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Drivers operating on ride-hailing platforms such as Uber, Bolt, and inDrive have commenced a three-day strike across Lagos and Ogun states, protesting poor working conditions and low earnings. The industrial action, organised by the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria, began on Monday, March 16, 2026, and is expected to end on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The union’s public…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched a specialised training programme aimed at empowering Nigerian women with cybersecurity skills and increasing their participation in the country’s growing digital security workforce. The training, tagged “Cyber for Women,” was organised by NITDA in collaboration with Women in Cybersecurity and held in Abuja. Speaking at the event, NITDA’s Director of Cybersecurity,…

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, on Thursday, hosted a captivating edition of its quarterly Business Series, bringing together accomplished female leaders and entrepreneurs to discuss the theme “Gen.W: The Evolved Woman.”  The hybrid session which was held at the UBA House in Marina Lagos and also transmitted live to participants across the globe, is part of activities to mark…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Federal Government to introduce a temporary cap on petrol prices to protect Nigerians from further increases in fuel costs triggered by instability in the global oil market. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the ADC’s spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, said recent increases in petrol prices reflect growing volatility in global oil markets,…

Flutterwave, one of Africa’s leading payments technology companies, has partnered with the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation to empower and develop emerging creative talents across the continent. The announcement was made during the official launch of the foundation on Monday at The Delborough, Lagos, where prominent figures from Nigeria’s entertainment, business, and cultural sectors gathered to celebrate the initiative. In a…

Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), in collaboration with Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS) and Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ), convened leaders from across the public and private sectors to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026 through the global Ring the Bell for Gender Equality initiative. Aligned with the UN Women theme “Rights, Justice, Action – For…

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority has suspended the issuance of new licences for the importation of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, citing improved domestic production capacity. The development was disclosed in the authority’s February 2026 State of the Midstream and Downstream Fact Sheet, which indicated that no new import licences were issued during the month.…

The Nigerian Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has announced plans to hand over the management of airport toll gates to private operators in order to enhance efficiency and streamline operations. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this on Tuesday during a meeting with officials from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), citing traffic congestion caused…

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has officially launched its inaugural Regulator/FinTech Clinic, signaling a proactive step towards strengthening dialogue with Nigeria’s rapidly growing financial technology ecosystem. The event, held on Tuesday aims to align innovation with regulatory compliance while ensuring investor protection. Opening the clinic, the SEC DG Emomotimi Agama highlighted the significance of a collaborative approach between regulators…

…spotlights flagship product, Liquidity Solutions, for growth Zedvance Finance Limited, a leading provider of consumer and business financing solutions in Nigeria, has disbursed over N96 billion in funding to support commercial businesses across the country, establishing its strong positioning beyond retail lending and reinforcing its commitment to bridging the gap between enterprise growth and access to timely financing solutions. Leveraging…