Nigeria Telecom Subscribers Hit 195 Million as MTN Crosses 100 Million
Nigeria's mobile subscriptions reached 195,108,814 in July 2026, while MTN Nigeria became the first operator to cross 100 million subscribers.
September 11, 2026Section
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European Investment Bank Puts US$126 Million Into Nigeria and African Startups
The European Investment Bank has invested €108 million in Nigeria and other African countries through its Boost Africa initiative over...
September 11, 2026
NNPC Opens First Self-Service Smart Filling Station in Abuja
NNPC launched its first self-service smart filling station in Abuja on 10 September 2026, with 50 to 70 more planned...
September 11, 2026
inDrive App Installs Surge 96 Percent in Nigeria
inDrive app installs surged 96 percent in Nigeria, making it the top ride-hailing app by installs, according to Sensor Tower...
September 11, 2026
AFRICOM Announces New Military Equipment Delivery to Nigeria in West Africa
The United States Africa Command delivered critical military supplies to Nigerian forces in Abuja, deepening a security partnership against jihadist
September 10, 2026
Why NGX Postponed Its New Shares Pricing Methodology Launch
NGX postponed its tiered shares pricing methodology launch after regulators demanded broader consultation, delaying rules set for August 17, 2026.
September 10, 2026
Peter Obi’s Convoy Blocked by Youths on Benue Massacre Visit
NIGERIA · POLITICS Key Facts —What happened A group of youths blocked the convoy of Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic...
September 9, 2026
Bandits Kill at Least 10 and Abduct Dozens in Night Raid on Sokoto Village
is this: at least seven people, and possibly 10 or more, were killed; dozens were abducted; some have since been...
September 9, 2026
Dangote Refinery Plans US$14.3 Billion to Double Output
Dangote’s IPO offers 4.1 billion shares at N525 (about US$0.40), open 14 September to 13 October, to fund a US$14.3...
September 9, 2026