Seplat Energy Plc, Nigerian energy company listed on both the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the London Stock Exchange has announced that it has completed its acquisition of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU) from ExxonMobil. This was contained in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited. The transaction is […]
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FG Issues Six Sukuk Bonds Worth N1.1trn To Finance 124 Road Projects – SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said that the Federal Government of Nigeria has issued six Sovereign Sukuk worth N1.1trn ($657.6m), to finance 124 Federal road projects covering over 5,820 kilometers across the six geopolitical zones of the country. Director General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama who […]
BOI Disburses N22.89bn From Manufacturing Intervention Fund
The Bank of Industry (BOI) has disbursed N22.89bn out of its N75bn Manufacturing Sector Intervention Fund to support 29 manufacturers. This was announced by Dr. Olasupo Olusi, Managing Director of BOI, during the bank’s first-ever interactive session with the Organized Private Sector (OPS) held in Abuja. The event, themed […]
UBA shareholders back N239.4bn rights issue
The shareholders of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc have expressed optimism that the bank’s N239.4 billion rights will be fully subscribed following their interest to buy more shares in the pan-Africa banking group. UBA has opened acceptance list for a N239.4 billion rights issue, offering 6.84 billion ordinary shares […]
FG Not Investigating Air Peace – FCCPC
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC says its invitation to Air Peace is simply for an inquiry to understand its price methodology and respond to consumers complaints. The Director, Surveillance and Investigation, Mrs. Boladale Adeyinka said neither the airline nor the chairman, Dr. Allen Onyema is under […]
Coronation Insurance Reports ₦2.2 Billion Profit, Charts Digital and Sustainable Future
Coronation Insurance Plc celebrated a remarkable financial turnaround at its 66th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos, announcing a profit before tax of ₦2.2 billion for the financial year ending 31st December 2023. This milestone represents a significant recovery from the ₦1.8 billion loss recorded in 2022, a testament to […]
Experts Advocate Green Building For Sustainable Financing
Industry professionals in the building and construction sectors have been called to adopt green building practices as a means to secure sustainable financing for large-scale projects. This was the key takeaway from experts who spoke at the Ecobank Design and Build Expo in Lagos last week. Green building, […]
Boeing Group Restates Commitment To Growth of Air Peace Limited
The Boeing Company, a leading global aerospace company in the US, has restated its unalloyed support to Air Peace, Nigeria’s premier airline and West Africa’s largest carrier. This is a testament to the critical role Air Peace plays in the development of aviation industry in Nigeria. Harry Magui, Senior […]
Holcim Exits Nigerian Market After 65 Years, Sells Lafarge Africa to Huaxin Cement for $1bn
Cement maker Holcim has announced the $1 billion sale of its 83.8% stake in Lafarge Africa to China’s Huaxin Cement. After roughly 65 years of operations in Nigeria, Swiss cement and other building materials’ maker, Holcim, on Sunday announced that it was set to leave the country. The […]
Alumni association offers Madonna varsity graduates lifelong support
Madonna University Alumni Association has charged the newest graduates of the university to leverage their education to drive positive change in Nigeria and beyond. The President of the association, Mr. Peter Nwachukwu, gave the charge in a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday in Lagos. Nwachukwu described the graduates […]