Business

A lot of mischief is going on in the banking sub-sector of Nigeria’s financial ecosystem since the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on June 3, 2024, revoked the banking licence of Heritage Bank Plc. The not-so-subtle campaign by some faceless groups to demarket an otherwise solid financial institution like the …

This weekend’s edition of the CNN magazine programme, African Voices Playmakers, will feature Afropop singer, Adekunle Almaruf Kosoko, popularly known as Adekunle Gold. Gold will let viewers into the history of his journey in the Nigerian music industry and his plan for the future on the programme which comes up on Saturday at 8. …

In a bold step to enforce and ensure inclusive and equitable quality education, and to promote lifelong learning opportunities for everyone under the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG4) in Nigeria, Corporate Executive and Founder of the LightHouse Network, Nkiru Olumide-Ojo, launched her new book titled “Step Forward: Market Place Readiness.” The …

to Wema Bank PLC (Bloomberg: WemaBank: NL) (“Wema” or “the Bank”) announces the allotment of its N40billion Rights issue programme. -Raises N40billion through a Rights Issuance process. -Part of its larger 2-year; N150billion Capital programme. Rights fully subscribed. -Expected to Commence concluding tranche of additional Capital in Q4, 2024. -Corporate …

Digital solutions provider, Globacom, has announced that it will again be partnering with the organizers of the popular Ojude Oba festival this year in continuation of a tradition it started 18 years ago. Speaking at the pre-event press conference held at Awujale’s Palace in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Globacom’s representative, …

By: Philip Odiakose The media monitoring industry in Nigeria plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of advertising and public relations (PR). This industry, through its various key players, provides essential services that ensure brands can effectively track their media presence, evaluate their campaigns, and make data-driven decisions. Despite its …

In a groundbreaking development within the betting industry, SportyBet has unveiled a series of innovative updates to solidify its position as a leader in the field. With a focus on lightning-fast payouts and setting new records for maximum payout limits, SportyBet remains committed to delivering an unparalleled betting experience for …

Stanbic IBTC Capital, the investment banking subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has been recognised as the ‘Best Local Currency Bond House’ at the EMEA Finance Awards for the second consecutive year. This award highlights the company’s outstanding performance and pivotal role in the Nigerian capital markets.  In addition to the …

…Gov, Senators hail Dangote on impactful facility Leadership of the Senate at the weekend unveiled the multi-million dollar world-class Dangote Sinotruk West Africa Ltd CKD Plant established by the business mogul, Aliko Dangote with a call on other eminent Nigerians to emulate him in using their wealth to benefit the …

 Bright Echefu   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Bright Echefu, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Telecom Satellites Limited (TStv) and three others on nine-count money laundering charge. Others arraigned alongside Echefu before Justice Inyang Ekwo of a Federal High Court, Abuja on Thursday include the …