The first quarter of 2026 featured major developments across Nigeria’s financial, commercial, and regulatory sectors. Key actions such as the SEC’s increase in capital requirements and MTN’s proposed acquisition of IHS Towers signal stronger regulation and major strategic investments.

New initiatives like the SEC Regulatory Hub, the National Intellectual Property Policy and Strategy (NIPPS), and NDPC enforcement efforts reflect a push for better oversight and transparency. Nigeria’s global standing is also improving, with its removal from the EU high-risk AML/CFT list. 

This edition of Business Intelligence and Commercial Awareness Report highlights key developments to help stakeholders understand the changing business environment and emerging opportunities.