September 17, 2026
Naira-Dollar Exchange Rate: Official and Parallel Market Rates Today
Nigeria's naira is trading around ₦1,330 per dollar officially and ₦1,385 in the parallel market as the FX rate gap remains relatively contained.
September 17, 2026
Nigerian Phone Traders Reject NCC Device Registration Fees
Nigerian phone traders oppose proposed NCC device registration fees for imported phones, calling for more consultation, training and preparation time.
September 17, 2026
Nigeria Reviews Saudi Air Deal to Secure More Hajj Flight Slots
Nigeria is reviewing its 1978 air services agreement with Saudi Arabia as it seeks more Hajj airlift slots for Nigerian airlines ahead of the 2027 pilgrimage.
September 17, 2026
Nigeria Begins Review of 2025 Tax Laws Ahead of 2027 Finance Bill
Nigeria has begun a six-week review of its 2025 tax laws, focusing on VAT, withholding tax, capital gains, multiple taxation and compliance.
September 17, 2026
ECOWAS Biometric Card Moves Toward Wider Border Acceptance
Seven ECOWAS countries have deployed the biometric identity card as the bloc works toward mutual acceptance at West African borders by December 2026.
September 17, 2026
Nigeria, Chad Deepen Digital Cooperation on Fibre and AI
Nigeria and Chad are expanding digital cooperation, with proposed fibre connectivity, AI, cybersecurity and digital public infrastructure projects.
September 16, 2026
Nigeria, Serbia Renew Commitment to Stronger Bilateral Relations
Nigeria and Serbia have renewed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations after Nigeria's newly accredited non-resident ambassador to Serbia presented his Letters of Credence to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić in…
September 16, 2026
Nigeria Returns to J.P. Morgan Bond Benchmark After 11 Years
Nigeria's Federal Government bonds have returned to a J.P. Morgan bond benchmark for the first time in 11 years, giving naira-denominated government securities renewed exposure to international fixed-income investors. J.P.…
September 14, 2026
Nigeria Seeks Bigger Economic and Diplomatic Role Through BRICS Partnership
Nigeria is using its participation in the 2026 BRICS Summit in New Delhi to pursue a broader economic and diplomatic role among some of the world's largest emerging economies. Represented…