The perennial question of whether to opt for short-term (like Airbnb and corporate lets) or long-term (traditional residential leases) rentals is more nuanced than ever. Both strategies offer distinct advantages …
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Governor Peter Mbah Urges RMAFC to Release 13% Derivation Funds to Enugu State
Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State has appealed to the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to fast-track the release of 13 percent oil derivation funds due to …
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AMCON Moves to Recover Over ₦4tn in Debts with New Strategy and Stronger Partnerships
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has introduced a fresh strategy aimed at recovering more than ₦4 trillion in outstanding debts owed by various obligors across Nigeria. This new …
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Abuja Real Estate Market Raises Concerns Over Source of Wealth Amid Surging Prices
Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, is known mainly as the seat of government, where the country’s major political institutions are located. It is not a commercial or industrial hub like Lagos …
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CIBN Says Nigerian Banks Are Safe and Stable, Urges Public to Ignore Rumours
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has assured Nigerians that the country’s banking sector is strong, stable, and not in danger. This reassurance came after some media reports …
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Finance Minister Wale Edun Says Capital Market Key to $1 Trillion Nigerian Economy
The Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, has said Nigeria’s capital market will play a major role in helping the country achieve its goal of becoming a one-trillion-dollar economy. Edun …
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Fidelity Bank, SMEDAN Join Hands to Boost Small Business Growth Across Africa
Fidelity Bank Plc has entered into a strategic partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to support the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises …
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UBA Wins Big at 2025 DBN Awards, Honoured for Supporting Small Businesses Across Nigeria
United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has again been recognised for its strong support for small businesses in Nigeria. The bank won four top awards at the 2025 Development Bank …
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South Africa’s Inflation Rises Slightly in April Amid Food Price Pressure and Speculation Over New Target
Inflation in South Africa rose slightly in April 2025 due to higher food prices, although it remained below the central bank’s official target range. This is according to new data …
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CBN Keeps Interest Rate at 27.5% as Business Leaders Push for Reduction Amid Economic Concerns
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has decided to maintain the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), also known as the interest rate, at 27.50 per cent. This announcement was made by …