In the highly competitive arena of Nigeria’s financial sector, two formidable institutions, Zenith Bank and Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), stand as giants, each with a distinct identity forged by decades …
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PalmPay Stresses Trust and Simplicity in Expanding Financial Inclusion Across Africa
African neobank, PalmPay, has emphasised the importance of trust, simplicity, and local partnerships in expanding access to financial services across the continent. The company made this known during the GITEX …
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Access Holdings Announces Resignation of Roosevelt Ogbonna from Board
Access Holdings Plc has announced the resignation of one of its non-executive directors, Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna, after three and a half years of service on its board. The notice, which …
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The Top 3 Most Profitable Sectors for Startups in Nigeria
Covering Nigeria’s dynamic business landscape, it’s impossible to ignore the sheer energy of the startup scene. Every day, new ideas and ventures emerge, all competing for a share of the …
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Wema Bank Surpasses Recapitalisation Target with N157bn Rights Issue
Wema Bank Plc has announced that it has successfully exceeded its recapitalisation target after raising N157bn through the first phase of its capital-raising exercise. The funds were secured from a …
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Fidelity Bank engages Volta Region media to deepen partnerships
Fidelity Bank Ghana has held a one-day media engagement session in Ho, the Volta Region capital, bringing together selected journalists and media practitioners to strengthen relations and enhance communication with …
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Africa Data Centres Secures Level One B-BBEE Status, Driving Inclusive Growth in South Africa’s Digital Economy
Africa Data Centres, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, has achieved a major milestone after being awarded a Level One B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) certification in South Africa. This is …
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ABC Transport Returns to Profit with N465.5m in First Half of 2025
ABC Transport Plc has reported a profit after tax of N465.5 million for the first half of 2025, marking a strong turnaround from the N191.5 million loss recorded in the …
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Chinese Yuan Weakens to 7.1405 Against US Dollar
The central parity rate of the Chinese currency, the renminbi (yuan), fell slightly on Monday, weakening by 23 pips to 7.1405 against the United States dollar. The China Foreign Exchange …
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Ecobank Targets Stronger Second Half as CEO Jeremy Awori Banks on Diverse Growth
Pan-African banking giant Ecobank has expressed confidence in achieving stronger financial performance in the second half of 2025, with Group Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Awori saying the lender’s diversified operations …