The news that the Katsina State Government, under Governor Dikko Radda, has initiated the release of 70 suspected bandits in the name of a “peace deal” is not merely worrisome, it is a catastrophic blow to the rule of law and a terrifying confirmation of the suspicions held by many[Read More…]
Features
Scars of Scarcity: Inside the 2026 Nigerian Consumer Mindset
As the sun rises on 2026, Nigeria is finally exhaling. After years of suffocating economic pressure, the atmosphere has shifted. With the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) projected to grow by 4.1% and inflation finally making a steady descent toward the 12–14% range, the “survival mode” that defined the last two[Read More…]
The Great Pivot: From Resilience to Economic Recovery
For the better part of two years, the boardroom meetings of Nigeria’s most prominent brands felt more like war rooms. Between 2024 and 2025, the conversation was dominated by “defense”: mitigating the impact of a volatile Naira, navigating record-high inflation that peaked near 30%, and managing the fallout of dwindling[Read More…]
Beyond the Logo: Building Trust and Sustainability as the New Frontier of Nigerian Marketing
In an era where consumers are increasingly skeptical and brand loyalty is harder to earn than ever, the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) recently convened a gathering that felt less like a standard corporate ceremony and more like a manifesto for the future of African commerce. The atmosphere[Read More…]
How NCDMB Under Engr. Felix Ogbe Has Reinforced Nigeria’s Local Content Regime
By James Okonkwo When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu issued three Executive Orders in March 2024 affecting the oil and gas sector, critics rushed to interpret them as a blow to Nigeria’s local content regime under the NOGICD (Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development) Act. That reading is not only[Read More…]
Nestle Nigeria: Championing Affordable Food Solutions For Ordinary Nigerians
BY SOPHIA NKIRU Over the past year, Nestlé Nigeria Plc has undertaken several important initiatives in the areas of nutrition and affordable food solutions. These efforts span product innovation, nutrition education, vendor support, local sourcing, and value-chain enhancements. Below is a detailed overview of what the company has done, how[Read More…]
For years, the phrase “FX backlog” hung like a dark cloud over the Nigerian economy. A mountain of unfulfilled foreign exchange obligations, estimated at a staggering $7 billion, cast a long shadow, eroding investor confidence and fueling a volatile currency market. Businesses struggled to repatriate profits, and importers faced crippling[Read More…]
The Naira’s Resilience: A Closer Look at the CBN’s FX Stabilization Strategy
For years, the Nigerian foreign exchange market was a source of constant anxiety, characterized by a depreciating naira, a wide gap between official and parallel market rates, and a persistent scarcity of foreign currency. However, in recent months, a new narrative has begun to emerge. The Naira, once seen as[Read More…]
Survival of the Fittest: How Banks Are Navigating the CBN’s Capital Crunch
In the high-stakes world of Nigerian finance, a new drama is unfolding. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in a bold and decisive move, has sounded the bugle for a banking sector recapitalization, a policy that is shaking the foundations of financial institutions across the country. With a deadline of[Read More…]
Infrastructure & Energy: Pillars of Progress
The twin pillars of infrastructure and energy are not merely components of a nation’s economy; they are the foundational elements upon which modern societies are built and sustained. Their symbiotic relationship dictates the pace of economic development, the quality of life for citizens, and a country’s resilience in the face[Read More…]
Consumer TV
FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office
The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]