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Saturday, January 3, 2026

Economy

January 3, 2026

U.S. companies to take over Venezuela’s oil: Trump

Mr Trump vowed revenge on the foreign oil sector, accusing Venezuela of forcing out Western oil companies that helped build its energy industry.

Donald Trump official potrait
January 3, 2026

Tinubu saves N10 trillion annually from oil subsidy removal: Senator Adeola

Mr Adeola said that Mr Tinubu succeeded in removing a major cankerworm that had undermined the nation’s economy and finances.

Solomon Adeola,
January 3, 2026

Kwara TUC chairman tasks federal, state govts on economic stability, security

In an interview with journalists in Ilorin on Saturday, Mr Onikijipa said Nigeria had all it takes to be a great nation if properly fixed and managed.

Trade Union Congress (TUC)
January 3, 2026

FirstBank to host Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026

Mr Ijabiyi said FirstBank remained committed to supporting the growth and development of Nigerian businesses and individuals.

Olusegun Alebiosu
January 2, 2026

Stock market opens year with N561 billion gain

A total of 439.9 million shares valued at N24.9 billion were exchanged in 40,245 transactions.

Stock Market
January 2, 2026

41 ships laden with petroleum products, food items expected at Lagos ports

No fewer than 41 ships laden with petroleum products, food items and other goods are expected to arrive at Lagos seaport.

Ships at Lagos port used to illustrate the story.
January 2, 2026

CIoDN calls for smarter governance, tighter spending to boost 2026 growth

The Chartered Institute of Directors of Nigeria says the country needs to keep spending in check, boost local production, and improve governance to drive growth in 2026.

January 2, 2026

Few civil servants return to work after New Year’s celebration

Checks revealed that many government offices had not opened fully for official business.

OSUN CIVIL SERVANTS
January 2, 2026

University of Gambia renames faculty after Akinwumi Adesina, President Barrow unveils plaque

President Adama Barrow unveiled a plaque on Wednesday formally designating the faculty as the Dr Akinwumi Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.

Dr Akinwumi Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
January 2, 2026

Kano government to spend N7 billion on ‘key’ projects

The government approved over ₦859.2 million in compensation for structures affected by a five-kilometre road construction project in Tudun Wada LGA.

Kano governor