UK raises visa fees by £222 to curb immigration
The United Kingdom will increase visa fees for people seeking to visit, study, work or live in the country. The UK Home…
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Naira holds steady against dollar as Q1 ends amid reserve pressures
The Naira maintained a steady performance against the United States Dollar in the official market as the first quarter of 2026 drew…
Fuel price surge hikes food costs in Lagos markets — Report
Food prices across major Lagos markets surged in March 2026 as rising petrol costs drove up transportation and logistics expenses, triggering widespread…
US-Israel-Iran war pushes oil prices to $117/barrel
Israel and Iran exchanged fresh missile strikes on Monday, driving oil prices sharply higher and fueling fears that the United States could…
Trump threatens to seize Iran’s oil fields amid tensions
United States President Donald Trump has said the US could move to seize Iran’s oil resources, including the key export terminal at…
Naira strengthens to ₦1,382/$ as liquidity boosts market
The Nigerian Naira displayed a firm stance against the United States Dollar during the early morning trading session today, March 30, 2026,…
Oil prices rise as brent crude eyes record monthly gain
Oil prices climbed further on Monday, with Brent crude set for its biggest monthly gain on record after Yemen’s Houthi forces carried…
US cuts Nigerian crude imports by nearly half
The United States significantly cut its imports of Nigerian crude oil in January 2026, with purchases falling nearly 47.2 per cent compared…
Banking sector attracts record $13.53bn foreign capital inflows
Foreign capital inflows into Nigeria’s banking sector rose to $13.53 billion in 2025, representing a 93.25% year-on-year increase from $7.00 billion recorded…
Middle East crisis threatens Nigeria’s manufacturing sector, MAN warns
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria has expressed concern over the potential impact of the escalating military confrontations in the Middle East on…
Bank of America to settle Epstein sex trafficking suit for $72.5m
Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that the bank facilitated a sex…
Nigeria missing as Namibia tops Africa’s 2026 quality of life ranking
In the 2026 Numbeo Quality of Life Index, Namibia has emerged as the top-ranked African country for overall livability, while Nigeria is…