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IMF Cuts Nigeria’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.1% Amid Global Pressures

The International Monetary Fund has revised Nigeria’s economic growth forecast for 2026

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Dangote Refinery Targets $5bn IPO in Landmark African Listing

Nigeria’s industrial landscape is on the brink of a historic financial milestone

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Nigeria, Morocco Move to Seal $25bn Gas Pipeline Deal in 2026

Nigeria and Morocco are advancing plans to formalise one of Africa’s most

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FG Moves to Fix Power Crisis, Sets Up Committee on Gas Supply Disruptions

The Federal Government has taken a fresh step to address Nigeria’s persistent

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Cash Outside Banks Drops to ₦5.20trn as Liquidity Pressure Eases

Nigeria’s cash flow dynamics showed signs of stabilisation in February 2026, as

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DR Congo to Ban Dollar Cash Transactions in Fresh Currency Reform Move

The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) has announced plans to prohibit the

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CBN Dismisses Polaris Bank Liquidation Rumours, Assures Banking Sector Stability

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed widespread rumours suggesting that

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Poverty Hits 63% in Nigeria Despite Inflation Slowdown – World Bank

Poverty in Nigeria climbed to 63 per cent in 2025 despite a

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Naira Appreciates to N1,365/$ as Dollar Weakens on Global Ceasefire Optimism

The Nigerian currency appreciated to N1,365 per dollar on Thursday, gaining slightly

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World Bank Flags Early Childhood Crisis as Nigeria’s Economic Potential at Risk

The World Bank warns that Nigeria faces a critical early childhood development

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