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OPay launches IPO on New York Stock Exchange at $19 per share SoftBank-backed fintech company OPay has launched its initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange, pricing its shares at $19 per American depositary share. The company reportedly sold 16 million shares, raising approximately $304 million and achieving a valuation of about $4 billion. Trading commenced on October 30, 2026, under the ticker symbol OPAY, marking a major milestone for the Africa-focused fintech company. Source credit:@Imranmuhdz (X) Disclaimer: Nigerian NewsDirect does not own this video or claim any rights to it. All rights belong to their respective owners. #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #opay #fintech

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Ahead of the 2027 presidential election, Tompolo has donated 25 vehicles to strengthen grassroots mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign. Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji has called on residents to support Tinubu, urging campaigners to reach eligible voters across the state. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/2027-… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #2027elections #ekitistate

Looking for an opportunity in Osun State? The state government is inviting medically fit residents aged 30 and above to apply for ad hoc road-sweeping positions across designated areas. Applications close on November 12, 2026. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/osun-… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #osunstate #recruitment

Hon. Peter Akinola Adele has reportedly lost the opportunity to secure the APC ticket for another term in the House of Representatives. Allegations have emerged that controversy surrounding his son’s sexuality played a role in the political setback, although further clarification from the parties involved is still awaited. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/peter… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #apc #politics

A Federal High Court in Abuja has declared former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha the APC candidate for Imo West Senatorial District in the 2027 elections, directing INEC to publish his name. Despite the ruling, the Imo APC maintains that Governor Hope Uzodimma remains its candidate, saying its legal department will review the judgment. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/court… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #imoapc #politics

A fresh disagreement has emerged between the NLC and TUC over the Federal Government’s proposed ₦70,000 transport allowance for workers. NLC President Joe Ajaero questioned the TUC’s rejection, insisting that the union was not part of the negotiations, while the TUC says workers need a salary increase rather than a temporary wage award. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/nlc-t… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #labour #workers

Nigeria’s ambition to raise crude oil production to three million barrels per day faces major challenges, including inadequate financing, expensive drilling equipment and the migration of skilled professionals. PETAN says about $6 billion is needed to bridge the equipment and infrastructure gap. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/6bn-e… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #oilandgas #petan

Fidelity Bank Plc has successfully redeemed its five-year $400 million Eurobond, meeting its repayment obligation in full using internally generated funds. The development reinforces the bank’s record in international debt markets and follows the completion of its recapitalisation programme. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/fidel… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #fidelitybank #banking

HBM Nigeria Plc has recorded ₦272 billion in profit for the nine months ended September 2026, representing a 31% year-on-year increase. The company also announced that expansion projects at its Sagamu and Ashaka plants are expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2027. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/hbm-n… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #hbm #business

Seplat Energy has boosted its production capacity after restoring 41 previously idle offshore wells, adding 33,700 barrels of oil per day and 176 million standard cubic feet of gas per day. The company also recorded stronger financial results, with net profit rising by 174% in the first nine months of 2026. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/sepla… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #seplatenergy #oilandgas

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Worried about your phone’s privacy? The NCC says its Device Checker platform does not access personal content. Instead, it helps verify whether SIM-enabled devices meet technical and regulatory standards, allowing consumers to check devices before purchasing them. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/devic… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #ncc #dataprivacy

An Aba businessman has been sentenced to five years in prison, with an option of ₦5 million fine, for manufacturing and selling counterfeit Goya olive oil, according to NAFDAC. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/court… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #nafdac #foodsafety

The NSCDC has suspended an officer accused of firing shots into the air during a confrontation with traders at Kubwa Market, Abuja. The officer faces an internal disciplinary trial to determine responsibility for the alleged misconduct. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/nscdc… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #nscdc #abuja

A 25-year-old man, Abdullahi Tukur, has appeared before a Magistrates’ Court in Abeokuta over allegations of breaking into a house through the ceiling and damaging property. He pleaded not guilty to the charges and was granted ₦500,000 bail, while the case was adjourned until November 11. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/man-a… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #ogunstate #court

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has destroyed more than ₦8 billion worth of fake, banned and unwholesome products seized across the North-Central region. The agency said the exercise targeted dangerous goods, including banned alcoholic beverages, counterfeit drugs, expired food products and cosmetics, to protect public health. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/nafda… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #nafdac #foodsafety

Man arraigned over alleged burglary, property damage A 25-year-old man, Abdullahi Tukur, has appeared before a Magistrates’ Court in Abeokuta over allegations of breaking into a house through the ceiling and damaging property. He pleaded not guilty to the charges and was granted ₦500,000 bail, while the case was adjourned until November 11. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/man-a… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #ogunstate #court

The NSCDC has suspended an officer accused of firing shots into the air during a confrontation with traders at Kubwa Market, Abuja. The officer faces an internal disciplinary trial to determine responsibility for the alleged misconduct. Read full story here 👇🏽 nigeriannewsdirect.com/nscdc… #nigeriannewsdirect #nigeriannews #newsdirect #nscdc #abuja