4 h. ago Poor governance offsetting reform gains in Africa – World Bank

… warns against lagging service delivery, weak transparency eroding trust Despite isolated progress in fiscal discipline and digital transformation, poor read more Poor governance offsetting reform gains in Africa – World Bank

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5 h. ago BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension

Tribune Online BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been called upon to reconsider its recapitalisation policy on Bureau De Change (BDC) by granting extension window for a minimum of six months, among others, for equity, fairness, and inclusive economic governance. BDC recapitalisation: Arewa economic forum kicks, seeks CBN’s extension Tribune Online

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6 h. ago IFC, AfDB partner EbonyLife to support African film industry

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have partnered with EbonyLife Media to strengthen Africa’s film read more IFC, AfDB partner EbonyLife to support African film industry

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10 h. ago Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal

Tribune Online Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has recently secured a Payment Institution (PI) license from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). With this license, Flutterwave is positioned to help businesses in Senegal scale by offering its full range of seamless digital payment services. It further demonstrates the company’s commitment to connecting Africa to […] Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Mass job losses, insecurity risks over CBN’s BDC recapitalisation policy

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Arewa Economic Forum has warned that the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) new Bureau De Change (BDC) recapitalisation policy could wipe out northern participation in the sector, displace thousands of small business owners, and worsen the region’s security challenges. Chairman of the Forum, Ibrahim Dandakata, who raised the alarm at […] The post Mass job losses, insecurity risks over CBN’s BDC recapitalisation policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Stanbic IBTC advises Tolaram on successful Mandatory Takeover Offer to Guinness minority shareholders

Stanbic IBTC Capital, a leading investment banking and capital markets solutions provider, acted as sole financial adviser to Tolaram (acting read more Stanbic IBTC advises Tolaram on successful Mandatory Takeover Offer to Guinness minority shareholders

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14 h. ago Wizkid Apologised For Insulting Me During EndSARS – Reekado Banks

Nigerian singer Reekado Banks has disclosed that his colleague, Wizkid, has expressed regret over their public fallout during the EndSARS protests in October 2020. The two had clashed after Reekado announced the release of their joint track, Omo Olomo, at the height of the nationwide protests. Wizkid, who was among the loudest celebrity voices supporting […] The post Wizkid Apologised For Insulting Me During EndSARS – Reekado Banks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Court voids Union Bank’s £130m deduction from NICON Investment account, orders refund

Tribune Online Court voids Union Bank’s £130m deduction from NICON Investment account, orders refund …awards additional £1m damages in favour of NICON  …as Unon Bank heads to Appeal Court A Lagos State High Court has voided Union Bank’s deduction of £130,720,557.06 belonging to Nicon Investment Limited due to alleged indebtedness. Justice O. O. Abike-Fadipe voided the banks action on the grounds that the deduction was made without authorisation or […] Court voids Union Bank’s £130m deduction from NICON Investment account, orders refund Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Keystone Bank Addresses Challenges Facing SMEs In Kaduna, Others

A nationwide SME Business Clinic, held in celebration of the United Nations’ World Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Day 2025, has provided vital support to entrepreneurs in 10 major Nigerian cities throughout June. Themed “Empowering SMEs for Growth and Sustainability,” the initiative focused on equipping small and medium-sized enterprises with the skills and resources needed […]

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17 h. ago Court slams €1m damages against Union Bank over breach, negligence

Tribune Online Court slams €1m damages against Union Bank over breach, negligence Awards N50m damages in favour of NICON Investment Ltd•Union Bank heads to Appeal Court A High Court of Lagos State has slammed £1 million in damages against Union Bank Plc for negligence and breach of its fiduciary duties to NICON Investment Limited. Delivering judgment on Wednesday in a suit marked LD/1074/2010 filed by NICON Investment […] Court slams €1m damages against Union Bank over breach, negligence Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Oluwatoyin Ahmed Edu: Steering Risk, Growth and Opportunity at the Bank of Industry

Lagos, Nigeria — When the Board of Directors of the Bank of Industry (BOI) announced the appointment of Oluwatoyin Ahmed read more Oluwatoyin Ahmed Edu: Steering Risk, Growth and Opportunity at the Bank of Industry

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21 h. ago Recapitalisation drive triggers N783bn fund hunt in banking sector

…Mergers, investor talks intensify By Chinwendu Obienyi The capital shortfall facing Nigerian commercial banks has narrowed to N783.4 billion. This follows the successful recapitalisation of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, which has deepened investor confidence and sparked renewed speculation about possible mergers and acquisitions ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) 2026 deadline. Daily Sun, on […] The post Recapitalisation drive triggers N783bn fund hunt in banking sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Property Dispute: Developer Denies Receiving EFCC’s Letter Over N102m Draft

The Chief Executive Officer of Oak Homes Limited, a property firm, Olukayode Olusanya, has denied ever receiving a letter from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), dated September 13, 2023, inviting him to collect a bank draft of N102m from the commission. Olusanya, while being cross-examined by the EFCC counsel, Mr. E.S. Okondu, before […]

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27 h. ago FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos

Tribune Online FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Deutsche Bank acted as Global Coordinator, Initial Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner, and participated in the syndicate alongside other regional and international lenders. FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Tribune Online

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29 h. ago World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

The World Bank has again ranked Nigeria among the Lower-Middle Income Economies (LMIEs), placing Africa’s top oil producer behind conflict-ridden read more World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

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33 h. ago Wema Bank to empower women with N2m grant at SheCan Conference

Wema Bank is advancing women’s empowerment, partnering with the SheCan Conference for the fifth consecutive year, where it will award read more Wema Bank to empower women with N2m grant at SheCan Conference

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34 h. ago Keystone Bank Donates ICT Centre To Nursing, Midwifery College In Borno

In a strong demonstration of its commitment to education and digital literacy, Keystone Bank Limited has donated a fully equipped ICT Centre to the College of Nursing and Midwifery, Maiduguri, Borno State. According to the retail lender, the project was delivered under the Keystone Bank Educational Support Initiative. The state-of-the-art ICT Centre is furnished with […]

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35 h. ago Wema Bank Set To Empower Women With ₦2m Grant At SheCan 6.0 Conference

Wema Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s empowerment by partnering with the SheCan Conference for the fifth consecutive year. This year’s edition – SheCan 6.0, will hold on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Balmoral, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, and is expected to host over 7,000 women under the theme “SheCan Do More”. Announcing […]

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38 h. ago Keystone Bank donates ICT centre to Maiduguri College of Nursing and Midwifery

In a strong demonstration of its commitment to education and digital literacy, Keystone Bank Limited has donated a fully equipped read more Keystone Bank donates ICT centre to Maiduguri College of Nursing and Midwifery

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39 h. ago UBA’s Business Series returns with focus on collaboration for MSME growth

United Bank for Africa (UBA) is reaffirming its commitment to business development and financial inclusion as it hosts the second read more UBA’s Business Series returns with focus on collaboration for MSME growth

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