Ecobank Group unveils top 5 finalists for 2021 Fintech challenge
Ecobank Group on Thursday announced two Fintechs in Nigeria and three others as the five finalists of the 2021 Fintech Challenge. The Challenge is designed […]
BUSINESS
OPEC revises 2021 world oil demand downward to 5.7 mb/d
The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries ( OPEC) has revised the 2021 world oil demand forecast downward to 5.7 million barrels per day. OPEC […]
NEPZA solicits NASS intervention on robust appropriation for SEZs development
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has solicited the intervention of the National Assembly for a sustained and robust […]
NGX reiterates commitment towards gender equity and inclusion
By TENEBE ANTHONIA, Lagos – The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited has said it remains committed to promoting and supporting gender equality as well as creating and […]
FG, States to encourage establishment of small urban farms at homes, schools, others – Osinbajo
*By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – As part of other efforts to address malnutrition and related challenges in the country, the Federal Government in collaboration with […]
Cybercrime: NCC Reports new Malware AbstractEmu, attacking Android Devices
By MBAFAN ADE< Abuja – The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has alerted telecom consumers and the general public that a new Android malware has been […]
Paris Club Refund: Deduction not only unlawful but contrary to public policy, morality – NGF
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has described the move by the Federal Government to deduct the sum of $418 million […]
Jaiz Bank Plc reports N3.3bn PBT in 3rd quarter
By TENEBE ANTHONIA, Lagou – Jaiz Bank Plc, the Premier Non-Interest Bank in Nigeria has released its financial results for the third quarter ended 30 […]
Apapa Customs Command generates N86bn revenue in October
The Apapa Area Command of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) said it collected a total of ₦86.02bn as revenue for the month of October, despite […]
FMDQ’s turnover increases to N24.03trn in September
FMDQ Securities Exchange Ltd. has recorded a turnover of N24.03 trillion in the Fixed Income and Currency (FIC) markets in the month of September. This […]
Stakeholders at National Summit bring Cassava Seed System to the front burner
Today, stakeholders from the private and public sector including researchers are gathering in Abuja—Nigeria’s capital – for a national summit to discuss and seek ways […]
NCC awards N20m grants to 4 innovative tech startups
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has awarded N20 million grant to four deserving Nigerian tech startups for their novel digital solutions aimed at curbing insecurity […]
MTN Nigeria completes N200bn bond issuance programme
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced the successful completion of the issuance of its N89.99 billion Series II 10-Year 12.75 per cent Fixed Rate Bonds […]
Cybersecurity: NCC resolves to boost confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja – The Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) has resolved to boost trust and confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy by ensuring strict adherence […]
NGX highlights importance of data in trading derivatives at 6th Market Data Workshop
By TENEBE ANTHONIA, Lagos – Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has hosted the sixth edition of its Market Data Workshop on Wednesday, 3 November 2021. This […]
Boosting SMEs growth through FirstSME Account
First Bank of Nigeria Limited created FirstSME Account to add to its SME product family in support of small and medium scale business owners by […]
NCC hosts stakeholder engagement on 5G spectrum auction
By OLA MUDOPE, Lagos – As part of activities lined up for the implementation of the Fifth Generation (5G) Technology Deployment Plan in the country, […]
Tesla’s Elon Musk downplays deal to supply cars to Hertz
Tesla shares sunk in early trading on Tuesday after founder Elon Musk cast doubt on a deal to supply Hertz with rental cars. The Hertz […]
Shell unveils new energy business line in Nigeria
By MBAFAN ADE – Global energy company, Shell, has announced a new business line in Nigeria to expand natural gas marketing and sales to meet […]
eNaira: Experts task CBN on enlightenment campaign
Some financial analysts have urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure enhanced enlightenment campaign for the masses to embrace the eNaira digital currency […]