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Business/Economy
The Federal Government says its proposed 30-day petrol discount will not require public funds, insisting the initiative is designed to ease fuel costs without restoring the former subsidy regime.
Business/Economy
Opposition leaders and political groups have criticised the Federal Government’s 30-day petrol discount through NNPC stations, questioning its affordability, reach and sustainability as Nigerians grapple with rising fuel prices. The Presidency insists the initiative is a temporary market intervention, not a return to petrol subsidy.
Business/Economy
The Federal Government has warned contractors who collect mobilisation funds but fail to return to federal project sites that they risk EFCC and ICPC action, including recovery of public funds.
Business/Economy
The World Bank says elevated fuel prices could slow Nigeria’s poverty reduction despite stronger economic growth and falling inflation, while warning that rising pre-election spending could weaken reform momentum.
Business/Economy
The Delta State Internal Revenue Service has warned taxpayers against fake demand notices and fraudulent individuals posing as authorised revenue officials, urging the public to verify tax documents and make payments only through approved channels.
Business/Economy
The Federal Government is discussing three proposed World Bank facilities worth $1.5bn to support climate resilience, social protection and early childhood development.
Business/Economy
Five Nigerian mid-sized banks recorded combined assets of N20.47tn and profit after tax of N338.4bn in the first half of 2026, driven by strong earnings growth.
