04/15/2019

In Nigeria, FinTechs show the way to alternative investments

That is the question that has been posed—and answered—by Nigeria’s Financial Technology (Fintech) companies which have applied the logic of crowdfunding to industries like agriculture and real estate, creating a range of new investment o

04/12/2019

Africa’s poverty crisis may worsen in 2030, World Bank, IMF warn

Malpass and IMF’s Christine Lagarde both said curbing corruption through public expenditure and transparency and accountability in local resource mobilisation rather than attraction of more debts, which they both believe constitute the greatest head

04/08/2019

Efforts to Boost Financial Inclusion in Nigeria

In the absence of formal financial products, many Nigerians must rely solely on cash for savings and transactions, which has an overall negative impact on Nigeria’s economy.

04/04/2019

Nigeria appoints local banks for 3.4 trln naira note issue

“Council today approved our memo seeking the approval for the appointment of seven transaction parties for the payment of 3.4 trillion naira local debt,” Ahmed told reporters in the capital, Abuja, after a cabinet meeting.

04/03/2019

Breaking Glass Ceiling in Banking

The findings of the report was an alarm bell during the recent International Women’s Day, as it showed that the corporate world was not doing enough to achieve gender equality.

04/03/2019

Moody's keeps SA at investment grade

"While economic growth will remain slow and fiscal strength will continue eroding, we expect South Africa's credit profile to remain in line with those of Baa3-rated sovereigns," Moody's said.