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Nigeria Business News

Nigeria's N75tn Credit Boom Fails to Bridge Real Economy Gap

Nigeria's banks hit a post-recapitalisation lending high of N75.62tn in February 2026. Credit isn't reaching productive SMEs, as government borrowing crowds out the private sector. Recapitalisation must redirect firepower to the real economy.

Apr 13, 2026

Ecobank Nigeria's Film Bet Tests Creative Sector Financing Policy

Ecobank Nigeria's smartphone film workshop is a minor marketing spend for a bank posting record profits. It targets Nigeria's youth but does not address the creative sector's structural funding gap. The initiative's national focus also highlights a disconnect from the bank's pan-African branding and the AfCFTA's integration goals.

Apr 12, 2026

ExxonMobil Bonga Denial Masks Nigeria's 2027 Deadline Pressure

ExxonMobil's statement dismissing delays in Nigeria's Bonga Southwest project doesn't change the investment calculus. The project faces a hard 2027 deadline for a Final Investment Decision amid global capital competition.

Apr 7, 2026

Illustration for MacTay VR training exploits Nigeria's unregulated skills gap

MacTay VR training exploits Nigeria's unregulated skills gap

MacTay's VR training for Lagos paramedics exploits Nigeria's unregulated simulation training gap. The scalable model faces unproven efficacy and future regulatory risk, creating a first-mover opportunity with high compliance exposure.

Illustration for Kuda vs FairMoney vs ALAT: Nigeria Startup Banking 2026

Kuda vs FairMoney vs ALAT: Nigeria Startup Banking 2026

Mar 30, 2026

Illustration for Nigeria vs South Africa Insurtech Platforms: 2026 Market Models Compared

Nigeria vs South Africa Insurtech Platforms: 2026 Market Models Compared

Mar 30, 2026

energy

Illustration for Dangote Refinery Impact on Nigeria Oil Exports and Market Stability

Dangote Refinery Impact on Nigeria Oil Exports and Market Stability

Nov 21, 2025

Illustration for Complete Guide to Climate Tech and Renewable Energy Startups in Africa

Complete Guide to Climate Tech and Renewable Energy Startups in Africa

Nov 9, 2025

banking

Illustration for Nigeria's Banking Overhaul Masks Deeper Capital Flaws

Nigeria's Banking Overhaul Masks Deeper Capital Flaws

Mar 29, 2026

Illustration for How to Open a Business Bank Account in Nigeria as a Foreigner

How to Open a Business Bank Account in Nigeria as a Foreigner

Dec 7, 2025

markets

Illustration for Nigeria power grid enforcement exposes 2027 election risk

Nigeria power grid enforcement exposes 2027 election risk

Mar 25, 2026

Illustration for Lagos Shortlet Growth Slows Under Tax Pressure

Lagos Shortlet Growth Slows Under Tax Pressure

Mar 22, 2026

Illustration for Nigeria's export collapse tests AfCFTA integration promises

Nigeria's export collapse tests AfCFTA integration promises

Mar 19, 2026

Illustration for OPL 245 Settlement Exposes Nigeria's Weak Investment Framework

OPL 245 Settlement Exposes Nigeria's Weak Investment Framework

Mar 6, 2026

startups

Nigerian entrepreneur reviewing CAC business registration documents at desk with laptop showing Corporate Affairs Commission website

Business Registration Nigeria: Complete CAC Guide for Entrepreneurs

Mar 9, 2026

Corporate Affairs Commission building representing Nigerian business registration process

Nigeria Business Registration: CAC Compliance Costs Every Investor Should Know

Feb 28, 2026

Corporate Affairs Commission building in Nigeria representing business registration services

How to Register a Business in Nigeria: Complete CAC Guide

Feb 26, 2026

Illustration for How to Register a Company in Nigeria: Complete CAC Guide

How to Register a Company in Nigeria: Complete CAC Guide

Jan 15, 2026

tech

Illustration for Nigeria's Payment Gateway Battle: Three Models, One Market

Nigeria's Payment Gateway Battle: Three Models, One Market

Mar 30, 2026

Illustration for Nigeria Tech Layoffs Expose Agent Network Risks

Nigeria Tech Layoffs Expose Agent Network Risks

Mar 28, 2026

Illustration for Fixr's ₦5bn solar model dodges Nigeria's tax dragnet

Fixr's ₦5bn solar model dodges Nigeria's tax dragnet

Mar 27, 2026

Illustration for Nigeria's FATF Exit Won't Fix Africa's Regulatory Maze

Nigeria's FATF Exit Won't Fix Africa's Regulatory Maze

Mar 7, 2026