Funke Opeke exits MainOne after $320-million deal as Equinix focuses on growth
Funke Opeke steps down after 14 years as MainOne's CEO following a milestone $320 million acquisition by Equinix.
West & Central Africa
MTN Nigeria aims for $30.4-million commercial paper issuance to boost liquidity amid naira devaluation and rising costs
MTN Nigeria plans to raise $30.4 million through commercial paper issuance to strengthen liquidity amid naira devaluation and rising operational costs.
The 10 biggest donations by Femi Otedola: How he is building a legacy of impact
Otedola’s generosity has touched lives nationwide, with substantial donations spanning education, health, security, and economic empowerment.
BUA Foods posts $647 million in revenue in nine months, doubles earnings
BUA Foods Plc, one of Nigeria's top food producers, reports a 104-percent increase in revenue to N1.07 trillion ($647 million) for the nine months ending September 2024, driven by strong demand for sugar, flour, and pasta amid challenging economic conditions.
Dangote Oil Refinery denies payments to IPMAN amid ongoing negotiations
The refinery specified that any referenced payments were processed through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, not directly to them.
Femi Otedola drives parent firm of Nigeria’s oldest bank to $16 billion in assets
His leadership has helped push the group’s total assets past $16 billion, a milestone for the Lagos-based financial services provider.
IHS Nigeria powers relief efforts with solar boreholes for Maiduguri flood victims
The boreholes, part of IHS Nigeria’s ongoing collaboration with UNICEF, are designed to help prevent waterborne diseases and mitigate health risks for flood-affected residents.
Access Bank expands to Hong Kong to boost Asia trade operations
The move into Hong Kong comes against the backdrop of escalating U.S.-China tensions and Beijing’s deepening ties with Africa.
Nascon reports mixed results amid revenue surge and profit decline
Despite revenue gains, net profit fell 18.64% to N8.96 billion ($5.45 million) due to rising costs.
Transcorp Power to boost Nigeria’s national grid by 150 megawatts
This is part of a broader strategy to combat the ongoing energy shortages that have long plagued the nation.
MRS Oil Nigeria reports $151.4-million revenue in 9M 2024
Revenue for the first nine months of 2024 climbed to N248.71 billion ($151.42 million), up from N100.88 billion ($61.42 million) in the prior-year period.
Access Bank gains approval to acquire National Bank of Kenya in $100-million deal
This move is designed to enhance Access Bank's footprint in Kenya’s burgeoning financial market, reflecting the institution's commitment to expanding its presence in East Africa.
Airtel Africa extends tower lease agreements with American Tower Corp. for $1.2 billion
Telecom giant aims to stabilize costs and enhance sustainability in key African markets.
Adaora Umeoji, first woman to lead Zenith Bank, holds shares worth $2.2 million
Umeoji holds 91,710,123 shares in Zenith Bank, including 90 million directly and 1,710,123 through Palais Vendome Limited.
Moniepoint secures $110 million in Series-C round backed by Google
This funding will elevate the company’s digital payment and banking capabilities, reinforcing its commitment to revolutionizing financial services across Africa.
Jim Ovia gains $7.1 million from Zenith Bank stake
Ovia, the founder and chairman of Zenith Bank, holds a controlling stake of 16.2 percent — equivalent to 5,082,800,739 shares.