Aliko Dangote to Expand Refinery to 1.4 Million bpd, Targeting World’s Largest Capaliko Dangote, founder of the Dangote Group, has announced a massive expansion plan for the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, aiming to boost its production capacity from 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 1.4 million bpd. Speaking at a press[Read More…]
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FirstBank Revolutionizes Cross-Border Payments with PAPSS Integration on LIT
FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, had announced the successful integration of the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) into its flagship digital banking platform. The LIT app, enables customers to make instant, secure, and local currency-based cross-border payments across Africa. PAPSS,[Read More…]
Lafarge Africa Reshapes Board After Holcim Exit: Five Directors Resign, Five New
Lafarge Africa Plc has announced major changes to its Board of Directors following the ongoing divestment of its former majority shareholder, Holcim Group. Five non-executive directors — Mr. Kaspar Theiler, Mr. Khaled El Dokani, Mr. Rajesh Surana, Mr. Grant Earnshaw, and Mr. Taner Demir — have resigned. In their place,[Read More…]
FirstBank Set to Launch Tailored Financial Services for Blind and Physically Challenged Customers
FirstBank, the premier West African bank and a leading financial inclusion service provider, is set to introduce tailored financial services for blind, partially sighted, and physically challenged customers across its operations. This initiative is part of FirstBank’s broader continuous commitment to promoting Financial Inclusion and Diversity, which is shown in[Read More…]
CREDICORP Launches Game-Changing Pension-Backed Loan Program to Empower Nigeria’s Retirees
In a landmark move to revolutionize Nigeria’s consumer credit landscape, the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), in collaboration with Leadway Trustees and Optimus Bank, yesterday launched a transformative initiative under the theme “Empowering Retirement with Consumer Credit.” This bold program introduces affordable, pension-backed loans for Nigeria’s senior citizens, ensuring annuitants[Read More…]
Cordros Capital Limited Hosts Landmark Summit, Charts Course for “The Future of Wealth”
Cordros Capital Limited, a premier financial services firm, successfully hosted the Cordros Wealth Summit 2025 in Abuja, bringing together high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth investors, financial experts, and thought leaders. Held under the theme “Reimaginin the Future of Wealth,” the event served as a crucial platform for in-depth discussions on mastering and[Read More…]
CBN Holds the Line: The Tough Road to Price Stability
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is standing firm in its battle against inflation, a move that signals a determined, albeit tough, approach to achieving long-term price stability. In its latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the CBN opted to hold all key policy parameters, including the benchmark Monetary Policy[Read More…]
FirstBank Expo Rallies Agric Stakeholders to Rebuild Nigeria’s Export Capacity
Nigeria’s quest to break free from oil dependency and achieve food sovereignty took center stage at the FirstBank 2025 Agric and Export Expo, where the bank’s Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director emphasized FirstBank’s unwavering commitment to advancing Nigeria’s economic priorities through agricultural transformation. In his opening address, the FirstBank CEO described[Read More…]
Lagos State Supports Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and R&D with New Grant Disbursement
The Lagos State government, through the Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council (LASRIC), has awarded close to N75 million in grants to support groundbreaking research, innovative projects, and STEM initiatives across the state. The awards aim to foster a knowledge-driven economy, enhance technological advancement, and empower startups, entrepreneurs, and[Read More…]
Zenith Bank’s Enduring Reign – A Masterclass in Consistent Leadership
In the dynamic and often tumultuous landscape of Nigerian banking, one name consistently stands out as a beacon of stability and strength: Zenith Bank Plc. For an astounding sixteenth consecutive year, Zenith Bank has retained its coveted position as the number one bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital, as recognized[Read More…]
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FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office
The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]