By Vivian Emoni Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, says the National Association of Seadogs’ new secretariat will deepen humanitarian service, strengthen charitable initiatives and broaden social advocacy across communities. Soyinka spoke during the foundation-laying ceremony at the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Friday, attended by association members, businessContinue Reading
By Vivian Emoni The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has called for peace and stability to drive industrialisation and trade for national productivity. Chief Emeka Obegolu, President of the ACCI made the call in his message to celebrate Nigerian workers on International Workers’ Day 2026. The theme ofContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) reported a profit before tax of N302.9 billion for the period ended March 31, 2026. The group disclosed this on Thursday in Lagos in its unaudited consolidated and separate financial statements for the first quarter. Interest income and fee income roseContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) has honoured the doyen of the Nigerian insurance industry, Olola Olabode Ogunlana, for his selfless service and contributions to the growth of the association. Also recognised were past chairmen and members of the association’s governing council, whose dedication over the years hadContinue Reading
By Philomina Attah The Risk Management Society of Nigeria (RIMSON) says it is intensifying efforts to ensure that risk management principles are integrated into every sector of the economy to drive national growth. The President of RIMSON, Dr Abbas Idriss, said this in an interview with the News Agency ofContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The Nigerian equities market closed bullish on Thursday, leading to N3.266 trillion gains for investors. The positive performance was driven by continued demand for industrial, consumer, and energy stocks like: Seplat Energy, Unilever, CAP, FTN Cocoa Processors, UAC of Nigeria and 41 other stocks. Specifically, the marketContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Lagos Business School (LBS) and Vanguard Pharmacy have highlighted gains from integrating healthcare delivery with retail convenience to improve service access in Nigeria. They said the model helps bridge gaps in primary care, especially in underserved communities, by bringing essential services closer to where people liveContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has urged company directors to prioritise consolidation, confidence and stability in the post-recapitalisation phase of the banking sector. Cardoso gave the charge at the induction of new members of the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria (CIoD)Continue Reading
Committee By Nana Musa The Federal Government has inaugurated the Joint Planning Committee (JPC) for the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit (NES32). Th8a marks a milestone in strengthening collaboration with the private sector for national development. The Minister of State, Federal Budget and Economic Planning (FMBEP), Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, inaugurated theContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has nominated Mr Joseph Tegbe as Minister of Power, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The nomination has been transmitted to the Senate for screening and confirmation in accordance with the Constitution. This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr BayoContinue Reading
