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Michael Olumide Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has affirmed the capitalization of Alpha Morgan Bank, marking a significant milestone in the bank’s growth trajectory and reinforcing its commitment to building a strong, resilient, and future-ready financial institution. The affirmation underscores the bank’s compliance with regulatory requirements and highlights its strategic…

Michael Olumide Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) Nigeria has reiterated the need for stronger collaboration with the Bank of Industry (BOI) to advance support for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) during a courtesy visit to the bank’s management. Visit to Mr. Oluwatoyin Ahmed Edu, the newly appointed Executive Director for…

Stanley Ihedigbo In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the pan-African financial powerhouse Ecobank Group, has unveiled a significantly enhanced edition of its acclaimed gender financing initiative, Ellevate by Ecobank, aimed at accelerating the growth and success of women entrepreneurs across the country The upgraded…

Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC) has announced the resumption of normal business operations at its corporate headquarters in Abuja following a fire outbreak that disrupted activities earlier in the week. According to the General Manager, Corporate Affairs, Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation, Magdalene Omosimua, the Corporation said operations will fully resume…

Stanley Ihedigbo Managing Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria, Michael Ehindero, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainability, emphasizing that responsible business practices and minimizing environmental impact are at the core of its operations and strategic growth. He stated that as a member of the Pernod Ricard Group, a global leader in…

Stanley Ihedigbo In a move to accelerate Nigeria’s industrial development, the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has reiterated its commitment to working closely with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), spotlighting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as critical engines of the country’s next industrial leap.…

Stanley Ihedigbo Chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), Joseph Tegbe, has emphasised that tax policy must function as a strategic enabler of governance, noting that an efficient and transparent tax system is fundamental to driving sustainable development, strengthening public institutions, and delivering democratic dividends to citizens. He…

Stanley Ihedigbo Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals, David Bird, has said the refinery is delivering measurable public health and environmental benefits through the production of Euro 5 standard fuels, a move that is positioning Nigeria among countries with the highest fuel quality specifications…

Stanley Ihedigbo Following a court-ordered meeting and receiving overwhelming shareholder endorsement, the merger between Unity Bank Plc and Providus Bank Limited is firmly on track, with integration efforts progressing steadily to create a stronger, unified banking institution. Analysts appraising the ongoing recapitalisation programme believe that the regulatory backing and shareholders’…

Stanley Ihedigbo Dangote Petroleum Refinery is more than just an industrial marvel; it is a transformative project poised to redefine Africa’s energy landscape. Speaking during a journalists’ tour to the organization’s facilities, at Lekki Free Zone, Lagos, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), David Bird described the refinery as…