Nigeria Wastes 62,400GWh of Power as Gas Flaring Surges by 18.6 Percent
Nigeria recorded a 18.6 percent increase in gas flaring between 2024 and 2025, resulting in 62,400 GWh of lost electricity generation potential and $2.2 billion in wasted resources.
July 29, 2026
National Assembly Praises SEC for Financial Discipline and Revenue Gains
The National Assembly has commended the Securities and Exchange Commission for its improved revenue generation and prudent financial management, challenging the agency to surpass its 2026 growth targets.
July 29, 2026
S&P Global Acquires Controlling Interest in Agusto & Co.
S&P Global is set to acquire a majority stake in the Pan-African rating agency Agusto & Co. to improve credit transparency and expand its influence in African debt markets.
July 29, 2026
Fuel Depot Costs Fall as Marketers Reduce Rates by up to N23 per Litre
Petroleum depot prices across Nigeria have trended downward as increased competition among marketers and improved supply from domestic refineries lead to significant rate cuts.
July 29, 2026
Nigeria’s Millionaire Count Drops by 47% Yet Remains Fourth in Africa
Nigeria has seen its millionaire population drop by 47% over the last ten years, yet it remains Africa's fourth-largest market for high-net-worth individuals.
July 29, 2026
Military Officer Murdered in Abuja; Three Detained Following Mob Killing of Plateau Model
A Nigerian Army intelligence officer was killed by gunmen in Abuja, while three suspects were arrested in Plateau State for the fatal mob beating of a 25-year-old model.
July 29, 2026
Study reveals UK experienced largest increase in antisemitic incidents globally
A report from the J7 task force highlights a record rise in antisemitic violence across major global communities, identifying the UK as having the sharpest increase in reported incidents in 2025.
July 29, 2026
President Tinubu Promises Economic Prosperity and Enhanced Security to Catholic Bishops
President Bola Tinubu informed the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria that his administration has successfully stabilized the economy and is actively strengthening security infrastructure to ensure future prosperity.
July 29, 2026
Abuja Court of Appeal Overturns Deregistration of ADC and Four Other Parties
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a ruling that sought to deregister five political parties, including the ADC, labeling the original trial court decision as judicial misconduct.
July 29, 2026
Prime Minister Burnham seeks cross-party dialogue on social care reform
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has invited opposition leaders to discuss social care reform in England, aiming to foster cross-party consensus on a sustainable long-term strategy.
July 29, 2026