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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.

5982 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

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Dangote to begin crude oil production, reduces dependence on NNPC

Dangote to begin crude oil production, reduces dependence on NNPC

Energy

5 months ago

Zenith Bank sets new record in Nigeria’s banking industry

Zenith Bank sets new record in Nigeria’s banking industry

Capital Market

5 months ago

MultiChoice makes decision on DStv subscription prices in 2026

MultiChoice makes decision on DStv subscription prices in 2026

Industry

5 months ago

Federal government releases list of companies approved to lend airtime, data in Nigeria

Federal government releases list of companies approved to lend airtime, data in Nigeria

Technology

5 months ago

Full list: 5 Lagos communities to enjoy improved power supply after TCN upgrade

Full list: 5 Lagos communities to enjoy improved power supply after TCN upgrade

Energy

5 months ago

Fidelity Bank, Access holdings lead top gainers on NGX as market extends gain

Fidelity Bank, Access holdings lead top gainers on NGX as market extends gain

Capital Market

5 months ago

12 iPhone models to avoid in 2026: Experts unveil security and repair feature You must note

12 iPhone models to avoid in 2026: Experts unveil security and repair feature You must note

Technology

5 months ago

Experts warn against using vintage iPhone models due to security risks and lack of software updates in 2026, risking user data and device performance.

Hope of lower petrol price in Nigeria now in doubt over US, Iran's decision

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Hope of lower petrol price in Nigeria now in doubt over US, Iran's decision

Money

5 months ago

Olatide Jeremiah said prioritising Nigerian crude for local refineries is key, warning global oil shocks will otherwise continue driving fuel price volatility.

Afreximbank announces internship opportunities, visa support, to Pay $1000

Afreximbank announces internship opportunities, visa support, to Pay $1000

Economy

5 months ago

Afreximbank has opened applications for its 2027 internship programme for young Africans, offering structured training, mentorship, and a monthly stipend.

Nigeria spends over N2trn to repay domestic debt, external payments hit $1.8bn

Nigeria spends over N2trn to repay domestic debt, external payments hit $1.8bn

Economy

5 months ago

Nigeria spent N2.28 trillion on domestic debt service and $1.80 billion externally in Q4 2025, driven largely by Eurobonds, bonds, and Treasury Bills.

Petrol prices crash, experts share insight on new rates

Petrol prices crash, experts share insight on new rates

Energy

5 months ago

Hope rises for lower petrol prices as global crude drops 11% after Strait of Hormuz reopening, with experts projecting relief for Nigerians soon, gradually.

MTN share price hit a new high as stock market maintained bullish momentum

MTN share price hit a new high as stock market maintained bullish momentum

Capital Market

5 months ago

Nigerian stock market extends rally to ninth session as strong buying in banking, telecoms, industrial and consumer stocks boosts gains and activity.

Edo Carnival winners paid as organisers address controversy and chart way forward

Edo Carnival winners paid as organisers address controversy and chart way forward

Money

5 months ago

Winners of the Edo Carnival band competition received their long-awaited prizes in Benin City, ending controversy and restoring confidence in the cultural event.

DMO: Lagos leads as states’ borrowing rise in 2025

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DMO: Lagos leads as states’ borrowing rise in 2025

Economy

5 months ago

Lagos, Rivers and Delta dominate Nigeria’s domestic debt rankings as state borrowing rises amid fiscal pressures and infrastructure funding gaps.

Naira slips against US dollar in official, black markets

Naira slips against US dollar in official, black markets

Money

5 months ago

The naira dipped slightly against the dollar, weakened against the pound and euro, while the CBN assured that external reserves remain strong and stable

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