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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.

5443 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

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N1,417.94/$: Analysts forecast this week’s exchange rate movement as naira depreciates

N1,417.94/$: Analysts forecast this week’s exchange rate movement as naira depreciates

Money

5 months ago

Stock market ends week low as investors exchange 90,589 deals

Stock market ends week low as investors exchange 90,589 deals

Capital Market

5 months ago

LIRS: Govt to recover unpaid taxes through banks, family members, tenants others

LIRS: Govt to recover unpaid taxes through banks, family members, tenants others

Money

5 months ago

Depots adjust petrol, diesel prices as Dangote is set to run below capacity

Depots adjust petrol, diesel prices as Dangote is set to run below capacity

Energy

5 months ago

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

5 months 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

5 months 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

5 months ago

The Nigerian Exchange closed slightly higher as bargain hunting in select stocks offset selling pressure, lifting the benchmark index despite bearish market breadth.

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

5 months ago

Over 2,000 approved phones are available in Nigeria, but some stand out offering top-quality cameras, advanced features, strong performance, and reliability.

Naira depreciates against US dollar as FX turnover skyrockets

Naira depreciates against US dollar as FX turnover skyrockets

Money

5 months ago

Nigeria’s naira strengthened as FX market turnover surged over 262%, reflecting improved liquidity, stronger investor confidence, and the impact of CBN reforms.

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

5 months ago

Air Peace is hiring Captains for multiple aircraft, offering competitive benefits and free local, regional, and international travel. Apply by 20th February 2026.

Petrol price rise at depots, filling stations to adjust pumps

Petrol price rise at depots, filling stations to adjust pumps

Energy

5 months 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

5 months 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

5 months 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

5 months 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

5 months 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.

Dave Ibemere