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Ecobank, Soto Gallery empower Nigerian artists

Ecobank Nigeria has partnered with Soto Gallery to present the second edition of the +234 Art Fair, which will empower local artists to tap into the lucrative $62bn global art sector. Speaking to journalists about the commencement of the fair on Wednesday, the Head of SME, Partnerships and Collaboration at Ecobank Nigeria, Omoboye Odu, emphasised...
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Sage Grey pledges to expand financial access for SMEs

Financial institution Sage Grey Finance Limited and its sister company, Sage Grey Technologies, have recommitted to the provision of impact-driven solutions for businesses. This commitment was made at a press briefing held in Lagos on Tuesday, where executives from the companies detailed their ongoing efforts to expand financial access for small and medium-scale enterprises, drive...
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Citizens Pensions supports financial inclusion through innovation

The management of Citizens Pensions Limited has promised Nigerians financial inclusion in its operations, stressing that the company would curb vulnerability associated with retirement. The new pension administrator explained that it is ready to redefine what it means to plan for retirement by leveraging technological innovation and commitment to world-class service. Speaking at the brand...
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Nigerians now man NMSL vessels, says firm

The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Shipping and Marine Services Limited says its vessels are manned 85 per cent by Nigerians. The managing director of NMSL, Mr Abdulkareem Ahmed, stated this while addressing journalists on Monday during the unveiling of the company’s new logo. He said that the company targets to ensure that at every time,...
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‘MWUN pushed for minimum wage in maritime sector’

Outgoing President-General of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, Adewale Adeyanju, has said that his administration introduced the minimum wage standard in shipping for maritime workers in the last eight years. Adeyanju stated this recently in Lagos while addressing journalists on his achievements in the last eight years. He said that the introduction of the...
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LASWA maps Lagos waterways to boost safety

The Lagos State Waterways Authority has announced mapping the entire Lagos waterways to boost safety. The General Manager of LASWA, Mr Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, disclosed this in an interview with The PUNCH recently. He explained that the move would also help to locate abandoned dredging pipes and remove them to avoid accidents. “We have been able...
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15 companies’ loans soar to N4tn

Fifteen companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited saw their total borrowings surge to N4.09tn in 2024, marking a 110.3 per cent increase from N1.94tn in 2023, The PUNCH reports. According to the figures obtained from the audited and unaudited financial statements of these companies for the year ended December 31, 2024. The borrowings were...
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Nigerian Breweries gets new non-executive director

The Board of Directors of Nigerian Breweries Plc has announced the appointment of Olufunmilayo Akande as its Independent Non-Executive Director. According to a statement, Akande replaces Ifueko Omoigui on the board following the completion of her tenure as a non-executive director on February 19, 2025, and her appointment became effective February 20, 2025. Akande is...
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Alake resolves Osun govt, mining firm rift

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has successfully mediated the long-standing dispute between the Osun State Government and Segilola Resources Limited, bringing an end to a six-month impasse. He also stressed that a harmonious relationship between state governments and mining operators is crucial not only for attracting investment but also for advancing...
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