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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.

5958 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

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Full List: SEC approves 7 more crypto firms to operate in Nigeria

Full List: SEC approves 7 more crypto firms to operate in Nigeria

Technology

2 months ago

Naira appreciates against US dollar, traders quote new exchange rates for black market

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Naira appreciates against US dollar, traders quote new exchange rates for black market

Money

2 months ago

Relief as Dangote Refinery crashes petrol price again

Relief as Dangote Refinery crashes petrol price again

Energy

2 months ago

Subscriber recounts ordeal during airtime lending shutdown: “I was devastated”

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Subscriber recounts ordeal during airtime lending shutdown: “I was devastated”

Technology

2 months ago

CBN alerts Nigerians on fraudsters’ tactics, shares tips to avoid falling victim

CBN alerts Nigerians on fraudsters’ tactics, shares tips to avoid falling victim

Money

2 months ago

Again, NNPC announces new petrol pump prices, other filling stations adjust

Again, NNPC announces new petrol pump prices, other filling stations adjust

Energy

2 months ago

NDIC sends message to customers as CBN shuts down 46 Nigerian banks

NDIC sends message to customers as CBN shuts down 46 Nigerian banks

Money

2 months ago

NDIC has commenced the liquidation of 46 microfinance banks after the CBN revoked their licences, assuring eligible depositors of insured payments.

Naira opens July strong, appreciates against US dollar

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Naira opens July strong, appreciates against US dollar

Money

2 months ago

The naira appreciated by N7.27 against the US dollar at NAFEM, while Nigeria's external reserves rose to $51.46 billion on stronger forex inflows.

2 Nigerian banks merge, update social media accounts with new name

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2 Nigerian banks merge, update social media accounts with new name

Money

2 months ago

Providus Bank and Unity Bank have merged with a new name, promising improved banking services, stronger operations, customer stability, satisfaction.

10 reasons why CBN revoked licenses of 46 Nigerian banks

10 reasons why CBN revoked licenses of 46 Nigerian banks

Money

2 months ago

The Central Bank of Nigeria revoked the licences of 46 microfinance banks over regulatory breaches, citing inadequate inactivity, and failure to meet requirements.

CBN announces closure of Nigerian Bank, lists 4 reasons for licence revocation

CBN announces closure of Nigerian Bank, lists 4 reasons for licence revocation

Money

2 months ago

The CBN revoked Goldman Microfinance Bank's licence after citing liquidation, weak capital, insufficient assets, and regulatory breaches threatening its operations.

FG begins green tax collection: 5 key things every Nigerian should know

FG begins green tax collection: 5 key things every Nigerian should know

Maritime

2 months ago

The Federal Government has begun collecting the Green Tax on selected imported vehicles to reduce carbon emissions and encourage cleaner transportation.

NNPC releases new petrol prices nationwide as FG gives orders

NNPC releases new petrol prices nationwide as FG gives orders

Energy

2 months ago

NNPC reduced petrol prices nationwide as Lagos and Abuja stations now sell fuel at N1,210 per litre, giving motorists temporary relief from rising transport costs.

MultiChoice announces new channels on DStv, GOtv, notifies customers

MultiChoice announces new channels on DStv, GOtv, notifies customers

Industry

2 months ago

MultiChoice has launched new channels on DStv and GOtv, bringing Nigerian viewers premium international telenovelas from Brazil, Turkey, Portugal, Mexico.

Edo Actors Guild of Nigeria, PMAN back Edo Carnival 2026 as theme is unveiled

Edo Actors Guild of Nigeria, PMAN back Edo Carnival 2026 as theme is unveiled

Nigeria

2 months ago

The Actors Guild of Nigeria and PMAN endorsed Edo Carnival 2026, backing organisers after the unveiling of "The Spirit of Edo" theme in Benin City.

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