The Board of Directors of Eterna Plc has appointed Mr. Olumide Adeosun as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Eterna Plc, effective 3rd February 2025. This was contained in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the investing public. The statement signed by the Company Secretary/Legal […]
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Capital Market
Nigeria’s Headline Inflation Rate Increases to 34.80% in December 2024
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate rose to 34.80% in December 2024, according to the latest report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This represents a slight increase of 0.20% from the 34.60% recorded in November 2024, primarily driven by heightened demand for goods and services during the festive season. The […]
Wale Edun Urges IsDB To Prioritize Sustainable Investments In Key Sectors
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, has called on the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to prioritize sustainable investments and innovation in critical sectors, including energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and railway development. The appeal was made during the IsDB Governors’ Retreat in Al-Madinah, Saudi Arabia, aimed at shaping the […]
Popoola Highlights Regional Collaboration At Ethiopian Securities Exchange Inauguration
Group CEO of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), Temi Popoola reiterated the transformative potential of Africa’s capital markets at the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX). Speaking at the event, Popoola emphasized the need for stronger regional collaboration, government-private sector synergy, and innovative market solutions to unlock […]
FG Expresses Commitment to Building Strong, Vibrant Capital Market
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the capital market to promote wealth creation for Nigerians and support national development. The Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite stated this during a meeting with members of the board of the Securities and Exchange Commission in Abuja, over […]
LG Allocation: SEC To Improve Framework On Borrowing By Governments, Corporates
The Securities and Exchange Commission has expressed its readiness to improve the regulatory framework as it regards borrowing by governments and corporates. Director General of the Commission, Dr. Emomotimi Agama who disclosed this during an interview, said this has become important given the critical role borrowing plays in the […]
GTCO PLC Raises ₦209 Billion in Equity Capital, Paves Way for Strategic Growth
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has announced the successful completion of the first tranche of its equity capital raise programme, securing N209.41bn. The milestone follows the approval of the Basis of Allotment by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the conclusion of a capital verification exercise by […]
2025: SEC to Intensify Crackdown on Ponzi Schemes …. Develop Commodities Market
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasised that protecting investors remains a cornerstone of its mission assuring that the Commission will intensify efforts to stamp out Ponzi and pyramid schemes while paving the way for legitimate investment opportunities to thrive in 2025. Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi […]
Guinness Nigeria, Sterling Holding Company, Two Others Exits NGX 30 Index
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has unveiled the results of its full-year market index review, leading to significant changes in its NGX 30 Index and other market indices. The updates, effective from (Today) Thursday, January 2, 2025, mark key developments for listed companies across various sectors. Conoil […]
Nigerian Breweries Plc Lists 20.7bn New Shares After Rights Issue
Nigerian Breweries Plc has announced the successful listing of 20,706,894,542 new ordinary shares of 50 Kobo each on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). This development follows the company’s recently concluded Rights Issue of 22,607,491,232 ordinary shares at N26.50 per share. This was contained in the company’s notice […]