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Central bank bows to pressure as millions are left unable to obtain new banknotes with a presidential election looming
Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar are frontrunners to be next leader of country of 210mn people
West African country says successful claim by oil and gas company P&ID built on ‘massive fraud’
February’s presidential election has the potential to be a significant turning point
What’s a few naira between friends?
Ex-Lagos governor and ruling party candidate believes it is his turn to lead the country but he faces obstacles
Complicated electoral maths of Africa’s largest economy may favour the veteran politician in February’s election
Investors must hope a new government next year will tackle fuel subsidies and currency issues
Start-up backed by likes of Alameda Research is now set to cut a large number of its staff
As Art X Lagos opens this weekend, will it feel the effects of the global economic downturn and domestic problems?
Why a digital record of the kingdom’s looted treasures marks a new era in the battle to reclaim its history
London judge refuses country’s call to be paid damages when commodities group is sentenced
The 61-year-old former governor emerges as first credible third-party candidate since return to democracy in 1999
Unusually heavy rainy season and dam discharges destroy farmland and roads in most states, says government
Nike Davies-Okundaye has turned making the Nigerian adire textile into an art form and a business
Waiting for unspecified ‘progress’ to be achieved before releasing funds looted by corrupt former leaders is unconscionable
Daystar acquisition marks UK energy major’s latest move to build out global green energy business
Bigger than expected move comes after naira hits fresh low against the dollar
Worsening security and economic stagnation have seen many scrambling for the exits
Outgoing president Muhammadu Buhari seeks to cement legacy with rebranded Nigeria Air
The government collects a tiny fraction of output in taxes, with the result that the populace expects very little in return
Chronic shortage of currency tips into crisis as African power giant fails to profit from rising oil prices
Food inflation soared to 23% in August on the back of higher cost of essentials including cereals and meat
People across continent struggle to cope with impact of weak currencies and high prices
The walkout by staff over pay and the funding of institutions highlight the government’s financial frailties
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