Economy

ACCI Director General Agabaidu Jideani projects that non-oil sectors will be the primary engine for Nigeria's 2026 economic growth.

Nigeria’s construction sector output rose to ₦13.83tn in the first nine months of 2025, reflecting stronger activity despite persistent cost pressures.

EV adoption in Nigeria hits a 400% growth rate over five years driven by fuel costs and green policy.

Federal Government launches roadmap targeting a $1 trillion GDP by 2036 with investment reforms.

The Nigerian Naira opened 2026 with a 0.34% gain against the dollar, trading at N1,430.84 following CBN reforms.

CBN projects 4.49% GDP growth and a drop in inflation to 12.94% for 2026.

Rivers State approves N1.8 trillion budget for 2026 infrastructure projects amid political friction.

According to Africa Newsroom (via APO Group), the University of The Gambia has renamed its School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences in honour of Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, citing his long-standing impact on agriculture and development across Africa.

Figures shared via Shabait and republished through Africa Newsroom indicate Eritrea’s National Confederation of Eritrean Workers (NCEW) held an executive meeting to assess 2025 activities and outline a 2026 plan.

Nigeria's recently introduced student loan scheme aims to expand access to higher education, reduce economic and financial exclusion, and democratize opportunity. While the intention is laudable,...