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Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) has completed turnaround maintenance on the Bonga Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel, enabling production to resume at Nigeria’s flagship deepwater oil field on 6 March 2026.
Adobe has begun the search for a new chief executive after Shantanu Narayen announced he will step down from the role he has held for 18 years.
Wema Bank Plc has appointed engineer Wilson Chiedu Agu as an independent non-executive director following approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria.
A new global fitness campaign is encouraging people to exercise while helping tackle child hunger, as Technogym launches its “Let’s Move & Donate Food” initiative in partnership with the UN World Food Programme.
WhatsApp has introduced a new category of parent-supervised accounts designed for users under the age of 13, in what the company describes as one of its most significant safety updates.
Digital banking firm Revolut has received full approval to operate as a bank in the United Kingdom after the Prudential Regulation Authority lifted restrictions on its license.
Iran has announced it will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, citing escalating tensions with Washington and the reported killing of its leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Nigeria’s equities market recorded a sharp downturn on Tuesday as the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) All-Share Index (ASI) declined by 0.57 per cent, erasing about N725 billion from investors’ wealth.
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) has called on stakeholders across the continent’s oil and gas industry to boycott the upcoming Africa Energies Summit, citing concerns about African representation and commitment to local content.
TPT International marked International Women’s Day 2026 by celebrating the women within the organisation with a specially organised outing aimed at recognising their dedication, creativity and contributions to the agency.
Turkish Airlines has responded to recent protest actions targeting its operations at Lagos and Abuja airports, describing the situation as regrettable while reaffirming its commitment to ongoing discussions with aviation union representatives.
MTN has become the first mobile operator in Africa to successfully test Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite technology, marking a major milestone in the continent’s telecoms landscape. The trial in Zambia involved transmitting the country’s first-ever data session and completing a fintech transaction using MTN’s licensed spectrum in combination with Starlink’s satellite network.
McEnies Global Communications is playing a key role in advancing climate and health integration in Nigeria through the Weather and Climate Information Services for Resilience (WISER) Health project, an initiative designed to improve the use of weather and climate information in addressing climate-related health risks.
Bluesky founder Jay Graber has stepped down as chief executive of the fast-growing social media platform, moving into a newly created role as Chief Innovation Officer as the company enters its next phase of development.
Football giant, Real Madrid are close to finalising a major commercial agreement that could generate around $325 million per season from shirt sponsorship alone, with Emirates, Adidas and HP forming the core of the club’s lucrative partnership portfolio.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced new regulations requiring banks and other financial institutions to deploy automated systems to detect suspicious financial transactions, a move aimed at strengthening oversight in Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital economy.
Nigeria’s leading power generation company, Geregu Power Plc, is projecting more than N8 billion in profit for the half-year period ending 30 June 2026.
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TikTok has announced an additional $200,000 investment in artificial intelligence media literacy programmes across Sub-Saharan Africa during its third annual Safer Internet Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya.
First Asset Management has announced an upgrade to its investment management rating by DataPro Limited, moving from ‘AA-’ to ‘AA’, alongside an affirmation of its A+(IM) rating by Agusto & Co.
Huawei has presented a new vision for the future of global transportation, unveiling five digital solutions designed to accelerate the shift towards intelligent mobility and logistics at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026.
Oil prices briefly surged above $120 per barrel on Monday as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran unsettled global commodity markets and triggered fresh concerns over supply disruptions.
Payments orchestration start-up NjiaPay has raised $2.1 million in seed funding, with the investment round led by European SaaS-focused venture capital firm Newion.
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will support the successful hosting of the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) in Nigeria.
Rite Foods Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment, equity and inclusive growth as it joined the global community to mark International Women’s Day 2026 under the theme, “Give to Gain”.
Entries have officially opened for the 73rd edition of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, which will take place from 22 to 26 June 2026 in Cannes, France.
Google has expanded its artificial intelligence-powered search capabilities in Nigeria by adding support for the Yoruba and Hausa languages, a move aimed at improving digital accessibility and enabling millions of Nigerians to search the internet in their native languages.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has introduced a temporary hybrid payment system at airport toll gates following a directive from President Bola Tinubu to ease the implementation of the cashless policy across the country’s airports.
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has unveiled a continent-wide aviation financing platform aimed at transforming Africa’s rapidly growing air travel demand into sustainable connectivity, profitability and long-term economic growth.
Quest Merchant Bank Limited has met the ₦50 billion minimum capital requirement for merchant banks set by the Central Bank of Nigeria, strengthening its capital base and positioning the institution to play a larger role in financing Nigeria’s economic growth.
US President Donald Trump has said he is unconcerned about Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as escalating conflict in the Middle East casts uncertainty over a series of major sporting events.
Dimension Data Nigeria has officially executed its N20 billion ($15m) Bond Programme under Dimension Data SPV Funding Plc, following approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The signing ceremony, which marked the completion of all programme documentation and regulatory clearances, was held recently at the Capital Club, Victoria Island, Lagos.
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has welcomed GCR Ratings’ latest action, which affirmed the Bank’s international scale long-term and short-term issuer ratings at A and A2, respectively. The rating outlook was revised from “Rating Watch Evolving” to Stable.
The Gerety Awards has unveiled the full Global Executive Jury for its 2026 edition, bringing together a diverse international collective of creative leaders who will shape the shortlist for the year.
Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a new exit benefit scheme granting retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equivalent to 100 per cent of their total annual emolument.
Ghana has officially launched its first 5G network, aiming to improve network quality and expand connectivity across the country. Selected areas in Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, and other major cities now have access to shared 4G/5G infrastructure.
The Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026 concluded in Cape Town with a clear call to action for the continent to harness its digital revolution, transform water financing, and redesign agriculture to achieve a sustainable, net-zero future. The four-day summit brought together over 600 delegates from 42 countries, including global investors, project developers, and policymakers. The consensus was that sound policies and innovative financing can turn Africa’s climate vulnerabilities into economic opportunities.
Turkish Airlines has reported a profit of $2.2 billion from its main operations in 2025, underlining the strength of its business model and sustainable growth strategy amid a challenging global operating environment.
MultiChoice, now part of Canal+, has announced plans to discontinue its streaming platform Showmax following a strategic review of its operations. The decision, approved by the Showmax Board of Directors, marks a significant shift as the group seeks to refocus resources in an increasingly competitive and capital-intensive global streaming market.
Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital has issued a formal statement following interim suspension orders handed down by the Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel in connection with ongoing proceedings relating to the death of Master Nkanu Nnamdi Esege.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has increased the discount rate on 364-day Nigerian Treasury bills by 83 basis points to 16.73% at its main auction held on Wednesday, signalling tighter liquidity conditions in the domestic fixed-income market.
Algeria has formally expressed interest in hosting a future edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), marking a potential expansion of the African Union Commission-backed pan-African music platform into North Africa.
One of Nigeria’s largest cocoa exporters and a top five non-oil export contributor, Sunbeth Global Concepts Limited, has secured approval to establish a ₦200 billion Commercial Paper Programme and launched up to ₦100 billion in Series 1, 2 and 3 issuances under the scheme.
Brent crude rose to $80 a barrel on Tuesday as escalating tensions in the Middle East unsettled global commodity markets, intensifying concerns over oil supply disruptions and pushing up energy costs.
Nigeria’s pension industry has recorded steady growth in Retirement Savings Account (RSA) membership, increasing from 9,529,127 in 2021 to 11,040,227 in 2025 — a rise of approximately 15.9 per cent over five years.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, replacing Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite.
Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), the flagship philanthropic initiative of Alibaba Philanthropy and the Jack Ma Foundation, has opened applications for its eighth edition, offering 1.5 million US dollars in grant funding to outstanding African entrepreneurs.
SBI Media Group has launched a new global website as part of a wider digital transformation strategy aimed at strengthening its international brand presence and improving collaboration across its network.
KFC Africa has honoured 55 women from across the continent to mark International Women’s Day on 8 March, spotlighting leaders whose work reflects this year’s global theme, Give to Gain.
Pan-African payments aggregator PawaPay has partnered with global online trading platform Deriv to enable mobile money deposits across multiple African markets, as both firms deepen their footprint on the continent.
Global oil prices surged sharply on Monday morning in early Asian trading as the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran escalated, raising fresh concerns over global energy supply and security.
