NAICOM Approves Name Change For Capital Express Assurance
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has approved the rebranding of Capital Express Assurance Limited to Capital Express Life Assurance Limited. This development was announced by the company’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mathew Ogwezhi, during its recent 23rd Annual General Meeting held at its head office in Lagos. According to Mr. Ogwezhi, the name change […]
Read MoreSEC Warns Against Cryptocurrency Fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a strong warning to investors and the general public, advising them to steer clear of Marino FX Ltd, a company falsely claiming to be a licensed cryptocurrency exchange. In a recent statement published on its official website, the SEC clarified that Marino FX Ltd is neither registered […]
Read MoreAccess Bank Finalises Acquisition Of Standard Chartered Bank’s Subsidiaries
Access Bank Plc has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Standard Chartered Bank’s subsidiaries in Angola and Sierra Leone. This was disclosed in a statement released recently and signed by the company Secretary, Sunday Ekwochi. This development follows agreements signed in July 2023 between Access Bank and Standard Chartered Bank for the acquisition […]
Read MoreFidelity Bank CEO Acquires ₦239m Worth Of Shares
The Managing Director (MD)\ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, has expanded her stake in the bank with the acquisition of 15 million shares in a transaction worth ₦239.4 million. The purchases were carried out over two days, November 21 and 22, 2024, at an average price of ₦15.96 per […]
Read MoreKwararafa Africa Moves To Acquire Minority Shares In Notore
Notore Chemical Industries Plc has announced a significant development in its ownership structure with an offer from Kwararafa Africa Limited to acquire shares held by the company’s minority shareholders. The notification, issued on November 26, 2024, was signed by the company’s Secretary, Mr. Matthias Ogwuche, and published on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) disclosure platform. […]
Read MoreJapaul Gold Signs N26bn Sand Mining Contract For Gracefield
Japaul Gold and Ventures Plc has taken a significant step in its operations with the announcement of a N26 billion sand mining contract with Gravitas Investment Limited. The agreement covers the mining of 3.5 million cubic meters of sand to reclaim 200 hectares of swamps and lagoons at Gracefield Island, a high-end development situated at […]
Read MoreAirtel Africa Names Dinesh Balsingh As CEO Of Airtel Nigeria
Airtel Africa has appointed Mr. Dinesh Balsingh as the new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airtel Nigeria. The appointment, effective November 1, 2024, also makes Mr. Balsingh a member of the Airtel Africa Group’s Executive Council. He succeeds Mr. Carl Cruz, who stepped down in October 2024 after a 17-month tenure […]
Read MoreBanks, Companies Raise Over ₦2.7trn From Capital Market-SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has revealed that over ₦2.7 trillion has been raised in Nigeria’s capital market by banks and other companies. This amount, which includes equity capital, excludes funds raised by fund managers. Notably, banks accounted for approximately ₦1.7 trillion of the total through recapitalisation exercises. Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the SEC Director-General, […]
Read MoreFCMB Partners With EStars To Introduce Esports Education
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has joined partnered with EStars to introduce esports education to Nigerian schools, targeting students aged 7 to 14 in primary and secondary institutions. The initiative is designed to equip young Nigerians with critical skills for navigating a digital and technology-driven world. EStars launched its educational esports platform in Nigeria on […]
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