The World Health Organization (WHO) says Africa accounted for about 75% of confirmed mpox cases reported globally in July, as the public health risk from […]
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NGX gains 0.10% as banking stocks lift index on first day of Dangote Refinery IPO
The Nigerian equities market opened the week on a mildly bullish note on Monday, September 14, 2026, as the benchmark All-Share Index (ASI) rose 0.10% […]
Royal Exchange clarifies relationship with REPRU, denies ownership claims
Royal Exchange Plc has clarified that it has no ownership or control over Royal Exchange Prudential Life Plc (REPRU), following the revocation of the insurer’s […]
Correction: NGX says Dangote Refinery IPO transaction figures were incorrectly published
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has informed Nairametrics that figures earlier published on its official X handle regarding subscriptions to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals […]
Nigerian banks trade at discount to African peers despite 68% surge
Nigerian banking stocks have rallied strongly in 2026, adding more than N11 trillion in market value in less than nine months. However, several of the […]
Nigerian banks trade at discount to African peers despite 68% surge
Nigerian banking stocks have rallied strongly in 2026, adding more than N11 trillion in market value in less than nine months. However, several of the […]
AI stocks tumble globally as tech CEOs warn of risks from rapid development
AI-linked stocks fell sharply across global markets on Monday after executives of leading artificial intelligence companies warned about the risks associated with rapid development of […]
Dangote unveils N2.15 trillion IPO, says offer to democratise wealth creation
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Ltd., says the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (FZE) will […]
Nigerian Crude Oil strikes past $115 per Barrel amid Saudi Pipeline Disruption
Nigerian Oil and other major oil contracts moved higher after an attack on Saudi Arabia’s closure of a key crude oil pipeline hit the market, […]
Dangote Refinery IPO: My take
The Dangote Refinery IPO is officially here, with the offer opening today, September 14, 2026. Tagged “The IPO of the People,” the shares are being […]