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Nigeria records N7.37trn trade deficit in 2020
By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria’s trade with other countries worsened in 2020, resulting in a trade deficit of N7.37 trillion for the year, following sharp declines in exports of crude oil,
New firm debuts, pledges to rewrite insurance perception
In a bid to deepen insurance penetration, especially life insurance policy in the Nigerian market, a subsidiary of Enterprise Group Plc, Enterprise Life Assurance, has commenced operation in Nigeria. The
Ardova, Lafarge Africa, others lift market index by 0.17%
Transactions on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) reopened upbeat yesterday occasioned by gains in some blue-chip stocks, including Ardova and Lafarge Africa, leading to a rise in the All-Share Index
Experts charge insurers on N59trn real estate opportunity
Experts in the nation’s insurance industry have called on underwriting firms to tap into opportunities in the real estate sector, which valuers estimate at about N59 trillion to contribute to
Ganduje hails Aspira’s contribution to Kano economic growth
The governor of Kano State, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has applauded the contributions of Aspira Nigeria Limited, a home product giant, towards the development of the state. The post Ganduje hails
‘Governance, transparency challenges affect debt management in W/Africa'
Poor governance, lack of transparency and use of improper strategies have been identified as some of the challenges affecting debt management practice in West Africa. The post ‘Governance, transparency challenges
SON council approves 96 new standards for businesses
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) Governing Council has approved 96 new Nigerian Industrial Standards for national use. The standards cut across chemical technology, electrical/electronics… The post SON council approves
Bank reimagines digital banking, gives customers more control
United Bank for Africa Plc is changing the face of digital banking services with its new mobile banking app aimed at delivering first-rate services to customers. The post Bank reimagines
Transcorp launches app for accommodation booking
Transcorp Hotels Plc has announced the launch of Aura, a new digital platform through which people can book accommodation, restaurants and experiences. The post Transcorp launches app for accommodation booking
OAGF, JTB to reconcile PAYE tax remittances
Emma Ujah – Abuja The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) and the Joint Tax Board (JTB) are to establish a Joint Reconciliation Team to reconcile variations
