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FirstBank says its ATMs will be enabled to accept foreign-issued cards in line with a CBN directive aimed at improving international card usability in Nigeria.

Motorists queued at some MRS outlets after Dangote-refined petrol reportedly sold for about N739 per litre, widening price gaps and triggering demand spikes.

Nigeria’s aviation regulator says airlines refunded passengers over N1 billion as consumer protection enforcement tightened around delays and cancellations.

PZ Cussons Nigeria posted a strong half-year profit reversal, with investors watching whether the gains are driven by sustainable demand recovery or pricing and FX effects.

Abia State has rolled out 20 electric buses for a green shuttle service, with officials pitching phased deployment as charging and maintenance systems are built up.

Fuel marketers say Nigeria still needs imports and multiple supply channels even as Dangote refinery output expands. The debate centres on resilience and competition, with warnings that over-reliance on one supply source could trigger shortages or monopoly risks.

SEC sets January 2026 renewal window for operators as it prepares a Q1 shift to electronic processing.

Regent Microfinance Bank says cumulative MSME lending has exceeded ₦10bn as demand for credit stays high.

SEC moves toward e-processing in Q1 2026 as it sets a January renewal deadline for market operators.

Figures cited by Vanguard show Nigeria’s petrol supply rose sharply in November 2025, climbing to 71.5 million litres per day from 46 million litres per day in October.