The Nigerian health and pharmaceutical sector is confronted with a rising demand for effective and adequate healthcarpharmaceutical pharmaceutical products. However, the path to ensuring that effective...

Nigeria's shift from a voluntary health insurance scheme to a mandatory national system under the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act represents one of the most consequential transformations...

Q4 2025 marks an important period for Nigeria's health and pharmaceutical sector. It is no longer just about introducing new reforms, but about strengthening what has already been put in place...

Nigeria's intellectual property sector has seen significant developments including the implementation of the National Intellectual Property Policy and Strategy, the inauguration of WIPO's first Sub-Saharan...

Nigeria's 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures introduce sweeping import restrictions on Fast-Moving Consumer Goods from non-ECOWAS countries, fundamentally reshaping supply chains across food, household care...

The issuance of the General Application and Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025 by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) is a significant milestone in the operationalisation of the Nigeria Data Protection Act...

Nigeria remains one of Africa's most dynamic economies. With a population exceeding 200 million, a fast-growing middle class, and a rapidly expanding digital economy...

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) issued an Information Circular on 14th June 2024, to clarify the tax treatment of foreign exchange (forex) transactions (‘the Circular').

In early January 2026, reports circulated regarding significant U.S. actions in Venezuela, including alleged military operations in and around Caracas and claims concerning...

On July 26, 2024, Nigeria's electricity sector saw a significant change as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) introduced a new Order...

As the world intensifies its efforts to combat climate change, carbon markets have emerged as a key mechanism for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

The advent of telemedicine has redefined healthcare delivery globally, and Nigeria is no exception. Telemedicine emerged as a result of technological advancements and its increasing integration into daily life.

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is changing how businesses issue invoices and report Value Added Tax (VAT).

Nigeria's transport sector is experiencing significant transformation across maritime, aviation, and logistics, with major infrastructure projects gaining momentum and foreign investment surging by 649%. New financing schemes, digital platforms, and international partnerships are driving efficiency improvements and positioning the sector for sustained growth and increased investor confidence.

Nigeria's transportation sector experienced significant growth and transformation in Q2 2026, driven by accelerated infrastructure projects, enhanced regional integration through AfCFTA, and increased private sector participation. The quarter showcased operational improvements across aviation, maritime, and road networks, supported by the positive impact of 2025 tax reforms on investor confidence and regulatory efficiency.

Cross-border acquisitions have become one of the defining features of Africa's evolving financial landscape. Regional banks, global investors...

When a company enters receivership, control typically shifts to the receiver—but what happens when the very basis of that control is challenged?

The second quarter of 2026 brought transformative changes to Nigeria's financial services sector as banking recapitalisation concluded and regulators pivoted toward strengthening governance, market integrity...

Nigeria's Revenue Service has issued comprehensive guidelines clarifying how virtual assets are taxed under existing legislation. The framework addresses taxation for individuals and businesses engaged in cryptocurrency trading, virtual asset service providers, and peer-to-peer marketplaces. A notable feature is the requirement to compute gains in US dollars rather than Naira.

Nigeria's port sector enters a transformative phase with the enactment of the Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency Act, establishing a comprehensive legal framework for economic regulation and oversight. The legislation grants the Nigerian Shippers' Council expanded statutory powers over tariffs, licensing, competition matters, and commercial dispute resolution. Critical questions remain about implementation and how the new regulatory structure will coordinate with existing maritime agencies to avoid ju