Food prices in major Lagos markets increased again in May 2026 after many items became cheaper in April. Traders blamed the latest increase on higher transport and logistics costs, seasonal supply changes, and rising diesel prices. According to the survey, fuel prices rose from N1,245 per litre in April to an average of N1,330 in…
Nigerians are bracing for yet another round of electricity tariff increases, even as the nation continues to struggle with persistent blackouts, crumbling infrastructure, and a power supply that barely meets a fraction of its demand. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has signalled it is reviewing electricity tariffs across all customer bands, raising fears among millions…
Donald Trump’s plan to lower the price of eggs across America might have been cracked by his desire for tariffs. Two weeks ago, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the Trump administration was planning to import millions of eggs from Turkey and South Korea (among other countries) to increase supply and lower skyrocketing prices. Those prices…
Chioma “GoodHair” Ikokwu is more than a name, it’s a statement! The award-winning entrepreneur, barrister, and reality TV star embodied elegance at the Consumer’s Choice Awards in Tanzania, flawlessly channelling the event’s “Elegantly Blue“ theme. Crowned the Most Promising Female Business Leader in Africa, Chioma stunned in a captivating couture gown by CLASIKQDIANE. Her sleek…
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Stella Qiu Asian shares ended a brutal week on a steadier note helped by Chinese consumers pushing retail sales beyond forecasts after a blitz of policy support measures shored up… well, the stock market, mostly. Yes, property sales picked up a tad but…
