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2026: FG to move away from macroeconomic figures to citizens welfare —Edun

Vanguard Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 06:29

By Emeka Anaeto & Babajide Komolafe There are indications that the Federal Government is set for a major shift in its economic policy direction in 2026, focusing more on deliv…

By Emeka Anaeto & Babajide Komolafe There are indications that the Federal Government is set for a major shift in its economic policy direction in 2026, focusing more on delivering tangible improvement in livelihood of citizens than in achieving positive macroeconomic figures. This formed the key content of the speech delivered by the Minister of Finance and […] The post 2026: FG to move away from macroeconomic figures to citizens welfare —Edun appeared first on Vanguard News.

Dangote Refinery’s domestic petrol supply rose sharply in December – NMDPRA

Premium Times Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 06:24

The increased output from Dangote Refinery contributed to a rise in Nigeria’s total daily domestic PMS supply to 74.2 million litres in December, up from 71.5 million litres. The …

The increased output from Dangote Refinery contributed to a rise in Nigeria’s total daily domestic PMS supply to 74.2 million litres in December, up from 71.5 million litres. The post Dangote Refinery’s domestic petrol supply rose sharply in December – NMDPRA appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ex-Jammeh death squad leader pleads not guilty as landmark Gambia trial opens

Africanews EN • 16 Jan 2026, 06:02

The Gambia opened its first trial Thursday against a member of the country's notorious "Junglers" paramilitary unit, which acted as a death squad under the reign of ex-dictator Ya…

The Gambia opened its first trial Thursday against a member of the country's notorious "Junglers" paramilitary unit, which acted as a death squad under the reign of ex-dictator Yahya Jammeh.

International Breweries Plc appoints new managing director

Premium Times Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:35

International Breweries describe inew Managing Director Nicholas Kade, as a senior commercial leader with over 15 years experience, driving growth and transformation across Afric…

International Breweries describe inew Managing Director Nicholas Kade, as a senior commercial leader with over 15 years experience, driving growth and transformation across Africa. The post International Breweries Plc appoints new managing director appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Ethiopian Airlines commences work on new airport

The Guardian Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:13

Ethiopian Airlines Group has commenced the construction of Bishoftu International Airport. The official groundbreaking The post Ethiopian Airlines commences work on new airport …

Ethiopian Airlines Group has commenced the construction of Bishoftu International Airport. The official groundbreaking The post Ethiopian Airlines commences work on new airport appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria’s reforms have consequences for West, Central African economies

The Guardian Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:13

Dahlia Khalifa is the Regional Director for Central Africa and Nigeria at the International Finance Corporation (IFC). In this role, she The post Nigeria’s reforms have consequen…

Dahlia Khalifa is the Regional Director for Central Africa and Nigeria at the International Finance Corporation (IFC). In this role, she The post Nigeria’s reforms have consequences for West, Central African economies appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

NRS disagrees as Agent Association faults 7.5% VAT on bank transfers

The Guardian Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:13

National President, Agents Association of Nigeria, Sarafadeen Atanda Fasasi, has faulted the planned 7.5 per cent VAT applicable on bank transfers and USSD from January 19, 2026. …

National President, Agents Association of Nigeria, Sarafadeen Atanda Fasasi, has faulted the planned 7.5 per cent VAT applicable on bank transfers and USSD from January 19, 2026. The post NRS disagrees as Agent Association faults 7.5% VAT on bank transfers appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Piracy attacks on vessels surge to 137 in 2025 despite security gains

The Guardian Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:12

The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported an 18.1 per cent increase in global maritime incidents, including piracy and armed The post Piracy attacks on vessels surge to…

The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported an 18.1 per cent increase in global maritime incidents, including piracy and armed The post Piracy attacks on vessels surge to 137 in 2025 despite security gains appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

NRS clarifies bank transaction on VAT

The Guardian Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:11

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed the reported imposition of value-added tax (VAT) on banking services, including electronic The post NRS clarifies bank transaction…

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed the reported imposition of value-added tax (VAT) on banking services, including electronic The post NRS clarifies bank transaction on VAT appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

‘Why technology-enabled banking is critical to Nigeria’s 2036 goal’

The Guardian Nigeria • 16 Jan 2026, 05:11

With the gradual restoration of confidence in the naira and banking sector, the next phase of growth will be shaped by how effectively The post ‘Why technology-enabled banking is…

With the gradual restoration of confidence in the naira and banking sector, the next phase of growth will be shaped by how effectively The post ‘Why technology-enabled banking is critical to Nigeria’s 2036 goal’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

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