2 h. ago Dangote dangles dollar dividends to lure investors for refinery IPO

Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Group, has announced plans to introduce an unprecedented dividend structure for his $20 billion oil read more Dangote dangles dollar dividends to lure investors for refinery IPO

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11 h. ago Digital workforce will power Nigeria’s next chapter – Tinubu

President Tinubu’s administration is building a digital workforce through the 3MTT programme to drive Nigeria’s growth and a trillion-dollar economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/digital-workforce-will-power-nigerias-next-chapter-tinubu/

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11 h. ago Dangote unveils N1trn education scholarship funds, targets 1.3 million learners

The Group President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, on Thursday, in Lagos, launched education scholarship funds of N1 trillion..

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12 h. ago Equities extend gains as NGX adds N694bn on renewed buying interest

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) sustained its upbeat performance on Thursday as renewed investor interest lifted the market further into positive territory.

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14 h. ago Dangote offers dollar dividends to lure investors to refinery IPO

Aliko Dangote, the president of Dangote Group, has announced plans to introduce an unprecedented dividend structure for his $20 billion read more Dangote offers dollar dividends to lure investors to refinery IPO

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15 h. ago VP Shettima Seeks Private Sector Push As Dangote Launches ₦100bn Scholarship Fund

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has flagged off the Aliko Dangote Foundation Education Scholarship Initiative, calling for stakeholders to recommit to building a future where every Nigerian child can become the best version of themselves. This is in line with the unveiling of a ₦100 billion annual education support programme by the President of […]

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15 h. ago Gov Yusuf hails Dangote for allocating 25% of wealth to charity

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has praised Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, for committing 25 per cent of his wealth to charity, an unprecedented philanthropic gesture he described as “historic” and a model for the continent.

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15 h. ago Economic competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria’s new tax laws

In recent weeks, a wave of commentary has suggested that Nigeria’s new tax regime may scare away investors, trigger capital read more Economic competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria’s new tax laws

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18 h. ago Scrutiny tightens on trusts as new tax rule charges based on the residency of the settlor

For Nigerian investors navigating volatile markets, wealth protection is no longer just about chasing high returns; it demands careful structuring, read more Scrutiny tightens on trusts as new tax rule charges based on the residency of the settlor

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25 h. ago Why lawmakers must take a second look at the proposed excise amendment bill

In a period when Nigeria is working hard to stabilise its economy, strengthen investor confidence, and rebuild the manufacturing sector, read more Why lawmakers must take a second look at the proposed excise amendment bill

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31 h. ago Federal Government Unveils Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme

The federal government has announced the launch of the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Programme, an intervention aimed at restoring liquidity in Nigeria’s electricity market and rebuilding investor confidence. The disclosure was made by the special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Energy, Olu Verheijen, through a post on her X handle on Wednesday. Verheijen […]

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36 h. ago ECOWAS appoints Dangote to lead business council for economic growth

ECOWAS launches a new Business Council, appointing Aliko Dangote as its first chair to boost regional economic growth and private sector investment. Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-appoints-dangote-to-lead-business-council-for-economic-growth/

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49 h. ago Alleged CGT implementation fear triggers fresh debate, after investors’ sell

FRESH controversy has engulfed the Nigerian capital market as fears over the alleged implementation of a higher Capital Gains Tax (CGT) continue to rattle investors despite repeated official clarifications. The anxiety, which persists even as authorities insist that most retail investors remain exempt, has triggered a wave of sell-offs that wiped out trillions of naira […]

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53 h. ago Blueprint for the continent: EWA 2025 drives talent, capital and policy to ‘Close the Gap’ in African creativity

The inaugural edition of Entertainment Week Africa (EWA) represented a cultural festival as it brought together creators, executives, investors, policymakers and industry leaders for a six-day, multi-venue event. Featuring an impressive line-up of stars including Tiwa Savage, Teni, Don Jazzy, Yemi Alade, Waje and Sasha P. Founder of Entertainment Week Africa, Deola Art Alade, said […]

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60 h. ago Nigeria Courts Global Investors With New Incentives At London Mining Expo

The federal government has unveiled a new package of incentives aimed at attracting global players to Nigeria’s mining industry, offering measures such as seamless profit repatriation and duty waivers on imported mining equipment. The incentives were announced at the Resourcing Tomorrow Exhibition and Conference held recently in London. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele […]

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3 d. ago CMC: SEC unveils broad market reforms, targets T+1 settlement

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced wide-ranging reforms aimed at strengthening market efficiency, deepening investor confidence, and accelerating the digital transformation of Nigeria’s capital market. SEC Director-General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, unveiled the initiatives during the second Capital Market Committee (CMC) meeting for 2025, where he also confirmed Nigeria’s move toward a T+1, and […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria activates plans for T+1 settlement as SEC unveils broad market reforms

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has disclosed a series of wide-ranging reforms aimed at strengthening market efficiency, deepening investor read more Nigeria activates plans for T+1 settlement as SEC unveils broad market reforms

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3 d. ago SEC to enhance synergy among regulators, improve investor confidence with Regulatory Hub

Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched the Regulatory Hub, a centralised digital platform designed to foster collaboration, strengthen read more SEC to enhance synergy among regulators, improve investor confidence with Regulatory Hub

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3 d. ago Lagos enterprise conference connects entrepreneurs, investors, partners

To connect entrepreneurs with potential investors and partners, Masterpiece Resource Development Centre (MRDC) convened a two-day enterprise summit in Lagos. read more Lagos enterprise conference connects entrepreneurs, investors, partners

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3 d. ago Gov Bala commends CAN, Christians for synergy, peaceful coexistence in Bauchi

"I want to reaffirm our commitment to continue delivering good dividends of democracy to the people of Bauchi State...

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