Wema Bank strengthens leadership with key executive appointments
Ajimisinmi and Bakare to drive strategic growth and innovation.
Central and West Africa
Jospong Group secures $400-million Afreximbank funding for waste management and rice production across Africa
Jospong Group partners with Afreximbank to drive waste management reforms in Nigeria and expand rice production in Ghana.
UBA launches $144.2-million rights issue to boost capital and expansion
United Bank for Africa’s rights issue aims to strengthen regulatory compliance and accelerate its pan-African growth strategy.
Ecobank and Nium join forces to enable real-time cross-border payments in 35 African markets
Ecobank and Nium partner to bring real-time cross-border payments to 35 African markets, empowering businesses with faster, more efficient global transactions
Minority shareholders demand governance overhaul at Oando Plc amid delisting concerns
Minority shareholders push for governance reforms at Oando Plc amid delisting uncertainties, seeking stronger protections and transparency to safeguard their interests.
BUA Industries secures $200-million facility from Afreximbank to drive expansion and industrial growth in Nigeria
BUA Industries secures $200 million from Afreximbank to accelerate expansion, boosting Nigeria’s industrial growth and self-sufficiency in key sectors.
Jumia reports $20-million loss in Q3 amid economic pressures
Jumia posts a $20-million Q3 loss but strengthens its financial strategy, targeting growth in high-potential African markets while expanding into underserved areas.
Globacom names telecom expert Ahmad Farroukh as CEO to drive operational reform
Ahmad Farroukh steps in as Globacom's CEO to lead critical reforms and address urgent subscriber challenges.
UBA pursues $143.6-million rights issue for African expansion
UBA seeks $143.6 million in new capital to drive expansion across Africa.
Heirs Energies pledges to advance sustainable energy at African Energy Week 2024
Heirs Energies is set to drive sustainable energy solutions at African Energy Week 2024, aligning with Tony Elumelu’s vision for transforming Africa’s energy sector.
Fresh petition stalls Stella Oduah's N7.9-billion fraud arraignment for the sixth time
The fraud arraignment of former Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah has been delayed for the sixth time due to a fresh petition filed by co-defendants, calling for a review of the charges.
Oando commits to driving Nigeria’s energy future with sustainable solutions
Oando Group pledges to drive Nigeria’s energy future through sustainable solutions, with major projects like Okpai leading the way.
MTN Nigeria posts $311.2-million loss in Q3 2024 amid forex volatility and rising costs
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, led by CEO Karl Toriola, reports a staggering loss of N514.9 billion ($311.2 million) for Q3 2024, marking a sharp increase in losses compared to N14.9 billion ($9 million) in the same period last year, driven by foreign exchange challenges and rising expenses.
Zenith Bank reports $604 million in profit, nearly doubles earnings in Q3 2024
Zenith Bank, Nigeria’s leading financial institution, achieves a remarkable 99-percent profit growth, reaching N1 trillion ($604.3 million) in the third quarter of 2024, driven by robust interest income and strategic investments despite challenging economic conditions.
Tony Elumelu calls for stronger partnerships to revitalize Nigeria’s oil and gas sector
At the 3rd anniversary of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Tony Elumelu advocates for closer collaboration between international oil companies (IOCs) and local firms to address Nigeria’s energy challenges and boost production.
Access Bank plans dollar-denominated securities sale to fuel expansion, targets entry into U.S. market by 2026
Bank eyes African dominance and global market growth amid international bank pullbacks.