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US Petrol Prices Hit $4/Gallon As Iran War Wreaks Havoc On Global Energy Supply
The U.S. national average retail price of gasoline crossed $4 a gallon for the first time in more than three years on Monday, according to data from price tracking services GasBuddy reported by Reuters.
When 8 million Customers Trust You, Safety Cannot Be an Afterthought
Nigeria’s digital banking revolution is raising the stakes for consumer trust. The question is whether the industry is rising to meet them.
Polaris Bank Strengthens Legacy of Excellence with Major Renovation of Historic Faculty Building at University of Ibadan
Lagos, Nigeria – March 26, 2026 — In a powerful demonstration of its dedication to deepening educational advancement and human capital development in Nigeria, Polaris Bank, has made significant funds available towards the full renovation of the Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences Building at the prestigious University of Ibadan.
Double tragedy: Nigerians ration power, hustle for fuel as petrol price hit N1,500
With the ongoing US–Israel–Iran conflict triggering a surge in crude oil prices above $100 per barrel from $60, amid disruptions to energy infrastructure and heightened risks to global supply routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, countries are responding with a mix of short-term relief and longer-term structural adjustments to cushion the economic effect on their population.
Sanwo-Olu Calls For Global Partnerships To Scale Food Security Systems
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed the State’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s food ecosystem through large-scale investments, system reforms, and strategic partnerships, as he addressed stakeholders at the 11th Agrofood Nigeria Exhibition & Conference held at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island.
Sanwo-Olu Promises More As Lagos, Nine Others Top Ease Of Doing Business Charts
Lagos State has been named among the top 10 performing states in Nigeria’s ease of doing business the others are: Kaduna, Oyo, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ogun, Enugu, Plateau, Ekiti, Kano and Nasarawa.
Investing in Women-Led Enterprises Is a Growth Strategy Nigeria Can’t Afford to Delay
Across African banking, the conversation is shifting from "inclusion as intent" to "inclusion as performance." Margin pressure, recapitalisation conversations, digitisation, and tighter risk expectations are forcing a hard question: where will sustainable, low-volatility growth come from in the next cycle? One answer is hiding in plain sight: women-led enterprises, underfunded, underserved, and consistently productive.
Sterling Bank Charts Way Forward for Nigeria’s Transport, Logistics Sector
Lagos, Nigeria, Industry leaders, policymakers, financiers, and innovators convened in Lagos today for the inaugural Nigeria Transport & Logistics Summit (NTLS) 2026, hosted by Sterling Bank at Eko Hotel & Suites, to forge actionable strategies for building a faster, more connected Nigeria through transport, mobility, and logistics.
FirstBank Empowers SMEs with AI-Driven Growth Strategies, Hosts SMEConnect Webinar
Lagos, 20 March 2026 – FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, is pleased to announce the upcoming edition of the SMEConnect Webinar scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 31 March 2026. The event will equip small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for business growth.
Lagos Inaugurates LG, LCDA Food Committees to Tackle Malnutrition
The Lagos State Government has inaugurated Local Government and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Committees on Food and Nutrition as part of efforts to address persistent nutritional challenges at the grassroots.