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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.

5438 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

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N1,356/$: Naira opens week stronger against US dollar in FX markets

N1,356/$: Naira opens week stronger against US dollar in FX markets

Money

2 months ago

Nigerian stocks rally as market capitalisation hits N131.6trn

Nigerian stocks rally as market capitalisation hits N131.6trn

Capital Market

2 months ago

DBI, ITU begin capacity training to support 90,000km fibre optic project

DBI, ITU begin capacity training to support 90,000km fibre optic project

Technology

2 months ago

Excitement as Jerry Eze shortlists candidates nationwide for $525,000 business grant

Excitement as Jerry Eze shortlists candidates nationwide for $525,000 business grant

Economy

2 months ago

Full list of Samsung phones that will stop receiving updates in 2026

Full list of Samsung phones that will stop receiving updates in 2026

Industry

2 months ago

SEC freezes assets of alleged terrorism-financiers in Nigeria, releases 13 names, companies

SEC freezes assets of alleged terrorism-financiers in Nigeria, releases 13 names, companies

Capital Market

2 months ago

New petrol prices expected after Trump's decision push up crude oil cost

New petrol prices expected after Trump's decision push up crude oil cost

Energy

2 months ago

Oil prices surged above $103 after Donald Trump announced an Iran blockade, raising supply fears and likely pushing Nigeria’s petrol prices higher.

Nigerian stock investors gain N707bn as N31.5bn exchange hands

Nigerian stock investors gain N707bn as N31.5bn exchange hands

Capital Market

2 months ago

The Nigerian stock market closed higher as bargain hunting in banking, consumer goods, and industrial stocks lifted the index despite losses in insurance sector.

Petrol prices drop as marketers announce new rates

Petrol prices drop as marketers announce new rates

Energy

2 months ago

Petrol prices have dropped across major Nigerian depots as crude oil eases globally, prompting marketers and Dangote to adjust rates downward nationwide.

Naira rallies to strongest level in weeks against US dollar

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Naira rallies to strongest level in weeks against US dollar

Money

2 months ago

The naira appreciated against US dollar in the official market, recording steady gains after Easter, despite concerns over declining external reserves levels.

FG introduces new tax from July 1, 2026, slashes tarrif on rice, palm oil and sugar

FG introduces new tax from July 1, 2026, slashes tarrif on rice, palm oil and sugar

Economy

2 months ago

The federal government reduces vehicle tariffs while introducing new taxes on drinks and tobacco products under the 2026 fiscal reforms to boost revenue.

Cost of cars to get cheaper as FG approves tariff cut in new policy

Cost of cars to get cheaper as FG approves tariff cut in new policy

Economy

2 months ago

Nigeria cuts import tariffs on passenger vehicles to 40%, aiming to reduce car prices and improve affordability as imports rise to N1.58 trillion in 2025.

Ogun 2027: 'Why Gboyega Isiaka’s experience, track records stand him out in governorship race'

Ogun 2027: 'Why Gboyega Isiaka’s experience, track records stand him out in governorship race'

Nigeria

2 months ago

Gboyega Nasir Isiaka’s years of experience in investment, governance, and grassroots politics position him as a strong contender ahead of Ogun State APC primaries.

Nigeria’s new free TV platform launches May 15, with over 100 free channels

Nigeria’s new free TV platform launches May 15, with over 100 free channels

Industry

2 months ago

Nigeria will launch FreeTV on May 15, as the National Broadcasting Commission moves to revive digital broadcasting amid industry backlash and legal threats.

FG opens portal to apply for MSME awards, N100bn up for grabs

FG opens portal to apply for MSME awards, N100bn up for grabs

Industry

2 months ago

FG has opened application portal for the National MSME Awards to support Nigerian entrepreneurs, promote innovation, and reward outstanding businesses

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