Business

FG committed to prosperity of MSMEs – Shettima

Vice-President Kashim Shettima the has assured that President Bola Tinubu’s administration was committed to the prosperity of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. Shettima, represented by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Sen. Ibrahim…

2023 Budget: NASS to hold emergency meeting today

By Matthew Denis Both the Senate and the House of Representatives have slated today (Thursday) for emergency sessions, geared towards extending the implementation period for the capital component of the N21.83 trillion 2023 budget and those of the N2.17 trillion…

Dangote Refinery contains fire incident, staff unhurt

By Esther Agbo Dangote Refinery has successfully contained a minor fire incident at its Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) yesterday. According to a statement released by Group Chief Branding & Communications Officer, Dangote Industries Limited, Anthony Chiejina, the situation was promptly…

NECA warns against making CSR mandatory

The Director-General of the Nigeria Employers Consultative Association (NECA), Adewale Oyerinde has issued a warning on the consequences of legislating on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). While speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the Third Nigeria’ Employers Summit on “Economic…

CBN issues IMTOs naira access to boost remittances

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced new measures to enhance local currency liquidity for the settlement of diaspora remittances. The measures will allow eligible international money transfer operators (IMTOs) to access naira liquidity at the official window. This…

CPIN to honour pension scheme contributors

By Esther Agbo The Chartered Pension Institute of Nigeria (CPIN) will recognise notable individuals who have significantly contributed to the success of Nigeria’s contributory pension scheme. This honour will be bestowed during the induction program scheduled for June 27, 2024,…

Shoprite to shut down Abuja branch June 30

By Matthew Denis The Management of Shoprite Mall has announced its intention to cease operation in one of its Abuja branches from June 30, 2024. The branch is situated at Novare Central Mall in Wuse Zone 5. This was contained…