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Inflation Rate Drops to 15.1% in January

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says Nigeria’s headline inflation rate has dropped to 15.1 percent in January, down from the 15.15 percent recorded in December 2025.

Capital Importation Surges 380% to $6bn in Q3 2025

Capital Importation Surges 380% to $6bn in Q3 2025 Nigeria recorded a sharp rise in capital inflows in the third quarter of 2025, with total importation hitting $6.01 billion, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The figure represents a 380% increase compared to $1.25...

Base-Year Effects to Push Nigeria’s Inflation Near 19% – Experts

Nigeria’s headline inflation is projected to rise toward 19% in January 2026, despite month-on-month price pressures easing, due to statistical base-year effects.

NLC Threatens Nationwide Showdown Over Power Sector Failures

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened a nationwide industrial action over what it described as “institutionalised extortion” in the power sector.

Dangote Refinery Supplies 62% of Nigeria’s Fuel in January

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has overtaken importers to supply 62% of Nigeria’s petrol market in January 2026, according to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).

NRS Sees N522bn Capital Gains Tax Collections

Nigeria’s Capital Gains Tax (CGT) collections hit a record ₦522 billion in 2025, far exceeding expectations and marking an 869% performance against target, according to figures presented by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS).