Kulipa secures $6.2m funding to expand stablecoin card payments globally

Kulipa, a Paris-based stablecoin card issuing infrastructure platform, has raised $6.2 million in seed funding to accelerate the adoption of real-world stablecoin payments across global fintech platforms.

CBN introduces payments committee for digital economy and crypto compliance programme for fintech firms

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has stepped up efforts to strengthen oversight of the country’s fast-growing digital finance sector, unveiling a new payments committee alongside a pilot compliance programme targeting cryptocurrency operators.

GTCO opens applications for “Take on Squad” Hackathon 3.0 to drive tech innovation in Africa

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has launched the third edition of its “Take on Squad” Hackathon, reinforcing its commitment to promoting innovation, nurturing talent and supporting the development of technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges across Africa.

Turkish Airlines launches Timișoara route, expanding Romania network to four cities

Turkish Airlines has expanded its operations in Romania with the launch of flights to Timișoara, its fourth destination in the country after Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca and Constanta.

BUA Foods MD Ayodele Abioye to headline 2026 Industry Summit on real sector growth

The Managing Director of BUA Foods Plc, Dr Ayodele Musibau Abioye, has been named keynote speaker for the 2026 Industry Summit, themed ‘The Year of the Real Sector’.

NiRA board rejects allegations as ‘false and misleading’, to address concerns at AGM

The Executive Board of Directors (EBOD) of the Association has dismissed circulating allegations against its leadership and governance as “unsubstantiated, misleading, and, in several respects, patently false”.

Newcastle United posts first profit under PIF ownership following stadium sale

Newcastle United has returned to profit for the first time since coming under the ownership of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), boosted by the sale of St James’ Park and adjacent assets to a sister company.

NGX RegCo fines five brokerages for market misconduct, strengthens investor protection

Nigeria’s capital market regulator, NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo), has imposed substantial financial penalties and corrective measures on five dealing member firms following findings of market misconduct. The action signals a firmer regulatory stance aimed at safeguarding market integrity and boosting investor confidence.

Khaby Lame named ambassador for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games ahead of Africa’s first Olympic event

Khaby Lame has been named an official ambassador for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), marking a major milestone in the lead-up to the first Olympic sporting event to be hosted in Africa. His appointment highlights the growing international profile and appeal of the Games.

Nigeria’s 3MTT programme sees surge in applications, spotlighting nation’s tech talent ambitions

Nigeria’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of the country’s economic future, driven not only by ambition but by an urgent need to equip its workforce with digital skills.

FIFA sells out 2026 World Cup sponsorships as global tensions cast shadow over tournament

World football’s governing body FIFA has confirmed it has sold out its entire global sponsorship inventory for the 2026 men’s FIFA World Cup, underlining record commercial success ahead of the tournament.

LIRS extends personal income tax filing deadline to 14 April 2026

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has extended the deadline for filing individual annual income tax returns to 14 April 2026, offering taxpayers an additional two weeks beyond the original 1 April cut-off.

VFD Group shares fall 10% on NGX after rights issue approval despite strong investor demand

VFD Group Plc shed 10 per cent of its market value on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) on Monday after regulatory approval of its recent rights issue triggered a decline in its share price.