Seplat Energy PLC, foremost Nigerian independent energy company listed on both the Nigerian Exchange and the London Stock Exchange, has announced its unaudited results for the for the six months ended 30 June 2026, declaring US 12.0 Cents total dividend per share for the period,
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FG, Labour clash over use of fuel subsidy removal savings
Federal authorities and organized labor have disagreed over the deployment of fuel subsidy removal savings. Government officials detailed allocations toward debt servicing, salary increases, and loan programs, while labor representatives challenged the claims and demanded verifiable evidence regarding the expenditures.
GFA Technologies Group backs CBN data directive
The Central Bank of Nigeria directive on data localisation is expected to generate long-term demand for local data centres and sovereign cloud services, influencing the domestic digital infrastructure landscape according to industry stakeholders.
Energy map will unlock targeted power investments – REA boss
Rural Electrification Agency leadership has outlined plans to utilize a new energy map for targeted power investments across numerous communities to support economic growth. The initiative aims to drive infrastructural development and improve electricity access nationwide.
Dangote Cement Declares N638.5bn Profit as Exports Grow 62.3% in H1 2026
Dangote Cement Plc reported a significant profit alongside a substantial increase in cement and clinker exports from Nigeria during the first half of the year.
Gavi Approves $500 million for Vaccines, PHCs in Nigeria
Nigeria has secured nearly five hundred million dollars from Gavi to support vaccines and primary healthcare across the country for the 2026 to 2030 period.
Otedola Acquires Additional N222.21bn Worth of First Holdco Shares, Stake Rises to 26%
Billionaire investor Femi Otedola has acquired additional shares in First Holdco Plc on the Nigerian Exchange Limited, increasing his total stake in the financial institution to twenty-six percent.
Oando CLO Urges Lawyers to Combine Business Acumen, Legal Expertise
The Group Chief Legal Officer of Oando Plc has advised aspiring lawyers and women pursuing corporate careers to cultivate both business acumen and legal expertise.
Oyedele: Stability Must Now Deliver Jobs, Higher Incomes for Nigerians
Federal fiscal reforms must transition toward delivering tangible job creation and higher incomes for citizens, according to Taiwo Oyedele. Addressing investment competitiveness and providing clarity on fuel subsidy savings are essential steps for the broader economy.
Senate Summons NNPCL, CBN, Oil Majors over NEITI Audit Reports
The Senate Public Accounts Committee has summoned the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, the Central Bank of Nigeria, and various oil majors to probe 2021 to 2023 oil sector revenues, remittances, and compliance based on NEITI audit reports.
Minister: Housing, Real Estate Contributed N77 Trillion to Nigeria’s Economy in 2025
Nigeria's housing and construction sector contributed N77 trillion to the national economy, with the federal government targeting enhanced regulatory reforms to address the existing housing deficit.
NPA Eyes Double-digit Cargo, Revenue Growth with BUA’s $85m Port Expansion Investment
The Nigerian Ports Authority projects double-digit growth in cargo throughput and revenue following an expansion investment by BUA Group.
NMDPRA Plans W’African Oil Trading Hub, Seeks Investments in Regional Infrastructure
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority is planning a West African oil trading hub and seeking regional infrastructure investments. The initiative aims to reduce Africa's reliance on foreign price benchmarks while hosting a refined fuel conference to drive sector development.
Idris: Nigeria Will Deploy Gas as Catalyst for Industrial Growth
The Federal Government announced plans to utilize its extensive natural gas reserves to drive industrial development across the country. Officials emphasized that this strategic resource will serve as a primary catalyst for economic expansion and industrialisation.
Debt Costs, Higher Spending Absorbing Subsidy Savings — Oyedele
Fiscal gains achieved from fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange reforms have been largely offset by rising debt servicing costs and increased public spending on salaries and education support programmes.
Governor Abdullahi Sule’s Strategic Investment Visit To China
The Nasarawa State Government signed a memorandum of understanding with Jinlide Mining Nigeria Limited to advance lithium resource development in the state, strengthening industrial cooperation and expanding solid mineral sector investments.
OGFZA says Free Zones key to Nigeria’s energy exports, industrial growth
The Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority has highlighted the strategic importance of Special Economic Zones in advancing industrialisation, maritime logistics, and energy exports within the country, aiming to drive sustainable economic growth.
Large corporates enter e-invoicing era as early birds flag hurdles
Nigeria's electronic invoicing mandate reaches its final implementation deadline, with major corporations encountering operational hurdles and challenges as they adopt the new digital tax and invoicing framework across their enterprise systems.
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