Nigerians Can Now Receive PayPal Payments Locally Through Paga Partnership

Nigerian fintech company Paga has partnered with global payments provider PayPal to allow users in Nigeria to receive international PayPal payments directly and withdraw funds locally in naira, marking a major shift in the country’s access to global digital payments.

Google Agrees to Pay $68m to Settle Voice Assistant Privacy Lawsuit

Google has reached a provisional agreement to pay $68 million to settle a long-running class-action lawsuit alleging that its voice-activated assistant unlawfully recorded private conversations without users’ consent.

Lagos Partners MTN to Transform Obalende Under-Bridge into Y’ELLO Bus Park

The Lagos State Government has announced a strategic partnership with MTN Nigeria to redevelop the Obalende under-bridge into a modern, secure and sustainable transport hub, as part of its wider urban renewal drive.

NDDC to Automate Procurement Processes by April - Managing Director

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) will fully automate its procurement processes on or before April, in a move aimed at strengthening transparency, compliance and service delivery, according to its Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku.

Meta Testing Paid Subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp

Meta is set to begin testing paid subscription plans across Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp as it seeks to diversify revenue beyond advertising and tap into new income streams.

EFCC Slams ₦4.3bn Forex Fraud Charges on UBA, Firms and Executives

Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has filed criminal charges amounting to ₦4.3 billion against United Bank for Africa (UBA), two companies and two individuals over alleged foreign exchange fraud.

UAE Records Rise in Cross-Border Financial Crime, Boosting Demand for International Legal Expertise

The United Arab Emirates has recorded a marked increase in cross-border financial crime cases over the past 18 months, driving growing demand for lawyers with both local expertise and internationally recognised legal credentials, according to analysis from within the legal sector.

Rite Foods Reaffirms Clean Energy Drive to Mark International Clean Energy Day 2026

Rite Foods Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading food and beverage manufacturers, has reiterated its commitment to environmental stewardship and the adoption of clean energy as part of activities to mark the 2026 International Clean Energy Day, themed “Clean Energy for People and Planet.”

CBN Grants National Banking Licences to Opay, Moniepoint, Kuda and Other Fintechs

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has upgraded the operating licences of several leading fintech companies and microfinance banks to full national status, formally recognising their nationwide operations.

NNPC Praises Chevron as Awodi-07 Well Confirms Hydrocarbon Potential in Niger Delta

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has congratulated Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) on the successful completion of the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well, describing the outcome as a significant boost to confidence in the joint venture’s asset portfolio.

JMG Cuts Diesel Use, Saves ₦40m a Year as Solar Powers Lagos Headquarters on Clean Energy Day

As Clean Energy Day is marked on January 26, JMG Limited is underscoring its role in Nigeria’s clean energy transition with a major operational milestone: a sharp reduction in diesel consumption at its Lagos head office, translating into annual savings of up to ₦40 million.

First Asset Management earns upgraded ratings from DataPro and Agusto & Co

First Asset Management, a subsidiary of FirstHoldCo Plc, has secured upgraded ratings from two leading Nigerian rating agencies, underscoring its growing strength and resilience in the country’s asset management industry.

Emirates, Air Peace Activate Bilateral Interline Agreement to Boost Africa–Global Connectivity

Emirates and Air Peace have activated a bilateral interline agreement, deepening their existing partnership and significantly enhancing seamless air connectivity between Africa, the UAE, and major international destinations.