2 h. ago Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market

Tribune Online Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has called on African banks, insurers, and financial institutions to rally behind citizens with viable, bankable ideas while working collectively to create a more cohesive continental market that nurtures innovation and entrepreneurship. Delivering a keynote at the official opening of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 in Algiers on Thursday, […] Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market Tribune Online

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63 h. ago Cowrywise Financial Technology Ltd, through CFTL Digital Services Ltd, partners with Meristem to lower the barrier to entry into the Nigerian capital market

Cowrywise, Nigeria’s leading investment tech business, along with its sister company, CFTL Digital (a digital sub-broker, licensed to carry out read more Cowrywise Financial Technology Ltd, through CFTL Digital Services Ltd, partners with Meristem to lower the barrier to entry into the Nigerian capital market

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6 d. ago Ould Tah takes helm at AfDB, pledges urgent reforms, strategic partnerships

Sidi Ould Tah was on Monday sworn in as the ninth President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), pledging read more Ould Tah takes helm at AfDB, pledges urgent reforms, strategic partnerships

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7 d. ago FX Stability, Capital Inflows Drive N26trn Gain In Stock Market

Analysts on the Nigerian capital market have attributed the equities performance of N26.01 trillion gain in eight months to various factors, including foreign exchange stability, recovery of companies from FX losses, stronger market liquidity, and increased capital inflows. They also cited the dominance of domestic investors, increased portfolio investments, the Central Bank of Nigeria’s recapitalisation […]

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9 d. ago Civil Service Reform Imperative Amid Neutrality Debate, Says FCSC Chair

The chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has said that a public debate on the political neutrality of civil servants has compelled the urgent need for a total reform of the service. Olaopa, in a statement on Friday, disclosed this while reacting to the disagreement between the Head of the […]

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9 d. ago Capital Market Stakeholders Back Tinubu’s Reforms, Urge Companies To List On NGX

The Nigerian capital market stakeholders supported the federal government’s reforms and encouraged more companies to list on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). They cited the potential of the capital market to transform businesses and democratize wealth. A delegation of Nigerian capital market stakeholders, including Nonso Okpala, the group managing director of VFD Group Plc, met with […]

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1 week ago Bulls Lose Steam As Equities Market Dips By N325bn Amid Profit Booking

The Nigerian equities market yesterday experienced a downturn by N325 billion loss amid profit booking. The All Share Index (ASI) lost 512.60 points, representing a decline of 0.36 per cent to close at 141,248.76 points. Also, market capitalisation lost N325 billion to close at N 89.372 trillion. The downturn was impacted by losses recorded in […]

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1 week ago Tinubu Promises Continued Support For Capital Market Reforms, Expansion

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to supporting ongoing reforms and expansion efforts in Nigeria’s capital market, emphasising the sector’s critical role in driving economic growth and broadening investment opportunities. President Tinubu, who spoke on Tuesday during his state visit to Brazil, when he received the director general of the Securities and Exchange […]

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1 week ago Nigeria, China renew calls to democratise UN security council

By Chukwuma Umeorah Nigeria, China and other stakeholders have renewed calls for the democratisation of the United Nations Security Council, warning that the global body risks irrelevance if urgent reforms were not implemented. The call was made at the Lagos Sub-Forum commemorating the 80th anniversary of the UN, jointly organised by the Nigerian Institute of […] The post Nigeria, China renew calls to democratise UN security council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu applauds capital market growth, meets NGX Board, SEC Chief in Brazil

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Brasília, Brazil President Bola Tinubu has praised the performance of Nigeria’s capital market, describing its rapid expansion over the past two years as a reflection of growing investor confidence in his administration’s reforms. Speaking in Brazil on Tuesday, August 26, during his state visit, the President held discussions with the Director-General of […] The post Tinubu applauds capital market growth, meets NGX Board, SEC Chief in Brazil appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NGX Group CEO projects capital market as catalyst for Nigeria

Tribune Online NGX Group CEO projects capital market as catalyst for Nigeria-Brazil growth The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), Temi Popoola, has positioned capital markets as a critical lever for unlocking inclusive growth in Nigeria–Brazil relations, underscoring the role of exchanges in connecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to financing and cross-border opportunities. Speaking at a high-level business session during President Bola […] NGX Group CEO projects capital market as catalyst for Nigeria-Brazil growth Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Stockbrokers advocate urgent reforms to achieve $1trn economy

Stockbrokers, under the umbrella of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), have called on the Federal Government to initiate urgent read more Stockbrokers advocate urgent reforms to achieve $1trn economy

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2 w. ago “Nigerian Police Is An Oppressive Agency Rooted In Human Rights Violation” – Speed Darlington

Controversial musician Speed Darlington has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to implement urgent reforms within the Nigeria Police Force, highlighting the need for citizens’ rights to be safeguarded alongside economic progress. In a video shared on Saturday, August 23, the singer appealed to the President to prioritize police reform, noting that effective leadership extends beyond […] The post “Nigerian Police Is An Oppressive Agency Rooted In Human Rights Violation” – Speed Darlington appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Accountability, transparency key to restoring investor confidence — SEC DG

Tribune Online Accountability, transparency key to restoring investor confidence — SEC DG The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has underscored the role of accountability and transparency as critical drivers of investor confidence in Nigeria’s capital market. Dr. Agama made this known while delivering a goodwill message at a stakeholder engagement on internal control over financial reporting in the public sector, held […] Accountability, transparency key to restoring investor confidence — SEC DG Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Before you leave office, reform the Police — Speed Darlington urges Tinubu

Tribune Online Before you leave office, reform the Police — Speed Darlington urges Tinubu Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth. Before you leave office, reform the Police — Speed Darlington urges Tinubu Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Mob Attack: Kwara Gov’t Vows To Bring Perpetrators To Justice

The Kwara State government said it was working with law enforcement agencies to bring the killers of a woman, Khadijah, who was mistaken for a kidnapper in the State, to book. LEADERSHIP reports that a mob had on Thursday at Ipata Market area of Ilorin, the state capital, beat a woman later identified by the […]

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2 w. ago Bridging the gap: Nigeria’s health crisis demands urgent, coordinated reform

For millions of Nigerians, affordable and quality healthcare remains more a distant hope than a right, especially as illness can read more Bridging the gap: Nigeria’s health crisis demands urgent, coordinated reform

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2 w. ago AfCFTA to banks: Drive payments, unlock capital to power Africa’s borderless trade

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has challenged banks across the continent to step up as vital enablers of Africa’s borderless trade, by driving seamless cross-border payments, risk management and unlocking capital flows that will power the continent’s single market dream. The Secretary General, Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Wamkele Mene,  […] The post AfCFTA to banks: Drive payments, unlock capital to power Africa’s borderless trade appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NGE urges government to address economy, insecurity, governance

• Warns against attempt to weaken media The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has expressed deep concern over the multifaceted challenges confronting the nation, particularly in the areas of economy, insecurity, education, governance, and the media industry. While noting the federal government’s efforts to respond to these challenges through reforms, the NGE stated that the […] The post NGE urges government to address economy, insecurity, governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Stronger reforms needed to tackle Nigeria’s health gaps, AMCE warns

By Chinenye Anuforo The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) has called for urgent reforms to address Nigeria’s widening healthcare gaps, warning that millions risk being left behind without decisive policy action and stronger partnerships. Speaking at the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Annual General Meeting in Calabar, AMCE’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Aisha Umar, stressed […] The post Stronger reforms needed to tackle Nigeria’s health gaps, AMCE warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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