Nigeria's private sector is on a roll, expanding for the third consecutive month in August as businesses shake off earlier economic headwinds and chart an optimistic course forward.

The expansion was fueled by stronger activity in services and agriculture, which proved resilient even as industrial recovery remains fragile. This sustained growth signals that Nigeria's business community is gaining confidence—a crucial indicator for an economy working to diversify beyond oil and rebuild momentum. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Three months of consecutive private sector growth shows Nigeria's economy is finding its footing, with entrepreneurs leading the way.