Petrol consumption in Nigeria drops to 52.9 million litres daily in November 2025
Nigeria’s daily petrol consumption dipped to an average of 52.9 million litres per day in November 2025, reflecting a notable shift in national fuel demand...
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U.S. delays H-1B and H-4 visa interviews as new online screening rules take effect
The United States has begun postponing large numbers of H-1B and H-4 visa interviews as consular posts prepare to roll out new online screening requirements,...
ECOWAS declares state of emergency over rising coups in West Africa
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a state of emergency across West Africa following a surge in military coups and attempted...
Korrency enters the UK Market, strengthening Africa’s $10.8 Billion Remittance Corridor
Korrency has officially launched in the UK, expanding its modern cross-border payments platform to one of the world’s largest remittance corridors, enabling fast, transparent transfers...
Nigeria Soft Drinks Market: Structure, Pricing, and Future Growth
Nigeria’s soft drink market is one of Africa’s most dynamic consumer sectors, dominated by carbonated drinks with 81% share, while non-carbonated beverages such as juices,...
SEC launches spoken-word version of ISA 2025 to boost public awareness
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday launched the spoken-word version of the Investments and Securities Act 2025 (ISA 2025), aimed at enhancing public understanding...
Nigeria generated $62 million from airline ticket taxes in 2024 – IATA
Nigeria generated $62 million from airline ticket taxes in 2024, contributing to the broader $1.97 billion collected across Africa during the period. The country’s earnings...
Dangote refinery, stronger Naira driving petrol prices down — Oil marketers explain
The recent drop in petrol prices across Nigeria has been attributed to increased domestic refining by Dangote Refinery, a strengthening naira, and improved supply chain...
Benin Army foils coup attempt after soldiers seize state television
Benin Republic’s government says security forces have successfully foiled an attempted coup after a group of soldiers appeared on national television announcing that they had...
Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashes in Niger State
A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft crashed on Saturday near Karabonde, a small settlement in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The incident occurred around 4:00 p.m.,...