3 h. ago Recapitalisation: FCMB Group Opens N160bn Public Offer For International Licence Renewal

FCMB Group Plc has commenced a N160 billion public share sale to strengthen its banking subsidiary and meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s new N500 billion minimum capital requirement for international banks. The offering of 16 billion shares at N10 each runs until November 6, 2025. Proceeds will recapitalise First City Monument Bank Limited and […]

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4 h. ago Olugbile’s “Sanya” wins Nigeria Prize for Literature, $100,000 richer

As Masobe Books shines at awards night Sanya, a book by Oyin Olugbile, has won the 2025 edition of The read more Olugbile’s “Sanya” wins Nigeria Prize for Literature, $100,000 richer

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4 h. ago Bauchi Attracts Over $5.2bn Investments, Signs 47 MoUs At Summit

Bauchi State has secured investment commitments exceeding $5.2 billion following the conclusion of the Bauchi Economic and Investment Summit where the state government signed 47 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with both local and foreign investors. The summit, held at the Sir Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre, Bauchi, attracted delegations and investors from China, Tunisia, Algeria, […]

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5 h. ago Nigeria’s Missing Stage: Why major African conferences are not held in Nigeria — and how to change that

Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation, largest economy, and one of the continent’s leading contributors to trade, investment, and professional read more Nigeria’s Missing Stage: Why major African conferences are not held in Nigeria — and how to change that

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6 h. ago Rising EPS signals renewed investor confidence in FMCG firms

The sharp rebound in earnings per share (EPS) across Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies is boosting the equities market, read more Rising EPS signals renewed investor confidence in FMCG firms

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10 h. ago 2024 Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit yields N673m in deals

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigeria in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has disclosed that the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) held in November, 2024, marked a significant milestone by attracting over 1, 500 participants, generating 168 investment deals worth approximately ₦673 million, and cementing its reputation as a critical platform for fostering diaspora-led economic development […] The post 2024 Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit yields N673m in deals -NiDCOM appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Era Of Depending On Oil Revenues Must End– Governor Mohammed

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has rejected the long-standing narrative that Northern Nigeria depends solely on wealth generated by other regions, declaring that the North has become a significant contributor to the nation’s economy. Speaking during the closing session of the Bauchi Investment Summit at the newly inaugurated Sir Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre, Bauchi, […]

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13 h. ago Air Force Probes Possible Accidental Strike On Gin Distillery In Rivers

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has initiated an investigation following claims that an airstrike targeting illegal refining sites in Etche Local Government Area, Rivers State, may have inadvertently struck a local gin distillery. After the operation carried out on Tuesday, efforts continued to dismantle illegal crude oil refining activities across the Niger Delta region. According […] The post Air Force Probes Possible Accidental Strike On Gin Distillery In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago NELFUND reopens student loan portal for 2024/2025 academic year

…gives 203 affected institutions 24 hours to act From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the reopening of the student loan portal for interested students to apply for tuition fees for the 2024/2025 academic year alongside the optional monthly stipend to enable tertiary institutions that are yet to complete their student […] The post NELFUND reopens student loan portal for 2024/2025 academic year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Kano NSCDC Arrests Three With Marijuana, Hands Them Over To NDLEA

The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security And Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has handed over a suspected Indian hemp dealer and two other accomplices to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution. The trio was reportedly arrested by NSCDC operatives in Doguwa Local Government Area of Kano State during […] The post Kano NSCDC Arrests Three With Marijuana, Hands Them Over To NDLEA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Police Arrest 10 Suspected Human Traffickers, Rescue 18 Children In Abia

Police say suspects are currently in custody as investigations continue at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Abia Command. The post Police Arrest 10 Suspected Human Traffickers, Rescue 18 Children In Abia appeared first on Channels Television.

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19 h. ago Capital Express Life shareholders’ fund hits N14bn on capital injection, investment income

Capital Express Life Assurance Limited was thinking ahead of the insurance industry recapitalisation, announcing already achieved 53 percent increase in read more Capital Express Life shareholders’ fund hits N14bn on capital injection, investment income

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20 h. ago North Africa dominates, as Africa’s gold reserves hit $91.7 billion

The cumulative gold reserves held by African central banks have surged to $91.7 billion, driven by the sharp rally in read more North Africa dominates, as Africa’s gold reserves hit $91.7 billion

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20 h. ago Tinubu Approves Reforms To Strengthen Nigeria Police Trust Fund

President Bola Tinubu has approved the conferment of 959 national honours and endorsed reforms to strengthen the funding framework for the Nigeria Police Force. The announcements followed marathon sessions of the National Council of State and the Police Council at the State House, Abuja. Addressing journalists on Thursday after the meetings, the Permanent Secretary of […] The post Tinubu Approves Reforms To Strengthen Nigeria Police Trust Fund appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago PICTORIAL: Bauchi Attracts $5.2bn Investments, Signs 47 MoUs At Economic Summit

Bauchi State Government has secured investment commitments exceeding $5.2 billion following the conclusion of the Bauchi Economic and Investment Summit, where the state government also signed 47 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with both local and foreign investors. The summit, held at the newly inaugurated Sir Ahmadu Bello International Conference Centre, Bauchi, attracted delegations and investors […]

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26 h. ago Osinbajo Accuses Supreme Court Of Inconsistency, Seeks Overhaul Of Nigeria’s Justice System

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has faulted the Nigerian Supreme Court for what he described as inconsistency and excessive reliance on technicalities at the expense of substantive justice. Osinbajo, a Professor of Law, made the observation in Ilorin, Kwara State capital, during the second Prof. Yusuf Ali Annual Lecture organised by the Kwara State University […]

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26 h. ago Nigeria’s Economic Growth Hinges On Decisive Action, Says LCCI

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised the need for the Nigerian government to accelerate economic reforms to stimulate sustainable growth, improve living standards, and restore investor confidence. LCCI stated this in its presentation of the private sector perspective on the recently released Nigeria Development Update (NDU) 2025 by the World Bank, […]

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27 h. ago ‘We continue to invest in automation and tech to cut inefficiency’ – Co

Jayson Oyarekhua, co-founder and director of The Hub Terminus Limited (THL), a technology-driven logistics company, explains in this interview with read more ‘We continue to invest in automation and tech to cut inefficiency’ – Co-founder THL

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27 h. ago Tech stocks outperform broader market with 139% average YTD gain

Investors who placed early bets on the Nigerian Exchange’s ICT stocks have seen some of the strongest returns in 2025, read more Tech stocks outperform broader market with 139% average YTD gain

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27 h. ago “I Can Afford To Be A Failed Musician, Not A Failed Father” — Adekunle Gold

Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has opened up about his family and personal values, revealing that his wife, Simi, and their daughter, Adejare, remain the most important part of his life. Speaking on a recent episode of the NotJustOk podcast, posted on X on Thursday, the ‘Orente’ crooner shared that his biggest motivation is to provide […] The post “I Can Afford To Be A Failed Musician, Not A Failed Father” — Adekunle Gold appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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