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The Punch

CBN Holds Interest Rate Steady at 27.5% Amid Inflation Concerns

The Central Bank of Nigeria maintained its benchmark interest rate at 27.5%, citing persistent inflationary pressures and the need for monetary policy stability in the short term.

enCentral Bank of NigeriaNigeria
Vanguard

Lagos Launches $500M Green Energy Initiative for Industrial Zones

The Lagos State Government unveiled a $500 million renewable energy programme targeting industrial zones across the state, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 40% before 2030.

enLagos State GovernmentLagos
TheCable

Dangote Refinery Reaches 500,000 Barrels Per Day Production Milestone

Africa's largest oil refinery has achieved its target production capacity, marking a significant step toward Nigeria's energy self-sufficiency and reducing the nation's dependency on imported fuel.

enDangote RefineryAliko Dangote
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      ]
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      "id": 1003,
      "title": "Dangote Refinery Reaches 500,000 Barrels Per Day Production Milestone",
      "summary": "Africa's largest oil refinery has achieved its target production capacity, marking a significant step toward Nigeria's energy self-sufficiency and reducing the nation's dependency on imported fuel.",
      "source_id": 3,
      "date_published": "2026-03-13T16:45:00Z",
      "language": "en",
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  &sources=punch,vanguard
  &sentiment=positive
  &from_date=2026-03-01
  &per_page=10

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