Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its leadership in Nigeria’s digital banking space by winning two major honours — the Digital Bank of the Year and Best Bank for Micro, Small and …
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China Condemns Trump’s 100% Tariffs on Chinese Goods
China has criticised the decision by the United States President, Donald Trump, to impose 100 per cent tariffs on all Chinese goods, describing the move as “hypocritical” and harmful to …
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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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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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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 …
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Nigerian Agric-SMEs Get New Boost as EDC, AGRA Partner to Unlock Funding and Growth Opportunities
Agricultural small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria have received a fresh opportunity to access funding, expand operations, and scale their businesses through a high-level networking event organised by the …