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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.

5449 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

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Apply for NIN as FIRS says it will serve as Tax ID for individuals

Apply for NIN as FIRS says it will serve as Tax ID for individuals

Economy

6 months ago

GTbank, Black market traders sell dollar at new exchange rate

GTbank, Black market traders sell dollar at new exchange rate

Money

6 months ago

Year in Review: 40 Best Performing Stocks With 100% Returns for Investors in 2025

Year in Review: 40 Best Performing Stocks With 100% Returns for Investors in 2025

Capital Market

6 months ago

Banks rush to meet CBN's capitalisation ahead of deadline as 16 complete requirement

Banks rush to meet CBN's capitalisation ahead of deadline as 16 complete requirement

Money

6 months ago

Ahead of Christmas, stock market investors' wealth increase by N256bn in one day

Ahead of Christmas, stock market investors' wealth increase by N256bn in one day

Capital Market

6 months ago

Presidency finally speaks on alleged discrepancies in new tax laws

Presidency finally speaks on alleged discrepancies in new tax laws

Economy

6 months ago

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

6 months ago

The naira fell by N10 against the US dollar last week as Nigeria’s external reserves declined, highlighting continued demand pressure and market volatility.

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

6 months ago

The new Nigerian tax law, effective 2026, ensures fairness, protects low-income earners, clarifies exemptions, and requires workers to pay only on earned income.

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

6 months ago

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced nationwide sales of petrol at N739 per litre through over 2,000 MRS stations, ensuring affordable fuel for Nigerians.

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

6 months ago

Petroleumprice.ng launched the 2025 Petroleum Prize to recognise excellence in Nigeria’s downstream sector, awarding MRS Oil, Rainoil, BOVAS, MEMAN, and Dangote.

Dangote finally explains why his cement is cheaper outside Nigeria

Dangote finally explains why his cement is cheaper outside Nigeria

Industry

6 months ago

Aliko Dangote has finally explained that Nigeria’s high taxes and regulatory burdens make domestic cement more expensive than the prices sold abroad.

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

6 months ago

The CBN expects the naira to remain stable into 2026 as inflation slows, borrowing costs ease, and measured interventions help cushion pressures.

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

6 months 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

6 months 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

6 months 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.

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