The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has raised alarm over the far-reaching implications of the United States’ newly imposed 14 per cent tariff on Nigerian exports, warning that the measure could significantly reduce foreign exchange (FX) inflows and destabilize key sectors […]
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Africa Prudential Pays 82% Of Earnings Per Share As Dividends
Africa Prudential Plc has announced a ₦1.2bn total dividend payout following its financial performance in 2024. The company’s Profit After Tax (PAT) grew by 88 per cent, rising from ₦962.9m in 2023 to ₦1.81bn in 2024. The company introduced an interim dividend of 15 kobo per share […]
ISA 2025 Will Stimulate Economic Growth – SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that the Investments and Securities Act 2025 is a game changer that has the strong potential for stimulating growth for the Nigerian capital market and the economy. Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama who stated this during an […]
ISA 2025: Ponzi Operators Risk 10 Year Jail Term, N20m Fine -SEC
Promoters and operators of any entity engaged in a prohibited scheme commits an offence and is liable on conviction to a penalty of not less than N20m or imprisonment to a term of 10 years or both. This is one of the provisions of the newly […]
CPPE Warns Against Nigeria’s Planned Solar Panel Ban
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has cautioned the federal government against its proposed ban on the importation of solar panels, warning that such a policy could exacerbate Nigeria’s energy crisis and deter investment in renewable energy solutions. The warning follows a statement […]
Wema Bank Reports ₦102.51bn pretax profit
Wema Bank Plc has released its full 2024 financial results with a profit before tax of ₦102.51bn, representing an increase of 135 per cent over the ₦43.59bn recorded in the corresponding period in 2023. The Bank also proposed a dividend of N1.00 per share on the back of the […]
Fidelity Bank Records 210.0% Growth In PBT To N385.2bn …Declares a total dividend of N2.10 per share
Fidelity Bank Plc, released its 2024 full-year Audited Financial Statements, reporting a 210 per cent growth in Profit Before Tax to N385.2bn. According to the Bank’s results released on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), Gross Earnings increased by 87.7 per cent to N1,043.4bn, driven by 106.9 per cent […]
Ecobank Group Reports $333m Profit After Tax In 2024
Ecobank Group Plc has announced its audited financial results for the 2024 fiscal year, reporting a 16 per cent increase in profit after tax (PAT) attributable to shareholders, reaching $333 million. This growth was driven by strong fee and commission income, operational efficiencies, reduced impairment charges on other […]
Zenith Bank Gross Earnings Hits N3.97 trillion in 2024
Zenith Bank Plc has announced its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024, delivering significant growth across key performance indicators. The Bank’s impressive performance reflects effective management and pricing of its risk assets, as well as an optimized treasury portfolio, reinforcing its position as a leader in […]
Despite Growth, Poverty in Africa Rises to 468m – ECA Report
Poverty levels in Africa have continued to rise, despite economic growth projections, with the number of people living in extreme poverty increasing to an estimated 468m, according to the latest Economic Report on Africa (ERA) by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). The report forecasts a gradual […]