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.

4754 articles published since 20 Sep 2021

Author's articles

From engineer to innovator: Ekunrawo’s move into tech signals a shift in Nigeria’s audio industry

From engineer to innovator: Ekunrawo’s move into tech signals a shift in Nigeria’s audio industry

Technology

a month ago

CBN orders banks to withdraw misleading adverts to protect consumers

CBN orders banks to withdraw misleading adverts to protect consumers

Money

a month ago

Naira crashes as traders, banks quote new dollar exchange rate

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Naira crashes as traders, banks quote new dollar exchange rate

Money

a month ago

Experts analyse CBN’s MPR decision, say policy should lower lending costs

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Experts analyse CBN’s MPR decision, say policy should lower lending costs

Economy

a month ago

TTP calls for stakeholders unity as its electronic call-up system transforms port logistics

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TTP calls for stakeholders unity as its electronic call-up system transforms port logistics

Maritime

a month ago

Another refinery construction begins in Delta, FG shows support

Another refinery construction begins in Delta, FG shows support

Energy

a month ago

CBN: 16 banks meet recapitalisation target, full list

CBN: 16 banks meet recapitalisation target, full list

Money

a month ago

The Central Bank of Nigeria has confirmed that 16 banks have met recapitalisation targets ahead of the deadline, emphasizing financial sector stability.

Good news as FG confirms plans to reduce CGT, CIT in 2026

Good news as FG confirms plans to reduce CGT, CIT in 2026

Economy

a month ago

Nigeria plans to cut Capital Gains Tax to 25% by 2026, ease corporate tax to 25%, and introduce full VAT input credits to support businesses nationwide.

Naira appreciates against US dollar as CBN Governor lists achievements

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Naira appreciates against US dollar as CBN Governor lists achievements

Money

a month ago

The naira has strengthened against the dollar as the Central Bank of Nigeria speaks on improved stability, narrowing market gaps, and growing investor confidence.

Nigerian stock market reverses gain after CBN’s MPC meeting

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Nigerian stock market reverses gain after CBN’s MPC meeting

Capital Market

a month ago

The Nigerian stock market slipped back into decline on Wednesday as widespread selloffs in blue-chip stocks pulled the All-Share Index lower and erased value.

NUPRC’s reforms win top commendation as Komolafe drives new energy sector

NUPRC’s reforms win top commendation as Komolafe drives new energy sector

Energy

a month ago

The Centre for Energy Market Stability and Reforms have hailed the chief executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

Zenith Bank empowers African innovators with N140m at pitch competition

Zenith Bank empowers African innovators with N140m at pitch competition

Technology

a month ago

Zenith Bank awards N140 million to top African innovators at the 2025 Tech Fair in Lagos, empowering startups and offering mentorship opportunities.

Dangote seals deal to upgrade refinery capacity to 1.4mbpd

Dangote seals deal to upgrade refinery capacity to 1.4mbpd

Industry

a month ago

Dangote has partnered with Honeywell to expand its Lagos refinery to 1.4 million barrels per day by 2028, positioning Nigeria as a global refining powerhouse.

New petrol prices as importers compete with Dangote Refinery

New petrol prices as importers compete with Dangote Refinery

Energy

a month ago

Petrol importers, including A.A. Rano, Aiteo, NIPCO, and Techno Oil, are lowering ex-depot prices to compete with Dangote Refinery’s new ex-depot price.

FG clarifies 5 false claims on new tax law, denies plan to debit bank accounts

FG clarifies 5 false claims on new tax law, denies plan to debit bank accounts

Money

a month ago

From January 2026, Nigeria’s new tax reforms will reduce burdens for individuals, SMEs, and large companies, removing VAT on essentials and lowering overall taxes.

Dave Ibemere