…markets than in others.What ₦50,000 can buyA FarmAgric food-price tracker covering 10 Nigerian markets provides a useful reference for planning purchases. Its September figures put a derica of locally manufactured rice at ₦833, a derica of Oloyin beans at ₦969 and a 2.6kg paint of white garri at ₦1,289. A mediu…

…he said. Cardoso identified greater participation by Chinese financial institutions in Nigerian markets as a practical opportunity to broaden the relationship. “We believe there is considerable scope to broaden this relationship, particularly by encouraging greater participation by Chinese financial institutions in Nig…

…has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.Garri prices have declined, with white and yellow varieties recording lower average prices in October compared to January 2026 prices.Data tracking the monthly average price of a 2.…

…illegal pesticide supply chains and prevent prohibited products from entering the Nigerian market through neighboring countries and unauthorised routes. In a statement obtained by Sunday PUNCH on Saturday, signed by its Director-General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, NAFDAC expressed concern that pesticides lacking requi…

Food prices of several popular staples fell in Nigerian markets in September, giving consumers some reliefSweet potatoes, plantain, maize, pepper, garri, beans and rice were among the items that became cheaperHowever, prices remained mixed, with some foods such as egusi, tomatoes and vegetable oil becoming more expensi…

…MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.Petrol depot prices increased in most major Nigerian markets between Monday, August 17 and Friday, August 21, 2026, as rising international crude prices and supply concerns linked to the Strait of Hormuz put pressure on the downstream market.According to Petroleumprice.ng, PMS…

…to preventing harmful and prohibited pharmaceutical products from finding their way into Nigerian markets. The expired medicaments were intercepted during a joint examination conducted by officers of the Command in collaboration with NAFDAC and other relevant agencies.” She added, “The consignment contained several car…

…50 per cent and Ghana's 39 per cent. Unregulated skin-lightening products sold across Nigerian markets contain mercury, excessive concentrations of hydroquinone or corticosteroids, the BBC report said. Mercury inhibits melanin production but accumulates in the body, causing kidney damage, nerve damage and neurological…