Business

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled a far-reaching regulatory framework designed to address the country’s persistent cash access challenges and reduce Nigerians’ growing dependence on Point-of-Sale (PoS) agents. …

Dangote Cement Plc has inducted almost 200 newly trained engineers and other professionals into its workforce following the successful completion of its Graduate Trainee Program, reaffirming the company’s commitment to …

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it has begun enforcement on the ban of production and sale of alcohol in sachets and pet bottle …

The International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA) has criticized the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2025 Global Report on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Taxes, which urges governments to significantly raise taxes on …

Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has announced an ambitious Vision 2030 strategy aimed at fast‑tracking Africa’s industrialisation, strengthening economic self‑sufficiency, and empowering the continent’s next generation.  President of the Group, Aliko …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its growth forecast for Nigeria to 4.4 per cent in 2026, citing improved macroeconomic conditions and reform momentum. The Fund disclosed this in …

The Kano business community and the nation at large have been thrown into mourning following the death of Bature Abdulaziz, a prominent businessman and highly respected community leader from Kano. …

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Kano State Chapter, has pledged to support women online vendors with interest-free loans, office accommodation and capacity-building programmes aimed at improving their businesses. The Chairman …

Dangote Cement Plc has celebrated its top distributors and customers with N15 billion worth of rewards for their continued loyalty, resilience, and outstanding performance. The 2026 Distributors’ Awards Night, held …

Banks and Financial Technology (Fintech) firms are to take Value Added Tax (VAT) on certain electronic banking charges from 19 January 2026. Charges on mobile banking and Unstructured Supplementary Service …