Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.19% per cent (year-on-year) in real terms in the second quarter of 2024. This growth rate is higher than the 2.51% recorded in the second quarter of 2023 and higher than the first quarter of 2024 growth of 2.98%. The performance of […]
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Financial Market
FBN Holdings Plc Reschedules 12th Annual General Meeting
FBN Holdings Plc has announced the postponement of its 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM), initially scheduled to be held virtually on August 22, 2024. The meeting has now been rescheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 2024. This change was disclosed in a notice sent by the company to the Nigerian […]
United Capital Launches New Subsidiary, UCEE Microfinance Bank …..Appoints Esther Adeola-Balogun As Managing Director/CEO
United Capital Group, a Pan-African investment management and financial services group has announced the official launch of its newest subsidiary, UCEE Microfinance Bank, at a ceremony held at the Bank House in Marina, Lagos. The event was attended by the Chairman of Heirs Holdings Group, Tony O. Elumelu, alongside other […]
NIBSS celebrates milestones, promises inclusive payment system
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS) at its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) promised to leverage emerging technologies and deepen partnerships to ensure seamless and inclusive payment for all Nigerians. The AGM marked a significant milestone in the history of NIBSS, as it celebrated three decades of advancing Nigeria’s […]
$1 trillion economy: SEC reiterates commitment to attract new listings
The new management of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rolled out new initiatives to drive activities in Nigeria’s capital market to align with the Federal Government one trillion dollar economy target. The SEC Director-General, Dr Emomotimi Agama, said this at his first post-Capital Market Committee (CMC) press briefing […]
Nestle Nigeria repackages Golden Morn
Nestle Nigeria Plc, producers of Golden Morn and other beverages, has unveiled a new eco-friendly Golden Morn to enhanced economic growth and development. The Managing Director of Nestle, Wassim Elhusseini, said this at the “Rebirth of the King of Breakfast” event in Lagos. Elhusseini was represented at the […]
FBN Holdings Engages Solicitors To Defend Against Barbican Capital Suit
FBN Holdings Plc has disclosed that it has engaged its solicitors to defend the interest of the company against the lawsuit filed against it by Barbican Capital Limited. This was contained in a statement by the company. The HoldCO acknowledges the recent media coverage concerning the lawsuit filed […]
Zenith Bank’s N290 Billion offer to strengthen international presence
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr Adaora Umeoji, has urged the investing public to invest in its ongoing N290 billion hybrid offer for global growth. Umeoji said this at the bank’s Facts Behind the Offer at the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on Monday in Lagos. […]
MTN Nigeria Becomes First African Telco in PMI Global Executive Council
MTN Nigeria has become the first African telecommunications company to join the Project Management Institute (PMI) Global Executive Council. According to a statement by the company the achievement highlights the company’s commitment to excellence in project management and its dedication to implementing best practices. The announcement was celebrated […]
Custodian Investment Plc Declares Interim Dividend of 15 Kobo for H1 2024
Shareholders of Custodian Investment Plc will receive an interim dividend of 15 kobo for the half year ended June 2024. This announcement was made in the company’s updated corporate action notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The dividend, subject to appropriate withholding tax, will be paid to […]