Sahara Group will convene policymakers, investors, industry leaders, and energy experts for the third edition of Asharami Square, its thought leadership platform focused on advancing discussions on Africa's energy future. According to a statement by the company, the event, themed "Energising Africa's Future: Legacy, Impact, and Transformation," will feature a…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that it opened two domiciliary accounts linked to the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) following a directive from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF), but maintained that the accounts were never funded or used. The disclosure was…

The Federal Government is preparing to issue a second bond valued at about N729 billion under the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme (PPSDRP) as part of efforts to settle verified legacy debts owed to electricity Generation Companies (Gencos) and improve liquidity in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). Ahead…

Investor confidence in Nigeria's banking sector has continued to strengthen following the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) reform measures, driving the combined market capitalization of 12 listed deposit money banks to N25.6 trillion as of July 17, 2026. The figure represents an increase of N9.45 trillion, or 58.6 per cent,…

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA), Nigeria Chapter, has announced a range of strategic initiatives aimed at boosting professional capacity, driving industry research and preparing facility managers for Nigeria's changing energy landscape. The plans were unveiled at the IFMA Corporate Membership event, themed "Evaluating the Impact of New Energy Regulations…

Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan Six months into her tenure as Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan is driving reforms aimed at strengthening regulatory certainty, improving operational efficiency, accelerating decision-making, and enhancing transparency. The early results are becoming increasingly visible, with higher oil production, renewed…