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Bandits attack two councils in Kaduna claims seven
At least seven people have been killed following separate attacks in Igabi and Kajuru local government areas of Kaduna state. According to a statement by the State Commissioner…
Okonjo-Iweala assumes duty as WTO DG today
The newly-elected Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala will assume duties today. The former Nigeria’s two-term Finance Minister was selected by the General…
Wema Bank dips by 2.7% to N5.1b in 2020
By Ngozi Onyeakusi------- Wema Bank Plc, has reported decline in its profit to billion the period ended 31st December, 2020 agains billion recorded in 2019. The lender equally recorded…
Valency Agro Taps Commercial Paper Market… Quotes ₦5.12bn Series I CP on FMDQ Exchange
In fostering the development of the Nigerian Debt Capital Markets , FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited has continued to avail its credible and efficient platform as well as tailor…
ACCESS BANK COMMENCES ACCELERATOR PROGRAM, TO EMPOWER STARTUPS THROUGHS AFRICA FINTECH FOUNDRY
. The Africa FinTech Foundry (AFF), an initiative of Access Bank Plc has commenced its accelerator programs The initiative is set to empower emerging startups, with mentorship programs,…
Cryptocurrency: 60% of central banks under pressure to create digital money’
Following the sudden rise in value and acceptability of Cryptocurrencies and the search by investors for alternative places to put their money, 60 per cent of Central Banks…
African Alliance Partners NCRIB For Increased Business Patronage
Joyce Ojemudia MD/CEO By Ngozi Onyeakusi----- African Alliance Insurance Plc., one of the foremost underwriting firms in the country, has assured resolve to continue to work with…
Zenith Bank records strong growth in profitability in 2020
ZENITH BANK has released audited 2020FY numbers , which showed that the bank recorded strong earnings growth over the prior year. This performance belies the challenging operating environment…
UNICEF launches ‘Faith for Life’ handbooks for Christians, Muslims
UNICEF, in collaboration with the National Orientation Agency (NOA), today launched new Faith for Life handbooks for Christians and Muslims with recommendations on child well-being. The handbooks leverage on the influence…
NSE lifts suspension on LASACO Assurance
By Ngozi Onyeakusi----- Following completion of its share reconstruction, Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) yesterday lifted its suspension placed on LASACO Assurance Plc. In a circular, the NSE stated that…