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS17h agoNigeria : Coca - Cola Nigeria Contributed $1 Billion Across Value Chain Coca-Cola Nigeria has reportedly contributed $1 billion across its value chain within the country. This highlights the significant economic impact of the company's operations in the region.allafrica.com · Nigeria
BUSINESS17h agoCustoms deepens security partnerships to combat smuggling, protect revenueBy Godwin Oritse The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone/Akwa Ibom Area Command, has intensified efforts to combat smuggling, strengthen border and maritime security, and facilitate legitimate trade through closer collaboration with security agencies and private-sector operators. The Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller, Dr Nkiru Nwala, led delegations to the 13 […] The post Customs deepens security partnerships to combat smuggling, protect revenue appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS17h agoFintech firm Onafriq to close Nigeria agent banking businessOnafriq said the decision affects only its agent banking business in Nigeria and does not represent an exit from the Nigerian market. The post Fintech firm Onafriq to close Nigeria agent banking business appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS17h agoBGFI: Henri-Claude Oyima succeeds in his bet on the stock market introduction in two phasesL’introduction en Bourse de BGFI Holding Corporation franchit un cap avec une deuxième phase largement sursouscrite. Après l’ouverture timide au grand public, les investisseurs professionnels ont accueilli l’opération avec plus d’enthousiasme.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESS17h agoNESG Urges FG To Cut Production Cost To Tackle InflationIt also called for policies that would attract more foreign direct investment to support long-term productive activities. The post NESG Urges FG To Cut Production Cost To Tackle Inflation appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESS18h agoHow BDEAC succeeded in its gamble on international markets despite its fragilitiesEn mobilisant 222 millions de dollars sur les marchés internationaux de capitaux, la banque régionale entend élargir ses ressources et soutenir le financement des économies de la Cemac. Mais le coût de cette opération et les fragilités financières de l’institution soulignent l’ampleur du chantier qui reste à accomplir.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESS18h agoPIA Working: Groups hail NNPCL Boss Ojulari over N7.2tr Profit, N66 fuel discountBy John Alechenu, Abuja Civil society groups have scored the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, high on implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act, PIA. The Parliamentary Support Network and allied groups said Ojulari’s leadership has translated PIA into tangible benefits for Nigerians. Speaking at […] The post PIA Working: Groups hail NNPCL Boss Ojulari over N7.2tr Profit, N66 fuel discount appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS19h agoNigeria’s metering rate jumps to 63% as unmetered electricity customers drop to 4.7 millionMetered customers in Nigeria increased from 7,903,819 in July to 8,045,565 in August, the data showed, representing a 1.8 per cent increase. The post Nigeria’s metering rate jumps to 63% as unmetered electricity customers drop to 4.7 million appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS19h agoFinancing Africa Sustainable FutureThe article discusses the financing of a sustainable future for Africa. This subject is important for exploring economic development and environmental strategies across the continent.cnbcafrica.com · South Africa
BUSINESS21h agoEFCC arraigns Kano businessman over alleged ₦34.8 million spaghetti fraudThe suspect faces one charge of criminal misappropriation altogether ₦34,875,000. The post EFCC arraigns Kano businessman over alleged ₦34.8 million spaghetti fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESS23h agoCocoa: why the alliance between Ivory Coast and Ghana is falteringL’association nouée en 2018 entre Abidjan et Accra pour peser sur le marché mondial du cacao montre des signes d’essoufflement. Ce tandem vacille alors que les deux pays sont sous pression pour renforcer la traçabilité de leurs fèves.Jeune Afrique