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Stanbic IBTC Leads Financial Arrangement for UAC’s Acquisition of CHI Limited
Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc has played a major role in the acquisition of CHI Limited by UAC of Nigeria Plc, acting as the mandated lead arranger and delivering a full …
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Jumia Expands Rural E-Commerce Reach with New Report Highlighting Digital Inclusion
Jumia, one of Africa’s leading e-commerce platforms, has launched the second edition of its flagship report titled “E-Commerce in Rural Areas,” highlighting how digital retail is transforming underserved communities across …
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FG Extends Keffi–Nasarawa–Toto Road Project to Abaji for Better Connectivity
The Federal Government has approved the extension of the ongoing Keffi–Nasarawa–Toto Road project to Abaji in the Federal Capital Territory, bringing the total length of the corridor to 199 kilometres. …
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CBN, Bankers’ Committee Reopen Renovated National Theatre
Nigeria on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, officially reopened the newly renovated National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture & Creative Arts, after a …
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African Startups Near 2024 Record with $2.2bn Raised So Far in 2025
African startups are on track to surpass their total fundraising record from last year, having already secured more than $2.2 billion in 2025, excluding exits. This was revealed in the …
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PenCom Says Recapitalisation Will Strengthen Pension Industry
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has said its ongoing recapitalisation requirement for licensed pension fund operators is a strategic move to strengthen the financial base of the industry and safeguard …
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SEC Says Nigeria’s Non-Interest Capital Market Hits N1.6tn as Investors Embrace Ethical Finance
Nigeria’s non-interest capital market has grown to over N1.6 trillion, reflecting rising investor confidence and expanding participation in ethical and non-interest finance, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). …
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SEC Backs Islamic Finance as Key to Investment Growth and Financial Inclusion in Nigeria
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has identified Islamic finance as a major driver of investment growth and a vital tool for promoting financial inclusion in Nigeria and across Africa. …
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Business School Netherlands Graduates 42 Nigerians
Business School Netherlands (BSN), a globally accredited Tier One institution known for its Action Learning MBA, has graduated 42 Nigerian professionals at its 2025 global graduation ceremony. The event marks …