Nairametrics

In a notable alignment of economic perspectives ahead of the next political cycle, Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, has expressed his support for the foreign exchange reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Obi declared that if elected into office, he would retain the […]

Nigerian equities extended their rally into a second straight week, with the benchmark NGX All-Share Index (ASI) rising 5,693.97 points, or 2.36%, to close at 246,992.44 points, up from 241,298.47 points the previous week. This bullish momentum reflects sustained investor confidence and robust buying interest across major sectors of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). The market […]Read More

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched the Nigeria Alcohol Policy and Multisectoral Implementation Plan (2026–2030), marking a significant milestone in the nation’s public health and economic regulation landscape. This comprehensive framework is designed to strike a delicate balance between supporting the growth of the local beverage industry and safeguarding public health from the […]

The Nigerian power sector in 2026 is undergoing one of its most transformative phases since privatization. Guided by the decentralized framework of the Electricity Act, state governments are asserting control over their local electricity markets. At the center of this monumental shift are the 12 Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), tasked with delivering stable power to […]