Nigeria: Evaluating how New CBN PoS and Agent Banking Rules will Reshape Trust, Access and Competition in Rural Finance

In many rural towns, the "bank" people touch most often is not a branch at all, but a kiosk with a POS terminal, a handwritten ledger, and an agent who knows everyone's name. A… Read more »

Nigeria: The Economics of Gen Z Participation in Nigerian Financial Markets and the Risks of Retail-driven Investment Growth

Young Africans used to invest their money through three main methods, including saving in bank accounts, participating in chama groups, and purchasing stocks through informal or… Read more »

Nigeria: Evaluating how new CBN PoS and agent banking rules will reshape trust, access and competition in rural finance

In many rural towns, the “bank” people touch most often is not a branch at all, but a kiosk with a POS terminal, a handwritten ledger, and an agent who knows… Read more »

Nigeria: The economics of Gen Z participation in Nigerian financial markets and the risks of retail-driven investment growth

Young Africans used to invest their money through three main methods, including saving in bank accounts, participating in chama groups, and purchasing stocks through informal or… Read more »

Nigeria: Contracts on Trial: Inside the Legal Battles Reshaping the Global LNG Trade

The liquefied natural gas (LNG) market, long anchored in trust and long-term contracts, is being reshaped in courtrooms and arbitration chambers. Read more »

Nigeria: Igho Sanomi to be Honoured During "Kashimawo" the Play in London

Igho Sanomi, a renowned energy expert and philanthropist, is set to receive a prestigious award for his outstanding contributions to African theatre, particularly his support for… Read more »

Nigeria: Bitcoin Interest Surges Across Nigeria Amid Growing Interest in Crypto

For Nigerians looking for financial growth, bitcoin remains a compelling option. Anyone considering this digital asset needs to understand the current market, regulatory warnings,… Read more »

Cote d'Ivoire: United Capital Group Deepens Pan-African Expansion with New Office in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

United Capital Group, Nigeria's leading investment banking and financial services institution, has taken a major step in its Pan-African expansion, with the official launch of its… Read more »

Nigeria: The Impact of Tax Reforms on Nigeria's Fiscal Health and Business Climate

Recent fiscal policy changes in Nigeria stem from extensive tax reform initiatives which aim to boost financial revenues while improving business conditions throughout the nation.… Read more »

Nigeria: What are the Best Prop Trading Firms in Nigeria in 2024?

Nigeria has become a hub for prop firms, offering traders numerous opportunities to grow their capital and develop their skills. Read more »

Nigeria: Power Listing Raises Governance Concerns Amid Investor Unrest on NGX

I read the article, subject above which was published on your platform on March 5, 2024, and would wish to correct a few wrong impressions created by the writer, who submitted his… Read more »

Nigeria: Power Listing Raises Governance Concerns Amid Investor Unrest on NGX

The listing of Transcorp Power on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has ignited significant controversy, bringing to the forefront concerns over the potential sidelining of minority… Read more »

Nigeria: Olam Underlines Nigeria Commitment And 'Categorically Denies' Fraud Accusations

The agribusiness giant Olam has released a statement “categorically denying” the “baseless and inflammatory statements” that were made against it by two… Read more »

Africa: Cricketing Excellence Across Africa - Ranking the Continent's Finest Teams

Introduced in the early 19th century, cricket is among the most widely played sports in Africa. To date, 23 countries on the continent have achieved ICC (International Cricket… Read more »

Nigeria: GIPLC Disburses Funds Raised at Igho Sanomi Charity Event for Sick Children

The Global Initiative for Peace, Love, and Care (GIPLC), a charity founded by Nigerian humanitarian Nuhu Kwajafa, has distributed ₦100 million ($160,000) to subsidize healthcare… Read more »

Nigeria: Lawyers Suffered 'Interference' From Nigerian Officials After Their Government Lost Billions In Compensation Claim

Lawyers fighting to secure £8 billion in compensation from the Nigerian government have been subjected to 'interference,' the High Court heard Friday Dec 2nd Read more »

Nigeria: Sports Betting Continuing to Rise in Popularity in Nigeria

Nigeria, like so many nations, remains as sport obsessed as ever, with huge matches and fixtures continuing to dominate the social calendar within the country. In addition, the… Read more »

Africa: Igho Sanomi Receives Forbes' Best of Africa Leading Philanthropist Award in New York

Forbes Media and the creators of Forbes Best of Africa have announced that Igho Charles Sanomi, a Nigerian oil mogul, has been named this year's Forbes Best of Africa Leading… Read more »

Nigeria: Can Nigerian Businesses Start Accepting Cryptocurrency as a Payment Option?

The rise of cryptocurrency in Nigeria is not new. In fact, Nigeria has been a purposive location for the crypto market despite the Central Bank of Nigeria's crypto ban. Regardless,… Read more »

Africa: Interglobe IEG and Turk Ilac Join Forces to Invest in Pharmaceutical Production in Africa

Following the 3rd Africa-Turkey Summit held in Istanbul in December 2021, Turk Ilac, a leading Turkish company in the production of medicines and vaccines, has set up a joint… Read more »

West Africa: Emmanuel Onyeje joins Backbase as Regional Manager West Africa and Head of Nigeria

Backbase, the global Engagement Banking Platform leader, is pleased to announce it has hired Emmanuel Onyeje as Regional Manager West Africa and Head of its Nigeria operations. A… Read more »

Nigeria:  Uk Expert Urges Nigerian Organisations To Identify Business Threats Opportunities. 

Director of TEXEM UK, Caroline Lucas, a British but passionate supporter of Africa, has urged Nigerian leaders and organisations to identify threats and opportunities to survive in… Read more »

Nigeria: HAM vs DTB Case: DTB Admits to Committing Illegalities, HAM Files and Awaits Judgement on Admissions in their Submissions

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Nigeria: Taleveras Says LNG Demand Growth is Here to Stay

As global markets recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, LNG markets globally are tightening, with demand growth led by anticipated surge in Asian and Latin America demand. Read more »

Nigeria: Naturgy Settles Arbitration with NLNG, Alleges Discriminatory and Antitrust Practices Against IOC Shareholders

It's been reported by Blueprint newspaper of Nigeria, that there is uneasy calm at the headquarters of the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), the state-controlled liquefied… Read more »