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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Economy

April 17, 2026

CBN announces new financing rate to boost market transparency 

The apex bank said the new benchmark is designed to align Nigeria with global best practices. 

Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN
April 17, 2026

NITDA, NNPC partner on digital transformation in energy sector

The collaboration is being championed through the research, technology and innovation unit of the NNPC.

NITDA and NNPC
April 17, 2026

Stakeholders urge action on methane cuts in oil, gas sector 

Ms Ibok-Abasi said fragmented regulatory approaches slowed progress in the past.

Stakeholder Democracy Network
April 17, 2026

Global oil prices fall as Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz 

The Strait of Hormuz reopened after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire.

Strait of Hormuz
April 17, 2026

AGOI: AGESI issues policy brief on COP30 pledges, investible climate projects

COP30 reinforced a growing consensus that Africa should no longer be viewed solely through the lens of climate risk, AGESI said.

COP30
April 17, 2026

Middle East crisis could cut Africa’s economic growth in 2026: Document

The crisis in the Middle East is impacting global economies, with growth in African countries forecast to decline by up to 0.2 percent.

Impacts of the Conflict in the Middle East on African Economies
April 17, 2026

Keyamo begs airlines not to suspend flights as jet fuel costs N3,300 per litre

Such a move, Mr Keyamo said, could reverse the gains achieved by President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope reforms in the aviation sector.

AIRLINES LOGOS
April 17, 2026

Tinubu’s PPP drive yielding major infrastructure gains: ICRC

Mr Ewalefoh said the federal government was prioritising private-sector investment as a central strategy for economic growth and national development.

President Bola Tinubu
April 17, 2026

Bird strike grounded three United Nigeria Airlines planes in 48 hours: Official

UNA said the Benin Airport incident was the third in the last 48 hours and the seventh since January 7.

United Nigeria Airlines
April 17, 2026

NHA threatens shutdown of unregistered hotels in Nigeria

The Nigeria Hotel Association has warned that it will soon begin shutting down unregistered hotels across the country.

NHA Parley