What is happening here is a clean-up of an old ownership mess. All these posts I am seeing about capital raises are misleading. There is a backstory to it.The backstory is the Otudeko-Otedola tussle. Oba Otudeko’s Barbican Capital and Tunde Hassan-Odukale’s Leadway camp held a https://t.co/pLkOpccYc3
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Naira down to N1,420/$ in parallel market
The naira depreciated to N1,420 per dollar in the parallel market, compared with N1,408 per dollar on Monday, according to Vanguard. The report covers foreign-exchange market activity relevant to Nigeria’s broader macroeconomic environment and potentially affecting listed companies.
85 million Nigerians lack reliable grid power – REA
The Rural Electrification Agency says more than 85 million Nigerians lack reliable grid electricity. The report highlights local solar-panel manufacturing as a potential way to expand electricity access and address Nigeria’s power-supply deficit.
FG votes N2.5tn for Abuja-Lokoja, Enugu-PH, 122 roads
The Federal Government has earmarked N2.5tn in the 2026 budget for 124 critical road projects, including the Abuja-Lokoja and Enugu-Port Harcourt routes. The infrastructure spending represents a relevant macroeconomic development for investors monitoring Nigeria’s construction and industrial goods sectors.
Dangote eyes $5bn IPO to finance refinery expansion
Dangote Refinery plans to pursue a $5 billion initial public offering by October to finance expansion of its processing capacity to 1.4 million barrels per day. The proposed transaction could become a major African listing and is relevant to NGX-focused investors monitoring oil and gas capital-market activity.
Brent drops below $80 as Hormuz talks progress
Brent crude fell below $80 a barrel amid reported progress in talks involving the United States and Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The development is relevant to Nigerian Exchange users because global oil prices and shipping conditions can influence oil and gas companies, fuel costs, and broader market expectations.
Lekki Port expands global trade links with MSC service
Lekki Port has introduced MSC’s new weekly feeder service, strengthening its links to global trade routes. The development is expected to support more efficient import and export operations in Nigeria, with potential relevance for listed companies exposed to logistics, industrial activity, consumer supply chains, and broader economic performance.
WORLD IN BRIEF:Commonwealth athletes go missing, Iran seeks Hormuz shipping control, Morocco approves $1.5bn waste to energy plant and other stories
Global oil prices declined as expectations increased that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz could reopen. The development is relevant to Nigerian Exchange investors because international crude prices and supply-route conditions can influence the outlook for Nigeria’s listed oil and gas sector.
Nigeria is entering the Economics of Patience
Nigeria’s economic recovery is described as gradual, with falling inflation, improved naira stability and stronger investor confidence. The Central Bank of Nigeria has retained its Monetary Policy Rate at 26.5 per cent, while households continue to experience delayed benefits from broader macroeconomic improvements.
Dangote Refinery Targets October Listing For $5bn Pan‑African IPO
Dangote Refinery plans to conduct an initial public offering in October 2026 as part of a proposed $5 billion pan-African equity raise. The transaction could rank among Africa’s largest IPOs and would expand capital-market participation in the oil and gas sector.
Nigerian Banks Reassure Customers As Global Cyberattacks Intensify
Nigerian banks are reassuring customers that the country’s financial system remains secure and resilient amid an intensifying global cyberattack campaign. The report addresses potential operational and confidence risks for the banking sector, although it does not identify any specific listed bank or disclose a confirmed impact on NGX equities.
Forex Inflows Rise By 31.9% To 5-month High In July
Total inflows into Nigeria’s Foreign Exchange Market rose 31.9% to $4.36 billion in July, reaching a five-month high. FMDQ data attributed the increase mainly to higher Central Bank of Nigeria interventions and stronger participation from local sources.
Discos’ Revenue Recovery Slips In May Amid N208.15bn Collection
Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies recorded a 77.31 per cent revenue recovery rate in May 2026, collecting N208.15 billion from billed consumers. NERC said the result occurred alongside an allowed average tariff of N124.39 per kilowatt-hour, while the average amount collected was N96.16 per kilowatt-hour.
Delta Can No Longer Depend Solely On Oil, Says Oborevwori
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori said the state can no longer rely solely on oil revenue and is encouraging local and foreign investment across critical sectors. The administration is pursuing economic diversification, which may affect the investment environment and the prominence of oil and non-oil activities in the state.
Insurance Firm Records N1.94bn Contributions, Pays N100.9m Surplus
Crown Takaful Insurance Limited reported gross contributions of approximately N1.94 billion during its first year of operations. The company also received approval from the National Insurance Commission to distribute N100.9 million in surplus to participants, highlighting regulatory activity in Nigeria’s insurance market.
Equities Reverse Gains, Erase N599bn In Market Value
Nigerian equities reversed the previous session’s gains, with market capitalisation declining by N599 billion. The All-Share Index fell 927.70 points, or 0.38 per cent, to 244,802.83 points, amid selling pressure on Nestle Nigeria and 39 other stocks.
MSC Launches Weekly Feeder Service To Lekki Port, Boosts Global Market Access
Mediterranean Shipping Company has launched a weekly feeder service calling at Lekki Port, marking another development in the port’s expansion as a regional maritime hub. The service is expected to improve Nigeria’s connectivity to global markets and support international trade activity.
Reforms Paying Off, Inflation Dropping – CBN
The Central Bank of Nigeria says its monetary reforms are producing positive results, including a decline in headline inflation, improved naira stability and foreign reserves reaching their highest level in 17 years. The developments are relevant to investors monitoring Nigeria’s macroeconomic environment and listed companies.
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Dangote refinery targets KES 646 billion in Africa’s biggest IPOAfrica’s largest oil refinery could soon become the continent’s biggest publicly listed company.Aliko Dangote is preparing to sell about 10 per cent of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals through an
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