As the world marks International Women’s Day, Nigerian women have been encouraged to explore investment opportunities in the capital market as a pathway to wealth creation. The Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, made this call during the official launch of the Securities and Exchange Commission […]
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Capital Market
Nestlé Posts N150bn From Revaluation Model For Lands, Others
Nestlé Nigeria Plc has reported a net revaluation gain of N150bn following the adoption of a revaluation model for its lands, buildings, plants, and machinery in March 2024. This transition from cost accounting significantly impacted the company’s financial position, reflecting the gain in its Statement of Comprehensive […]
ICAN, Union Bank Partner On Nigeria’s Accounting, Financial Sector
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and Union Bank of Nigeria have reinforced their commitment to the advancement of Nigeria’s accounting profession and overall financial sector growth through a strategic partnership. This was marked by a courtesy visit by ICAN officials to Union Bank’s head office at […]
NNPC Shipping, Caverton, Stena Launch New Joint Venture
Caverton Offshore Support Group Plc (Caverton) has announced a strategic joint venture with The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Shipping and global maritime leader Stena Bulk. The agreement, signed in London, aims to revolutionize Nigeria’s maritime transportation by establishing a new tanker operation to serve regional and […]
Stanbic IBTC Blames 2024 Accounts Delay On CBN Approval
Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc has announced a delay in the release of its 2024 full-year audited financial statements, attributing the postponement to ongoing regulatory approval processes with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In an official notice addressed to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and stakeholders, the […]
Unity Bank Grows Deposits By 23% In FY’2023
Unity Bank Plc posted gross earnings of N59.3bn for the full year ended December 31, 2023, representing a growth of 3.84 per cent year-on-year. In its audited financials submitted to the NGX Group Limited, the Bank also witnessed improvements across key performance indicators, including a significant appreciation of […]
We Have Reduced Timelines to Speed up Growth – SEC DG
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said the Commission has reduced time to market in its bid to ensure that the capital market is now more efficient and better positioned to aid the development of the Nigerian economy. The Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, who stated […]
Ecobank, Coding Firm Partner to Boost Students Digital Training
Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of Ecobank Group, has teamed up with Code 14 Labs to expand the accessibility and reach of coding education for children across Nigeria. The partnership leverages Code 14 Labs’ interactive coding workbooks, including the “Andrew Teaches” coding workbook, along with its network of […]
CBN’s Decision To Hold Rates Is Risky Amid External Shocks, Excessive Public Spending – Adonri
The Managing Director of Highcap Securities Limited, Mr. David Adonri, has expressed concerns over the decision of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to maintain all monetary rates, including the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.5%. Adonri described the move as risky, citing potential external shocks […]
CBN Retains Benchmark Lending Rate At 27.50%
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the country’s Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.50 per cent citing improvement in economic indices. The apex bank’s governor, Olayemi Cardoso announced the decision on Thursday at the 299th Monetary Policy Committee Meeting (MPC). The decision comes after […]