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Dave Ibemere

Education: Bachelor of Science Mass Communication (2015), Master of Science Mass Communication University of Lagos (2018), Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Advanced digital reporting 2024

Experience: Business/Financial Analyst, BusinessDay Newspaper (2017-2019), Data journalist/financial analyst, Dataphyte (2019), Business Editor/HOD, Ripples Nigeria (2019-2021)

Awards: Staff of the Year, BusinessDay Research (2019), Awardee IFRA (French government) research award, UNILAG(2018), Information is a Beautiful international award-longlist nominee (2019), Top Business Editor Legit.ng (2022, 2023, 2024)

Dave Ibemere is a senior business editor at Legit.ng. He is a financial journalist with over a decade of experience in print and online media. He also holds a Master's degree from the University of Lagos. He is a member of the African Academy for Open-Source Investigation (AAOSI), the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and other media think tank groups. He previously worked with The Guardian, BusinessDay, and headed the business desk at Ripples Nigeria. Email: dave.ibemere@corp.legit.ng.

5049 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

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Bismark Rewane believes naira is undervalued by 11%, shares correct exchange rate

Bismark Rewane believes naira is undervalued by 11%, shares correct exchange rate

Money

a month ago

Apply for $25m cabotage funds as FG launches digital portal, releases requirements

Apply for $25m cabotage funds as FG launches digital portal, releases requirements

Maritime

a month ago

Equities market closed higher on Friday, investors booked N73.50bn gain

Equities market closed higher on Friday, investors booked N73.50bn gain

Capital Market

a month ago

3 phones to buy in Nigeria with best camera, features and prices

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3 phones to buy in Nigeria with best camera, features and prices

Technology

a month ago

Naira depreciates against US dollar as FX turnover skyrockets

Naira depreciates against US dollar as FX turnover skyrockets

Money

a month ago

Air Peace announces new job vacancies, offers free local and international travel

Air Peace announces new job vacancies, offers free local and international travel

Industry

a month ago

Petrol price rise at depots, filling stations to adjust pumps

Petrol price rise at depots, filling stations to adjust pumps

Energy

a month ago

Depot petrol and diesel prices climbed nationwide as import licence delays left jetties idle, tightened supply, and pushed PMS toward N800 per litre levels.

Stocks market closes bearish after trading on Thursday

Stocks market closes bearish after trading on Thursday

Capital Market

a month ago

The Nigerian stock market fell on Thursday as investors took profits, with Infinity Energy, United Homes REIT, John Holt, NCR gaining, Omatek and others declining.

New petrol price in Nigeria among top 10 cheapest globally in 2026

New petrol price in Nigeria among top 10 cheapest globally in 2026

Energy

a month ago

Nigeria’s fuel prices have fallen as Dangote Refinery cuts gantry to N699 and many stations lower pumps to around N750, helping secure a global top 10 ranking.

Another popular tech company ends smartphone production after 23 years, CEO gives reasons

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Another popular tech company ends smartphone production after 23 years, CEO gives reasons

Technology

a month ago

Asus has announced it will halt Zenfone and ROG Phone releases indefinitely, shifting focus to AI products while maintaining updates and support for devices.

NAFDAC enforces ban on sachet alcohol, sends clear message to manufacturers

NAFDAC enforces ban on sachet alcohol, sends clear message to manufacturers

Industry

a month ago

NAFDAC has begun nationwide enforcement of the ban on alcohol in sachets and bottles under 200ml, aiming to protect children, youths, and public health.

FCCPC announces new compliance deadline for digital lenders, names over 100 loan apps on watchlist

FCCPC announces new compliance deadline for digital lenders, names over 100 loan apps on watchlist

Industry

a month ago

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has set April 2026 as final deadline for digital lenders to regularise operations.

After Dangote, another ‘world class’ refinery to be built in Nigeria, CEO confirms location

After Dangote, another ‘world class’ refinery to be built in Nigeria, CEO confirms location

Energy

a month ago

Clarivo Oil announces a world-class refinery in Calabar, boosting Nigeria’s refining capacity, creating jobs, ensuring energy security, reducing fuel imports.

PalmPay, OPay announce graduate trainee opportunities for Nigerians

PalmPay, OPay announce graduate trainee opportunities for Nigerians

Money

a month ago

PalmPay and OPay have opened applications for their 2025 graduate trainee programmes, offering young Nigerian graduates career growth opportunities in fintech.

Naira rebounds, appreciates against US dollar in forex market

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Naira rebounds, appreciates against US dollar in forex market

Money

a month ago

The Nigerian currency slightly strengthened against the US dollar in NAFEM on Tuesday but weakened against the euro and pound, amid mixed market movements.

Dave Ibemere