Business

Despite Economic Challenges, Zenith, Access, UBA, GTCO, Two Others Generated N3.11tn Profit in 2023

Zenith Bank remains the most profitable bank in Nigeria generating N795.96 billion profit before tax in 2023.

6 months ago

World Bank: Nigeria Will Grow By 3.3%, African Economies By 3.4% In 2024

The World Bank says the pace of Africa's economic expansion remains below the growth rate of the previous decade.

6 months ago

Report: NNPC Faces $3bn Payment Backlog to Fuel Traders

Mounting petrol payment backlog poses a challenge to Nigeria's efforts to manage its strained finances, says a Reuters report.

6 months ago

CBN Prohibits Use Of Foreign Currency Collaterals For Naira Loans

Nigerian banks have been given 90 days to wind down dollar-denominated collaterals following CBN's prohibition for Naira loans.

6 months ago

Keyamo: We’re Addressing Legal Issues Hampering Nigerian Airlines From Competing Globally

Aviation Minister Keyamo says judges have been advised not to grant injunctions to detain aircraft on dry lease in Nigeria.

6 months ago

KPMG: Nigeria’s Monetary Tightening Policy Will Attract More FX Inflows, But Not Enough To Tame Inflation

Nigeria's inflation reaching 31.7% in February 2024 necessitated the more aggressive response of the CBN to address inflationary pressures.

6 months ago

Afreximbank: We’re Working Hard to Enhance Trade Among African Countries

Afreximbank VP Kanayo Awani says Africa can boost its trade for a shared prosperity among countries within the continent.

6 months ago

Nigeria Customs Generates Record N489bn at Apapa Port in Q1 2024

Nigeria's Customs praised stakeholder cooperation and compliance for achieving revenue targets and facilitating smoother cargo clearance processes.

6 months ago

Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake Pledges Federal Support For Local Content In Mining Operations

Dele Alake has advised mining companies to emulate the international best practices of Segilola gold project to develop the sector.

6 months ago

Afreximbank Reports Strong Financial Performance for 2023 Despite Economic Challenges

Afreximbank’s Net interest income reached $1.4 billion, total assets grew by 20.12% by the end of 2023 FY.

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