President of Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Gabriel Idahosa has called for improved Taiwan–Africa, Taiwan–Africa business collaborations between Taiwan and Africa as it would foster deeper connections and expand bilateral trade. Speaking at the 2024 Taiwan-Africa Business Forum…
Access Bank PLC has been named as the only Nigerian company on the 2024 World’s Best Employers List by Forbes. This recognition is a reflection of the company’s dedication to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises employee empowerment, inclusivity, and…
…Sign key deals on defence, counterterrorism, trade, infrastructure In a significant move to solidify diplomatic and economic relations between Nigeria and India, President Bola Tinubu conferred Nigeria’s second-highest national honour on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The honour recognises…
…Shareholders to receive one new share for five existing shares Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, will raise N239.4 billion through a Rights Issue of 6,839,884,274 ordinary shares of 50 kobo each at N35.00 per share. The…
Access Bank PLC has hosted the French Week 2024 Business Forum at its headquarters in Lagos, affirming its commitment to bolstering trade relations between Nigeria and France. The event, which kick-started the annual French Week celebration, highlighted Access Bank’s dedication…
The Debt Management Office (DMO) reports that the federal government’s domestic debt stock by instrument reached N66.957 trillion by the first half of 2024, marking an 8.74 percent increase from N61.578 trillion at the end of Q1. The government incurred…
…Nigeria’s Foreign Direct Investments exceed $30bn — Tinubu By Seun Ibiyemi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in its ongoing modernisation and reform efforts to enhance the nation’s economic growth.…
…As CBN unveils initiatives to boost inclusion among SMEs By Seun Ibiyemi Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso has identified increased financial inclusion as a factor that can foster the government’s target of a $1…
…As Owanari Duke retires from Group Board Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has announced the appointment of Henrietta Ngozi Ugboh as a Non-Executive Director on the Group’s Board. The appointment has been duly approved by the…
Nigeria’s public debt stock surged by N12.6 trillion between March and June 2024 amid continued depreciation of the naira which has remained pressured despite the Central Bank of Nigeria’s efforts to shore up the local currency. This spike in the…
