Dangote acquires majority stake in Savanna Sugar
Dangote Sugar Refinery, DSR, has announced the acquisition of 95 percent equity stake in Savanna Sugar Company limited, SSC, in a bid to maintain its dominant position in the Nigerian sugar industry.
Keshi: We will battle to the final
Moment after seeing Nigeria secure a Nations Cup semifinal ticket at the expense of Cote D’Ivoire, Coach Stephen Keshi has hailed his dogged Eagles for their fighting spirit and strong character, in the 2-1 win at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium.
FG, World Bank, IFC move to boost mortgage in Nigeria
The Federal Government has commenced a working relationship with the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation, IFC, to boost mortgage financing in Nigeria.
Microinsurance to hit one billion mark by 2020
Microinsurance,which currently provides coverage to 500 million people, could pass the one billion mark by the end of the decade, Chairman of the Microinsurance Network and Head of the ILO’s Microinsurance Innovation Facility, Craig Churchill, has said.
IMF forecasts growth for Nigeria, other emerging markets
Growth in emerging markets and developing economies is on track to build to 5.5 per cent in 2013, International Monetary Fund, (IMF) has said.
Spain, Uruguay take battle to Doha
The Qatar Football Association is excited to officially announce that Doha will play host to the reigning European and world football champions, Spain, and the current South American champions, Uruguay, in an international friendly match at Khalifa International Stadium on 6 February 2013.
