J.P. Morgan index return to attract fresh funds to Nigeria

Swat Bako, Abuja Nigeria is set to attract fresh foreign portfolio investment into its domestic bond market following its inclusion in J.P. Morgan’s newly launched Government Bond Index–Emerging Markets Edge…

Nigeria’s PPP model becomes template for $3.1bn AfCFTA customs project — ICRC

Nigeria’s public-private partnership (PPP) model has emerged as a template for a $3.1 billion customs modernisation project under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), according to the Infrastructure Concession…

Microsoft shares record biggest one-day increase in value

Microsoft gained nearly $450 billion in market value on Thursday, setting a record for the largest single-day gain ever recorded by a company. The software company shares rose above 15…

NGX Group declares N1.30 interim dividend

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) Plc has announced an interim dividend of N1.30 per ordinary share for the six months ended June 30. The group, in a statement on…

Tax Ombud, NBA, JRB push inclusive reforms to boost tax compliance

Key stakeholders in Nigeria’s tax administration have reaffirmed their commitment to building a fair, transparent and inclusive tax system, describing trust, harmonised tax administration and stronger taxpayer protection as critical…

WATAF backs regional digital tax cooperation

Barbara Bako, Abuja. The West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) has said countries across the region are making significant progress in adopting digital technologies to strengthen tax administration and improve…

Oyedele joins African leaders, investors at LSE event

Barbara Bako, Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, joined African leaders, global investors, and top financial executives at the London Stock Exchange (LSE)…

SEC taps data analytics to drive capital into Nigeria

Barbara Bako, Abuja The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Emomotimi Agama, has said Nigeria’s capital market is prioritising data, artificial intelligence and technology-driven regulation to attract both domestic…

CBN seeks states’ support to curb inflation

CBN seeks states’ support to curb inflation By Barbara Bako, Abuja. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has called on State Governments to adopt disciplined fiscal practices to support Nigeria’s…

NAICOM, ECOWAS Brown Card Council deepen ties

NAICOM, ECOWAS Brown Card Council deepen ties Barbara Bako, Abuja The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has hosted a high-level delegation from the Council of Bureaux of the ECOWAS Brown Card…