…create an integrated industrial environment where manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, financial services and commercial activities can operate within a coordinated location. The park’s location along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, particularly its proximity to the Sagamu Interchange, is expected to provide businesses…
…solely as competitors. He explained that businesses could focus on specific areas of the financial services industry, creating room for multiple players to grow. Oviosu also highlighted Paga’s role in supporting other businesses through its technology infrastructure, which helps companies develop and launch services wi…
…as young Nigerians have demonstrated their capacity to compete globally in technology, financial services and the creative industries. Consolidate, stabilise, Amina Mohammed urges govt On her part, the United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Dr. Amina Mohammed, assessed the reforms implemented under the Tinubu adminis…
…to PUNCH Online on Friday and signed by the Chairman of the commission’s Committee on Financial Services, Abdulwasiu K. Bawa-Allah. The commission said it was concerned about reports that hundreds of candidates who completed the required screening, documentation and medical processes were not invited for training, whil…
…mobile money operators, development partners and state governments to expand and extend financial services to underserved populations of Nigerians.” The CBN governor stressed that the bank’s Listens Programme was rooted in the recognition that stakeholders were partners in the development and implementation of effectiv…
…well-paying jobs, career development and opportunities to build experience in the financial services industry.However, salaries vary across institutions, job roles and employment grades. While some banks offer confirmed entry-level employees monthly pay above ₦500,000, others reportedly pay between ₦300,000 and ₦…
…investment. “Growth continues to be driven primarily by the service sector, particularly financial services, ICT, and real estate, which have benefited from ongoing digitalization and resilient domestic demand. Agricultural activity is expected to recover in 2026, while growth in the industrial sector is projected to m…
…capabilities of the Consolidated Hallmark Holdings Plc Group, whose companies also offer financial services and health insurance solutions. The forum underscored a shared conviction: stronger collaboration between brokers and underwriters improves customer experience and drives growth across Nigeria’s insurance industr…
…to affordable and sustainable financing, deepen financial inclusion, promote digital financial services and enhance the capacity of small businesses to access formal credit,” Obegolu said. He also called for increased financing for agriculture, manufacturing, trade, technology and export-oriented businesses, noting tha…
…familiar tools for traders and businesses, supporting everyday payments and access to financial services.The recognition places Eniolorunda alongside emerging global figures whose work is influencing their industries and communities.Elumelu celebrates founder’s journeyTony Elumelu, chairman of Heirs Holdings and founde…
…relationships with pan-African financial institutions such as UBA, Ecobank and other key financial services players mean we can co-create and scale solutions rapidly across markets, integrating switching, issuing, acquiring, and digital services into a coherent, continent-wide proposition. In essence, Interswitch gives…
…judgement highlights the requirement for businesses offering investment or specialised financial services in Nigeria to obtain the necessary regulatory licences before operating or advertising such services to the public.SEC releases new rules for forex tradingEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the Securities and Exchange…
…as 88 per cent among respondents. This reflects Nigeria’s rapid shift toward digital financial services as consumers increasingly rely on mobile applications for payments, transfers, and financial management.” The findings showed that banking and fintech applications were ahead of productivity tools, which recorded 85…
…Bank expands employee promotions as talent competition grows across Nigeria’s financial services sector. Photo: Fidelity BankImagesThe bank said the promotion round was designed to reward strong performance, recognise individual contributions and build a stronger internal leadership structure.PAY ATTENTION: From breaki…
…said. Soyombo said irregular migrants in Libya also face difficulties accessing normal financial services and may be vulnerable to robbery because they have to keep their money in cash. “But don’t forget, you’ve gone into Libya illegally because Libya already criminalised irregular migration. You can’t open a bank acco…
…technology had become central to communication, education, trade, access to public and financial services, and productivity, but noted that persons with disabilities continued to face barriers, including inaccessible digital products, the high cost of devices and connectivity, inadequate digital skills and limited part…
…to enabling Nigerians to securely access opportunities in education, employment and financial services. She said the DTA would contribute to creating the digital workforce needed to support Nigeria’s ambition of building a trillion-dollar economy. Also speaking, the Chairman, Senate Committee on Tertiary Education and…
…or acting on them.OPay added that it remains focused on delivering reliable digital financial services, supporting Nigerian businesses and consumers, investing in young people and contributing to the growth of the country’s digital economy.OPay to list on NGXMeanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that OPay is planning to…
…App was developed by the Force ICT Department in collaboration with stakeholders in the financial services sector. It supports coordination with relevant institutions in line with existing laws and procedures. According to the statement, the event was attended by “representatives of the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Pre…
…to digital savings and investment platforms, financial technology has made access to financial services easier for a growing number of Nigerians. But as the industry expands and more companies compete for customers, NorthQuest Finance believes the next phase of growth may be defined by something more difficult to build…
…financial institutions, with limited access to credit, insurance and other appropriate financial services. Smallholder farmers were considered too risky to finance, with most lacking collateral, reliable data or structured records. It is estimated that only around 6% of African smallholder farmers or rural households a…
…represented 1.47 per cent and 1.12 per cent, respectively.For invisible imports, financial services dominated, accounting for 91.51 per cent of utilisation. Business services followed with 4.37 per cent, transport services with 2.58 per cent and communication services with 0.84 per cent.Naira strengthens against dollar…
…providing an opportunity for Nigerians to raise concerns and make suggestions on how financial services could better support their livelihoods. Sidi Ali urged Nigerians to embrace alternative payment channels, stressing that efficient payment systems were essential to expanding financial inclusion and driving economic…
…primarily for calls has become a powerful tool for education, business, entertainment, financial services and global connection. In the same way, a young athlete who starts by running at a school competition can, with the right support, progress to national and international stages. That connection between technology a…
…would give the South African banking group exposure to one of Nigeria’s leading digital financial services platforms ahead of its expected entry into the public markets.Standard Bank eyes major stake in OPay as Nigeria's payment firm plans IPO. CROSET / ContributorImagesHowever, discussions between Standard Bank and OP…