COVID-19 pandemic presents chance for Nigeria’s economic diversification
A webinar hosted by Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG), a not-for-profit founded to inspire the transformation of Africa’s public sector in collaboration with the Blavatnik School of Government,...
View ArticleDangote Cement sustains 54,000 jobs in four African countries
President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has said that despite the challenging economic situation in 2019, Dangote Cement was able to sustain 54,000 jobs in four African countries, where the...
View ArticleExperts identify lack of access to finance, infrastructure deficit as bane of...
COMFORT EKELEME Despite the efforts of the federal government to cushion the effect of the COVID -19 Pandemic on businesses in Nigeria, recent survey conducted by the PwC Nigeria has shown that access...
View ArticleAgrobusiness: Stakeholders x-ray opportunities of investments in green bond
COMFORT EKELEM Financial experts have highlighted opportunities available in the green bond market saying it will help the country achieve its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while ensuring food...
View ArticleABCON cautions forex users against patronising street traders
The Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON) has asked foreign exchange buyers not to patronize street traders because of the dangers associated with such transactions. The advice...
View ArticleCorporate Governance award: Shareholders laud mgt of FirstBank
COMFORT EKELEME, Asst Business Editor The recent Best Corporate Governance in Nigeria award won by FBN Holdings Plc has continued to receive commendations, as shareholders of the bank have attributed...
View ArticleCadbury Nigeria lauds Peterside for leading transformational growth
Cadbury Nigeria Plc has commended Mr. Atedo Peterside, its immediate past Chairman, for his unwavering leadership through a period of transformational change. In a statement, The...
View ArticleShareholders of Skyway Aviation approves 16.5k dividend
COMFORT EKELEME Shareholders of Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc (SAHCOL), Tuesday approved a total dividend of N223.34 million for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2019.
View ArticleMAN members should adhere to NCDC, PTF protocols –Ahmed
COMFORT EKELEME, Asst. Business Editor As the COVID-19 Pandemic is currently ravaging world economies with Nigeria recording 26,484 confirmed cases and 603 deaths, President, Manufacturers Association...
View ArticleAccess Bank waives three-month accrued stamp duty for customers
Access Bank, has rescinded its position on the deduction of three-month accrued stamp duty from its customers. The tier-1 Bank first made this known through a press a statement on its social media...
View ArticleMaritime training: Navy, NIMASA to align curricula
Plans are at an advanced stage to harmonise the training procedures of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Navy for the improved safety and security of the...
View ArticleZenith Bank ranked number one bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital
Zenith Bank Plc has again emerged as the Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital in the 2020 Top 1000 World Banks Ranking published by The Banker Magazine. Climbing a whopping 29 spots from 415...
View ArticleCOVID-19: AMEN tasks FG on effective support scheme for SMEs
COMFORT EKELEME, Asst Business Editor Despite several measures put in place by the federal government to cushion the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on small businesses in Nigeria, Association of Micro...
View ArticleAccess Bank Zambia to acquire Cavmont Capital’s 100% stake in Cavmont Bank
Access Bank Zambia Limited is in advanced discussion with Cavmont Capital Holdings Zambia Plc regarding Merger of Cavmont Bank Limited. The post Access Bank Zambia to acquire Cavmont Capital’s 100%...
View ArticleChipmaker Analog Devices to buy rival Maxim for about $21bn
Semiconductor maker Analog Devices Inc said on Monday it would buy rival Maxim Integrated Products Inc for about $21 billion in the largest U.S. deal this year, aiming to boost its market share in...
View ArticleManufacturers to FG: Nigeria can’t grow with generator – driven economy
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has warned that the Nigerian economy cannot grow when industries operating in Nigeria are being run on genrators, instead of electricity. The Chairman,...
View ArticleNOVA Merchant Bank’s debut N10bn bond oversubscribed by 300%
COMFORT EKELEME NOVA Merchant Bank has announced the successful issuance of its N10 billion 7-year subordinated unsecured bond under its N50 billion debt issuance programme. The transaction represents...
View ArticleCOVID-19: Bank of Industry to support hard-hit businesses
UGO AMADI Bank of Industry (BOI) is reviewing strategies to ensure continuous support for enterprises, especially those hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, it is deepening penetration in...
View ArticleWe ‘re optimistic prices of data, telecoms services will crash -FG
UGO AMADI Following the steps taken by the Federal Government to attract huge local and foreign investments , Dr Isa Ibrahim Pantami, minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has assured that...
View ArticleCoronation Research unveils Nigerian investment report
UGO AMADI Coronation Research will be publishing its report on the Nigerian investment landscape meant to deepen investors understanding of investment opportunities in the economy. The report titled...
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