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Foreign Portfolio Inflows Into Nigeria’s Stock Market Jump 846% to Over ₦1 Trillion

Foreign portfolio inflows into Nigeria’s stock market have surged dramatically, rising by an unprecedented 846 percent to over ₦1 trillion, signaling renewed confidence in the country’s equities market and broader economy. According to the latest data from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), total foreign inflows reached ₦1.03 trillion as of September 2025, compared to ₦108.93 …

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China’s $450 Million Steel Investment Signals a New Era for Nigeria’s Industrial Growth

Nigeria’s industrial landscape is witnessing a defining moment as China’s Stellar Steel Group, in partnership with Inner Galaxy Group, announces a four hundred and fifty million dollar investment for the construction of a modern steel manufacturing plant in Ogun State. The project, which is expected to begin operations by mid-2026, represents a major step toward …

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Nigeria Imports 69 per cent of the 21 billion litres of petrol  Despite Domestic Capacity Growth

Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector is undergoing a period of transition defined by both progress and contradiction. Despite the commissioning of the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Africa’s largest single-train refinery with an installed capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, the country continues to rely heavily on imported refined petroleum products. Recent industry data indicate that …

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Great Nigeria Insurance Records Strong Turnaround with ₦2bn Profit, Driven by IFRS 17 Transition and NIIRA 2025

Great Nigeria Insurance Records Strong Turnaround with ₦2bn Profit, Driven by IFRS 17 Transition and NIIRA 2025

After navigating a turbulent economic landscape, Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) Plc has made an impressive return to profitability, reporting a ₦2 billion profit after tax for the 2024 financial year. This marks a remarkable turnaround from a ₦736 million loss recorded in 2022, underscoring the company’s strong recovery strategy and prudent financial management. The Insurance …

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Wakanow Group Acquires NairaBox to Broaden Lifestyle and Entertainment Portfolio

Wakanow Group, Africa’s leading travel technology company, has announced the acquisition of NairaBox, a Nigerian digital entertainment and lifestyle platform, in a strategic move aimed at expanding its service offerings beyond the travel sector. The acquisition, announced in Lagos on Tuesday, is part of Wakanow’s long-term vision to integrate travel, entertainment, and lifestyle into a …

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IMF Intensifies Efforts to Track Illicit Financial Flows and Support Nigeria’s Fiscal Stability

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reaffirmed its commitment to assisting Nigeria and other developing nations in tracing and curbing Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs), a persistent challenge undermining fiscal stability and economic growth.IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, highlighted this during a recent policy dialogue on governance and fiscal resilience, emphasizing that strengthening transparency and improving …

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Nigeria’s Non-Interest Capital Market Hits ₦1.6 Trillion — SEC

Nigeria’s non-interest capital market has continued its upward trajectory, reaching a valuation of ₦1.6 trillion, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The development reflects growing investor confidence and a deepening commitment to ethical, Sharia-compliant finance, which is fast becoming a key pillar in Nigeria’s evolving financial landscape. The announcement was made by the …

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Nigeria’s IGR Rises by 49% — Lagos, Rivers, and FCT Lead the Pack

Nigeria’s fiscal outlook continues to evolve as new data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveals that the thirty-six states and the Federal Capital Territory generated a total of ₦3.63 trillion as Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in 2024, reflecting a remarkable 49.70 percent growth rate from the ₦2.43 trillion recorded in 2023. This performance …

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DPH Facilitates $268.63 Million Funding for Taraba State from ECOWAS Bank

Deutsche Partners Holding (DPH) is proud to announce its pivotal role as Financial and Transaction Adviser in securing a landmark $268.63 million funding package from the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) for Taraba State, Nigeria. This milestone transaction represents a major step forward in unlocking Taraba State’s economic potential and advancing sustainable development across the …

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Nigeria’s Stock Market Attracts N1.3 Trillion in Foreign Investment in 7 Months

Nigeria’s stock market continues to draw strong attention from global investors, with foreign inflows reaching N1.3 trillion in just the first seven months of the year. This surge marks a renewed confidence in the country’s capital market, as international players seek opportunities in Africa’s largest economy despite global uncertainties. The latest report released by the …

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