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.

4753 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

Author's articles

New naira exchange rate as FX reserves fall first time in 2 months

New naira exchange rate as FX reserves fall first time in 2 months

Money

9 days ago

All 25 frequently asked questions and answers on Nigerian tax law starting January 2026

All 25 frequently asked questions and answers on Nigerian tax law starting January 2026

Economy

9 days ago

Dangote begins petrol sales at N739 per litre, names filling stations to buy

Dangote begins petrol sales at N739 per litre, names filling stations to buy

Energy

9 days ago

Dangote among winners as Petroleumprice.ng launches award to honour Industry Excellence

Dangote among winners as Petroleumprice.ng launches award to honour Industry Excellence

Energy

10 days ago

Dangote finally explains why his cement is cheaper outside Nigeria

Dangote finally explains why his cement is cheaper outside Nigeria

Industry

10 days ago

CBN shares expectation for naira in 2026 as dollar continue to rise

CBN shares expectation for naira in 2026 as dollar continue to rise

Money

10 days ago

Elon Musk rewrites billionaire history, now N500bn richer than world 2nd wealthiest man

Elon Musk rewrites billionaire history, now N500bn richer than world 2nd wealthiest man

Money

10 days ago

Elon Musk’s net worth jumped to $749 billion, nearly $500 billion more than Larry Page, driven by Tesla stock options, SpaceX value, and a record pay package.

CBN orders banks to allow ATMs, POS terminals for foreign card transactions

CBN orders banks to allow ATMs, POS terminals for foreign card transactions

Money

10 days ago

The CBN ordered banks to fully accept foreign cards nationwide, ensuring uninterrupted and efficient transactions for tourists and Nigerians returning from abroad.

FG opens portal for Nigerian youths to borrow up to N5 million

FG opens portal for Nigerian youths to borrow up to N5 million

Economy

12 days ago

The Federal Government has launched YouthCred, a new scheme allowing Nigerian youths aged 18–39 to access loans up to N5 million with flexible repayment terms.

Finally, 2 Nigerian international airports get full NCAA certification

Finally, 2 Nigerian international airports get full NCAA certification

Industry

12 days ago

Nigeria’s aviation sector improved as the NCAA certified Port Harcourt and Kano airports, boosting safety standards, confidence, and cooperation between regulators.

Year in review: Naira recovers over N100 against dollar in 2025 as CBN introduces 4 key FX policies

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Year in review: Naira recovers over N100 against dollar in 2025 as CBN introduces 4 key FX policies

Money

12 days ago

The Nigerian currency rebounded strongly in 2025, supported by CBN reforms, higher interest rates, improved FX transparency, and increased dollar inflows.

NNPC releases new petrol prices across states ahead of Christmas

NNPC releases new petrol prices across states ahead of Christmas

Energy

12 days ago

The NNPC limited has released new petrol prices nationwide with Abuja cheapest at N840, Lagos higher, and Gombe State paying more.the most expensive.

Dangote woos filling station owners with free delivery, credit facility, N699 petrol price

Dangote woos filling station owners with free delivery, credit facility, N699 petrol price

Energy

12 days ago

Dangote Petroleum Refinery invites petrol station owners nationwide to register for its free delivery, and credit facilities, endorsed by IPMAN members.

From lost parcels to global trust: the Skyfots global logistics story

From lost parcels to global trust: the Skyfots global logistics story

Industry

13 days ago

Fisayo Somide founded SkyFots Global Logistics to provide reliable, affordable, and transparent parcel delivery, turning personal frustration into a trusted service.

No more N875 as NNPC cuts petrol price again in Lagos, Abuja

No more N875 as NNPC cuts petrol price again in Lagos, Abuja

Energy

13 days ago

There is a new petrol price at filling stations nationwide as NNPC, MRS, and other marketers cut pump rates after Dangote Refinery’s gantry price reduction.

Dave Ibemere