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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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 […]
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 […]
Zambian Vice President Nalumango Arrives Nigeria for Access Bank’s Women’s Conference
Zambia’s Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, arrives Nigeria today for an official visit to attend the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD) Conference, organized by Access Bank. The highly anticipated event, scheduled for Friday, March 28, 2025 will bring together influential women leaders, policymakers, and advocates from across Africa and […]
Nigeria, OECD Partner On Economic Growth, Illicit Financial Flows
The Federal Ministry of Finance has forged a strategic alliance with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to combat illicit financial flows and strengthen Nigeria’s economic growth framework. This collaboration marks a significant step in strengthening the country’s financial framework and reinforcing global partnerships for […]
NBPlc To Seek Shareholders’ Approval For 1.9 billion Share Cancellation Arising From Right Issue
Nigerian Breweries Plc (NB Plc) has announced that it will seek shareholders’ approval for the cancellation of 1.9bn unissued shares at its upcoming 79th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled to take place virtually. The move follows the company’s N599.1bn Rights Issue, which led to the creation of additional […]
Nigerian Breweries Completes 100% Ownership Of Distell Wines & Spirits
Nigerian Breweries Plc (NB) has announced the acquisition of the remaining 20 per cent minority shareholding in Distell Wines and Spirits Nigeria Limited (DWSN), completing its 100 per cent full ownership of the company. According to the company’s notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, the acquisition, which follows […]
Listing Of InfraCredit Raises NASD’s Market Value To N1.95trn
NASD OTC Exchange Plc an over-the-counter (OTC) exchange in Nigeria, has listed 15,255,079,725 of Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company (InfraCredit) at N2.43 each, valued at N37bn, which increased the Exchange’s total market value to N1.95trn. The listing provides strategic partnership between NASD and InfraCredit, highlights the Exchange’s commitment to […]
Tantalizers Expands into Blue Economy, Partners U.S. Consortium To Boost Seafood Exports
Tantalizers Plc, Nigeria’s quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector, has announced a major expansion into the country’s blue economy with the acquisition of 10 state-of-the-art trawlers and a strategic partnership with a U.S.-based marine consortium. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s diversification strategy, aimed at tapping into […]