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 […]
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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 […]
FG Canvasses For More Women Participation in Capital Market ……As SEC launches Podcast
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 […]
LCCI Cautions On NPA’s 15% Tariff Hike, Urges Phased Implementation
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has expressed concerns over the Nigerian Ports Authority’s (NPA) recent 15 pr cent increase in port tariffs, warning of the potential economic impact on businesses and inflation. The Chamber has urged the NPA to consider a phased implementation of […]
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 […]