…circulated online, alleged that Afolayan borrowed the money from First Bank in 2022 to finance the production of his epic film ‘Anikulapo’.It further claimed that the filmmaker had repaid only half of the alleged loan after Netflix acquired the movie.Kunle Afolayan reacts to a viral report claiming he is facing legal a…

A 37-year-old microfinance bank employee, Henry Nwoko, on Friday appeared before an Ejigbo Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly forging a letter of non-indebtedness. Nwoko, whose address was not provided, is standing trial on a two-count charge of forgery and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. He, however,…

By Yinka Kolawole The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has disclosed plans by the Federal Government to publish indicators tracking poverty, incomes and inequality to assess the impact of the government’s economic reforms on the living standards of Nigerians. He said the move…

…Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, and the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Dr Taiwo Oyedele, assured investors that Nigeria had entered “a new phase of economic stability capable of supporting long-term investment, productivity and job creation.” In his welcome remarks, the Publisher and Editor-in-…

…Development Office (FCDO) said Sudan's multi-billion-dollar gold trade has been used to finance weapons purchases, military operations and the activities of armed groups involved in the conflict.The sanctions target Sudanese nationals and companies alleged to be linked to financial and commercial networks supporting bo…

…should never be a reward for failure,” he said. Steube also linked his push to America’s finances, asking why the country should keep sending money to Nigeria “as our national debt is fast approaching $40 trillion.” The measure still has to clear the Senate and be signed by the president before it can take effect, mean…

…to bridge the digital financing gap facing women-led MSMEs by providing access to finance, business development support, digital skills and international market opportunities. The initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises non-oil exports, economic diversification, inclusive…

…in farming communities and transport corridors, expanded access to affordable long-term finance for productive sectors, faster budget implementation and deeper domestic value addition. He also urged the government to prioritise efficiency-enhancing reforms rather than imposing additional tax burdens on businesses. Yusu…

…said it would support Nigeria in building a unified, better-targeted and domestically financed social protection system. Drawing lessons from Brazil, Pakistan, Indonesia and India, the framework proposes differentiated support for the ultra-poor, poor and near-poor, alongside expansion of the national social registry,…

…businesses across emerging markets through a programme focused on improving access to finance, digital tools, business training and stronger financial ecosystems. The partnership, which initially targets India, South Africa, Nigeria, Colombia and Mexico, aims to help local financial institutions, governments, microfina…

…for Nigerians. Speaking at the inauguration of the committee at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, said the committee would offer external, data-driven advice to strengthen economic policymaking and ensure that reforms translate…

…funds, the retired personnel plan to mobilize a major protest at the Federal Ministry of Finance to bring the issue directly to the president's attention. by Linda Ikeji at 14/07/2026 1:08 PM | Share this Story

…Adeniyi made the disclosure during an investigative hearing of the Senate Committee on Finance with revenue-generating agencies in Abuja. At the same session, the committee threatened to invoke sanctions against the heads of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of N…

…This latest package is intended to be spent over a three-year period. Part of it will finance education measures in the fight against antisemitism. “Jewish communities are facing an exceptional threat with rising hate crime alongside terrorism and interference from hostile states,” said Matt Jukes, Deputy Commissioner…

…can be attributed to a number of factors. The government has been raising money to finance the deficit. So this financing of the deficit has led to the issuance of bonds, treasury bills, and so on, which banks also buy. The rate is also very attractive, and it’s more attractive to them than lending to the real sector,”…

…53.7 per cent in 2026 before easing marginally to 52.4 per cent in 2027. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, earlier faulted Nigerians, especially analysts and commentators, for criticising government borrowing without considering the purpose, cost and expected returns of su…

…are complying with the provisions of Section 91 of the Electoral Act on campaign finance limits and transparency. According to SERAP, the allegations raised concerns about political finance accountability, electoral fairness and the ability of Nigerians to freely participate in the democratic process. “Opaque political…

…Besides, he further disclosed that the toll of the standoff has extended beyond finances, noting that some affected graduates have developed health complications. The association’s treasurer, he said, died after developing hypertension he linked directly to the unresolved crisis. “We have exhausted dialogue and adminis…

…in Lagos, bringing together NRS officials, e-invoicing technical experts, and senior finance leaders for a working session on integration, onboarding, and compliance strategy. “The questions we are hearing from large and medium businesses are practical: how long integration takes, what it means for their finance and ER…

…should not be measured by the number of enterprise structures provided, but by access to finance for entrepreneurs, improved productivity, expanded markets and better livelihoods for families. "Government creates the enabling environment, entrepreneurs create the prosperity. KASEDA exists to ensure that the latter is n…

…hosted a panel on “Leadership in the AI Era: Building Responsible and Inclusive Digital Finance.” Experts from the fintech industry examined how organisations can adopt AI responsibly while protecting customer trust, strengthening governance and ensuring financial inclusion is not left behind. The discussions also high…

…tracking down and dismantling every such network, no matter how well concealed or well-financed", Marwa stated.He reiterated NDLEA's commitment to ridding Nigeria of drug cartels and their local collaborators, and called on members of the public to continue providing useful information to support the Agency's operation…

…@AmeboWithMoh shared that the woman’s decision stemmed from her insistence that couple finances should be kept private. ‎ ‎Man Post Sparks Buzz ‎ ‎In a devastating turn of events, the woman’s husband lost his job and appealed to her to help with their bills. ‎ ‎However, she refused. He sold off the house and vanished,…

…particularly chiefs of staff, secretaries to the government and those in charge of finance, are often deliberately targeted by persons seeking to embarrass a sitting government. He said if the allegations are genuine, Adeyemi should confront the Chief of Staff and the security agencies directly instead of disappearing.…

…of executive administration such as chiefs of staff, secretaries to the government, and finance heads are frequently targeted by individuals seeking to disrupt or embarrass a sitting government.The Minister maintained that if the grievances were genuine, Adeyemi should confront the chief of staff and relevant security…