Economy

NRS gets N40.71tn revenue target for 2026 after surpassing 2025 goal

... Rakes in N28.3 trillion Nike Popoola The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), formerly known as the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), broke its record revenue...

Stock market gains N4.08tn as NGX index rises 3.84%

Nike Popoola Stock market investors gained N4.08tn at the close of trading this week. The NGX All-Share Index and Market Capitalization appreciated by 3.84% to...

How Nigeria can move from potential to economic prosperity—Zacch Adedeji

...Says diversified exports must be anchored on innovation, complex products Nike Popoola Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr Zacch Adedeji, has canvassed a...

Nigeria boosts global trust with top-level World Bank talks

Abdullateef Fowewe The Federal Government of Nigeria is building international confidence through high-level economic discussions, as highlighted in a statement obtained from the Ministry of...

NGX Chairman urges stronger police–capital market partnership

Nike Popoola The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting national security and deepening collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, as...

EFCC nabs Kannywood star over naira mutilation video

Abdullateef Fowewe Kano, February 4, 2026 – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested popular Kannywood actress Samha Inuwa on suspicion of Naira...

Sports

Dani Carvajal set for farewell as Real Madrid accepts summer exit

Abdullateef Fowewe Real Madrid have quietly accepted that their long-serving captain Dani Carvajal will depart the club at the end of the 2025/26 season when...

No Champions League means unacceptable season for Liverpool — Arne Slot

Abdullateef Fowewe Liverpool manager, Arne Slot has laid down a stark benchmark for success, declaring that failing to qualify for next season’s Champions League would...

Barcelona locks in future with Flick, Pedri, Yamal contract blitz

Abdullateef Fowewe FC Barcelona has solidified its long-term vision by securing a wave of contract extensions for head coach Hansi Flick and a blend of...

Video: “Hopefully we can go,” Iwobi clings to World Cup dream

Abdullateef Fowewe Nigerian midfielder, Alex Iwobi remains optimistic about the Super Eagles’ chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even after their initial qualification stumble,...

Video: Worldwide cheers flood in for Cristiano Ronaldo’s 41st birthday

Abdullateef Fowewe Football icon, Cristiano Ronaldo marked his 41st birthday on Thursday with a surge of worldwide tributes, from fans to rivals, underscoring his timeless...

Lookman vows to fight for Atlético Madrid

Abdullateef Fowewe Nigerian star Ademola Lookman has officially signed with Atlético Madrid from Atalanta in a €35 million deal, marking a major boost to Diego...