By Lucy Ogalue The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has engaged Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) on implementation of the National Policy on Affirmative Procurement (NPAP). The Director-General, BPP, Dr Adebowale Adedokun, said this at the Training for Policymakers and Awareness Raising on Inclusive Public Procurement in Abuja on Tuesday.Continue Reading
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has stressed the urgent need to consolidate and strengthen Nigeria’s domestic refineries through the provision of adequate, consistent crude oil supply.
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Tax By Nana Musa The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS), has set March 31 deadline for all taxable individuals resident in the FCT to file their annual income tax returns. This is contained in a statement issued by the Head, Corporate Communications, FCT-IRS, Mr Mustapha Sumaila, in Abuja.Continue Reading
By Ginika Okoye Abuja, March 2, 2026 (NAN) The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has assured the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) that any insurance entity that will give bond or protection to citizens will honour its obligations. The Commissioner for Insurance (CFI), Mr Olusegun Omosehin, gave the assurance during theContinue Reading
By Ginika Okoye The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to standardise requirements for issuance of insurance bonds and public procurement. Bond insurance, or financial guarantee insurance, is a type of coverage purchased by bond issuers (likeContinue Reading
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Publisher of The TMBC Business, Mr Tony Monye, has commended the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria for reducing the Monetary Policy Rate by 50 basis points to 26.5 per cent from 27.0 per cent. Monye made this known in Lagos onContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi The equities market rebounded on Monday from its previous session’s loss as investors gained N1.725 trillion. Investors renewed interest in key stocks like: NGX Group, Aradel, Union Homes Real Estate Investment, Sovereign Trust Insurance, PZ and 26 other advancing stocks contributed to the market’s positive performance. TheContinue Reading
The Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) has inaugurated an integrated Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refuelling facility at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife to spur gas availability and reduce transport cost.Continue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) Chartered, says access to responsible credit, financial inclusion, risk governance and institutional integrity will shape Nigeria’s economic future. Dr Markie Idowu, the newly inaugurated President and Chairman of Council, NICA, said this during her investiture ceremony in Lagos. Idowu noted thatContinue Reading
By Constance Athekame The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company(AEDC) says it is collaborating with stakeholders in the power sector to ensure steady electricity in it franchise areas. The Managing Director of AEDC, Mr Chijioke Okwuokenye, said this in Abuja on Thursday while interacting with newsmen. He said, ”We are doing aContinue Reading
