Why nearly half of Nigeria’s listed companies paid no dividends in three years Whether through dividend payment or capital appreciation or both ways, a stock must have a means of compensating investors for people to find it worth investing in. The post Why nearly half of Nigeria’s listed companies paid no dividends in three years appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/business/business-news/904534-why-nearly-half-of-nigerias-listed-companies-paid-no-dividends-in-three-years.html #news

2027: I’ll give Atiku, opposition high BP, make them suffer crisis – Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has said he is ready to give the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and other opposition candidates in the upcoming 2027 election high blood pressure. Wike made the vow on Friday in Abuja while speaking to journalists during an inspection of infrastructure […] 2027: I’ll give Atiku, opposition high BP, make them suffer crisis – Wike https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/2027-ill-give-atiku-opposition-high-bp-make-them-suffer-crisis-wike/ #news

2027: Adeleke belongs to us – Wike hints at largest rainbow coalition for Tinubu Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has hinted at plans to form what he described as the “largest rainbow coalition” to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Wike made the remark while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Friday about the visit of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to his residence on Thursday. […] 2027: Adeleke belongs to us – Wike hints at largest rainbow coalition for Tinubu https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/2027-adeleke-belongs-to-us-wike-hints-at-largest-rainbow-coalition-for-tinubu/ #news

‘I beat you guys’ – Davido teases with Wike in Abuja [VIDEO] A video clip capturing the moment Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, teased the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, over the outcome of the Osun State governorship election has gone viral. In the 16-second clip, Davido was heard telling Wike that he defeated the All Progressives Congress, APC, government. […] ‘I beat you guys’ – Davido teases with Wike in Abuja [VIDEO] https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/i-beat-you-guys-davido-teases-with-wike-in-abuja-video/ #news

DSS arrests three suspected kidnappers, rescues victim in Nasarawa Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested three suspected kidnappers in Nasarawa State and rescued a victim. One suspect was apprehended at the criminals’ hideout in Atabula, Duduguru community, Jenkwe Development Area, while the other two were tracked down and arrested at a hotel in Lafia, the state capital. The security operatives […] DSS arrests three suspected kidnappers, rescues victim in Nasarawa https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/dss-arrests-three-suspected-kidnappers-rescues-victim-in-nasarawa/ #news

From Growth to Scale: Financing Nigeria’s High-Growth Companies Chinwe Okoronkwo Nigeria has no shortage of businesses with the potential to become significantly larger. The bigger challenge is ensuring that these companies have access to the capital required to https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/08/20/from-growth-to-scale-financing-nigerias-high-growth-companies/ #news

Abuja flood: Demolition will reach every part of FCT – Wike declares Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has announced that ongoing demolitions targeting illegal structures built on drainage channels will expand from Maitama District across the entire territory without exception. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, following an extensive inspection tour of major infrastructure projects across the Federal Capital Territory, […] Abuja flood: Demolition will reach every part of FCT – Wike declares https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/19/abuja-flood-demolition-will-reach-every-part-of-fct-wike-declares/ #news

Sachin Bansal’s fintech Navi raises first outside capital with $100M Prosus investment The investment comes amid Navi plans to go public. https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/19/sachin-bansals-fintech-navi-raises-first-outside-capital-with-100m-prosus-investment/ #news

Imo spends N2.19bn on security as N1.47trn budget records 14.4% performance in first half of 2026 Imo State spent N2.19bn on security in the first half of 2026 in the thick of deadly attacks and kidnappings, even as revenue shortfalls left critical sectors with little or no capital funding. The post Imo spends N2.19bn on security as N1.47trn budget records 14.4% performance in first half of 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/904062-imo-spends-n2-19bn-on-security-as-n1-47trn-budget-records-14-4-performance-in-first-half-of-2026.html #news

Rivian spinout Also raises another $150M The round, led by Prysm Capital, will fund the company's expansion beyond pedal-assist electric bikes and commercial cargo quads to autonomous delivery vehicles. https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/19/rivian-spinout-also-raises-another-150-million/ #news

Dangote Refinery Secures $1bn Backing Ahead of Planned IPO • Deal comprises completed, funded $600m private placement, $400m underwriting commitment   •Transaction reflects confidence in refinery’s strategic role, says Africa’s richest man  •Oramah: Transaction demonstrated the appetite for African-led capital https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/08/19/dangote-refinery-secures-1bn-backing-ahead-of-planned-ipo/ #news

Abuja Flooding: Wike Orders Immediate Demolition of Structures on Waterways Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate demolition of all structures constructed on waterways and flood channels across the FCT, saying exceptions https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/08/19/abuja-flooding-wike-orders-immediate-demolition-of-structures-on-waterways/ #news