Founder and former CEO of Neimeth Pharmaceutical, Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa, has criticised the Nigerian government for its slow and disinterested approach to trade and franchising, warning that the lack of …
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Africa Must Scale Innovation, Infrastructure to Compete Globally.
Africa’s long-term economic growth and global competitiveness hinge on scaling local innovation and strengthening infrastructure, experts said at the 2025 Africa Soft Power Summit, which recently concluded in Nairobi, Kenya. …
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Housing Experts Back EFCC’s Claim on Abuja Luxury Properties Owned by Civil Servants
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s housing sector have supported the recent claim by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede, who said many of the luxurious …
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Aliko Dangote Named 2024 African Business Icon of the Year.
Africa’s richest man and President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has been honoured with the 2024 African Business Icon of the Year award by Champion Newspapers, in recognition …
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Keystone Bank Wins ‘Most Friendly SME Bank of the Year 2024’ at Champion Newspapers Awards.
Keystone Bank Limited has added another feather to its cap after emerging as the “Most Friendly SME Bank of the Year 2024” at the Champion Newspapers Annual Awards, held over …
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Leaders Call for African Solutions, Stronger Infrastructure
African business and political leaders have said the continent must invest more in local innovation, reliable infrastructure and cross-sector partnerships to drive long-term economic growth. The call was made at …
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i-Fitness Launches 26th Branch in Orchid, Lekki as Part of Nationwide Health Movement.
Nigeria’s leading fitness chain, i-Fitness, has expanded its footprint with the launch of a new branch in the Orchid community of Ikate, Lekki, Lagos, marking a significant milestone as the …
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Africa to Launch Own Credit Rating Agency to Boost Financial Sovereignty
Africa is set to establish its own credit rating agency, the African Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA), as part of a bold move to challenge the dominance of global rating giants …
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CITN Pushes for Digital Economy Tax Reforms to Tackle Revenue Leakages and BEPS
The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has said it is stepping up efforts to develop tax policies that target the digital economy and prevent base erosion and profit …
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Sundry Markets Limited Named Among Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies by Financial Times
Sundry Markets Limited, the operator of the well-known Marketsquare supermarket chain in Nigeria, has once again earned a spot on the prestigious list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, as ranked by …