Nigeria has travelled this road before. Bigger banks and higher capital thresholds have previously delivered reassuring headlines, only for familiar weaknesses to resurface in new forms....
The uproar, which was great, has remained even in the face of the president’s defiance, which he has expertly melded with other decisive steps to rescue...
Well-capitalised banks can take on larger single obligor exposures, finance infrastructure projects, expand regionally, and compete more credibly with pan-African and global peers. From this perspective,...
Nigeria’s rising loan defaults are not merely an economic statistic; they are a governance signal. They reflect a system under stress, yes, but also one still...
Nigeria faces an undeniable choice. It can continue down a path where fragile policies deepen deprivation and erode trust, or it can build a disciplined, coordinated...
The CBN’s macroeconomic outlook for 2025 and projections for 2026 provide both reassurance and a call to action. Nigeria’s recent performance highlights the economy’s underlying strengths...
Economic instability in Nigeria is a serious challenge, but it can be addressed with the right strategies. Through economic diversification, effective governance, improved security, and sound...
Nigeria does not just need bigger banks. It needs better banks, institutions that are resilient, transparent, well-governed, and trusted by the public they serve. Hence, it...
But resilience should not be mistaken for comfort. The hardship is real, and it is deep. Until economic reforms bring relief to the streets and food...
Education also plays a vital role. Universities and vocational institutions must align their training with the realities of the job market. Graduates should not only be...
Immigration Service begins probe into extortion allegations at Seme border, suspending top officers and urging public to report misconduct.
Police say a viral video claiming a terror attack in Abuja is false and misleading. A suspect has been arrested...
Eight persons have been confirmed dead following a late-night attack on Mbwelle village in Plateau State, residents say.
Motsepe denies corruption allegations as Senegal challenges CAF’s decision to strip them of the AFCON title and award it to...
Donald Trump warns Iran against imposing tolls on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, saying oil will flow “with or...
Kamal Kharazi, who served as Iran’s foreign minister from 1997 to 2005, has died after injuries from recent attacks.
Afrika Bambaataa is dead at 68. The iconic DJ and hip-hop innovator leaves behind a legacy that shaped modern music...
The Congo central bank has announced a ban on foreign currency cash transactions, allowing only electronic use from 2027.
Mbappé tops the UCL scoring chart with 14 goals, with Kane on 11 and Gordon on 10 as the Golden...
Burna Boy’s songs have been removed from DJ playlists across Nigeria after an alleged altercation with DJ Tunez. Here’s what...
The World Bank says higher oil prices could significantly impact Nigeria’s economy, adding pressure on inflation through fuel, logistics, and...
Hansi Flick explains Yamal’s reaction, insisting the 18-year-old is still learning ahead of Barcelona’s Champions League tie.
UK blocks Kanye West from entering the country, forcing organisers to cancel the Wireless Festival and issue refunds to ticket...
If there's any lesson to be drawn from global trends it's this: left unchecked, digital lending at high cost not...
Arsenal take on Sporting in Lisbon as they seek redemption in Europe after a dip in form and several key...
Ex-Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey retires after struggling with injuries, concluding a career spanning top European clubs and international...
Mikel Arteta calls for resilience as Arsenal take on Sporting after back-to-back losses in domestic competitions.
FA Cup semi-finals are set, with Chelsea vs Leeds and Man City vs Southampton after dramatic quarter-final results.
After Italy’s World Cup exit, Canada launches a jersey swap campaign in Toronto to rally Italian-Canadian fans behind the hosts.