By Prosper Ndubuisi The Bank of England (BoE) has opted to maintain interest rates at 5 per cent in its latest monetary policy review. The decision by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) was reached with a majority of 8-1, with one member advocating for a reduction to 4.75 per […]
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Glovo Nigeria Pioneers a New Era of Choice and Convenience with Port Harcourt Launch …strengthening Its Position as Nigeria’s Largest Online Marketplace
Port Harcourt, Nigeria. 19 September 2024 – Glovo, Nigeria’s pioneering multi-category platform, is proud to announce its much-anticipated expansion into Port Harcourt, marking a key milestone in its mission to become the largest online marketplace in Nigeria. With its innovative services and commitment to operational excellence, Glovo is set to […]
NB Explains Reasons For N599bn Rights Issue
The Nigerian Breweries Plc has explained the reasons for its ongoing rights issue of N599 billion in the nation’s bourse. Mr Hans Essaadi, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Breweries, said this at the company’s ‘Facts behind the offer’ at the Nigerian Exchange Limited in Lagos. Essaadi […]
Gates Foundation Urges Global Action as Climate Change Puts 40 Million More Children at Risk of Stunting
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has urged world leaders to increase global health spending where it is needed most in order to boost children’s health and nutrition, especially in the face of the global climate crisis. The Foundation stated this in its eighth annual Goalkeepers report released today. The […]
Heirs Holdings Reinstates Commitment to African Economic Growth
Heirs Holdings has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering economic growth in Nigeria and across Africa. Speaking at the 14th anniversary Media Parley held in Lagos, Group Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, highlighted the company’s dedication to long-term investment in Africa’s strategic sectors. “In 2010, we embarked on […]
Nigerian Breweries undertakes N599.1bn Rights Issue After Regulators’ Approval
Following the approval received from its shareholders in April 2024, Nigerian Breweries has said it now obtained clearance for the relevant documents from the Securities and Exchange Commission and NGX Regulation Limited. The Company intends to raise N599.1bn through a Rights Issue. A total of 22.61bn Ordinary Shares […]
LCFE, Commodities Brokers Applaud FG, CBN On Food Importation Directive
Lagos Commodities and Futures Exchange (LCFE) and top commodities brokers have commended the Federal Government and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for the recent directive, mandating companies to channel the importation of basic food items through commodities exchanges. The new directive, which is expected to enhance price discovery, reduce […]
HEI wins ACT Foundation grant to tackle NCDs in Nigeria
The Health Emergency Initiative (HEI) has been selected as one of the 2024 grantees by Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT Foundation) aimed at reducing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) across four states in Nigeria. Mr Paschal Achunine, Ashoka Fellow and Executive Director HEI, confirmed this in a statement on Monday in Lagos. […]
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 […]
$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 […]