The African Development Bank (AfDB) has completed eight Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZs) across Nigeria under the first phase of its agricultural transformation initiative, with 28 more zones currently being …
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Compliance Pressure on Fintechs Rising as Nigerian Startups Turn to RegTech and AI Solutions
Kayode Opeyemi, a former consultant with KPMG and now a respected expert in financial technology and risk management, has shared deep insights into how Nigerian startups are dealing with compliance …
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FCMB, ICC Nigeria Call for Sustainable Solutions to Boost Nigerian Businesses in Global Trade
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) and the International Chamber of Commerce Nigeria (ICCN) Banking Commission have jointly called for sustainable strategies that will empower Nigerian businesses to seize global trade …
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FRC, LCCI, and Centre for Business Integrity Launch Push for Good Governance in Nigeria’s 40 Million MSMEs
The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC) has joined forces with the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and the Centre for Business Integrity (CBi) to promote corporate governance …
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NNPC Boss Bayo Ojulari Assures Timely Completion of $2.8bn AKK Gas Pipeline Project
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, has given fresh assurance that the $2.8 billion Ajaokuta–Kaduna–Kano (AKK) Natural Gas Pipeline project …
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NGX Market Closes Flat Despite N67bn Gain Amid Mixed Sentiment
The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) ended trading on a quiet note on Wednesday, gaining N67 billion in market capitalisation, even though overall trading activities dropped significantly. The day’s session reflected …
The federal government has announced that Nigeria’s total tax revenue for the first half of 2025 rose to N14.27 trillion, showing a big jump of 43 per cent from the …
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NOGASA Threatens to Halt Operations Over Dangote Refinery’s Direct Distribution Plan
The Natural Oil & Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) has threatened to suspend its operations if Dangote Refinery proceeds with its planned direct distribution of petroleum products to end …
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UK Businesses Eye Nigeria, Africa for Strategic Growth Amid Mineral Wealth, Reforms
British businesses are showing growing interest in Nigeria and other African countries as the continent becomes a key target for international investments. This development is driven by Africa’s vast mineral …
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New Development Bank Offers Fairer Option for Developing Nations
The Brazilian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Mr. Jamdyr Ferreira Santos, has praised the New Development Bank (NDB) as a strong and fair alternative to traditional global lenders. He said the bank …