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By Esther Ihejirika Electricity sector experts have called for increased local meter manufacturing, sustainable financing and wider adoption of smart technology to accelerate meter deployment and close Nigeria’s metering gap. They made the call during a webinar on rapid meter rollout, stressing the need for a coordinated national metering plan to improve revenue collection, reduce […]

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Africa’s ambition to become global industrial powerhouse hinges on its ability to mobilize long-term financing, deliver reliable electricity and adopt policies that turn its vast natural resources into manufactured products, President/Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has declared. Dangote, who has outlined a $50 billion investment programme for 2026 to 2030, said the continent […]

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…As 20 record capital gains By Peter Egwuatu Share prices of 55 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) depreciated last week following profit taking by the investors. However, 20 stocks appreciated in price during the week under review. The week’s performance highlights the market correction facing the stock market as investors reassess their […]

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By Obas Esiedesa Domestic crude oil supply to Nigerian refineries declined by 6.3 per cent to 15.97 million barrels in September 2026 from 17.05 million barrels in August. This comes as petrol supply from domestic refineries and imports fell sharply during the month. The September 2026 Midstream and Downstream Report released by the Nigerian Midstream […]

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