Digital Finance growth outpaces confidence — Bridgforte
The rapid growth in digital finance is outpacing public confidence in the financial ecosystem, prompting the Bridgforte Centre for Global Impact to launch a new governance framework and the Trust Lab to strengthen trust in platform-led finance.
Incoming NIA Chairman outlines three-pronged agenda to deepen market
By Rosemary Iwunze The incoming Chairman of the Nigerian Insurers Association, NIA, Mrs. Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu, has unveiled a strategic blueprint anchored on collaboration, public trust, and regulatory compliance. Speaking at a pre-investiture press conference in Lagos, Nwachukwu who is the Managing Director of REX Insurance Company Limited said that she also targets transitioning insurance from a […]
No considerations for fuel, telecoms taxes, FG reply IMF
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Federal Government has said it is not considering the imposition of fuel and telecommunications taxes. It was reacting to reports suggesting that it has adopted or is considering new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products following the recommendation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV Consultation Report […]
TCN expresses concern over rising cases of vandalism in Niger State
By Obas Esiedesa The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has raised concerns over increasing vandalism of power transmission infrastructure in parts of Niger State, warning that the trend poses serious economic, safety and electricity supply challenges. Speaking during a community engagement visit to Lambata in Gurara Local Government Area yesterday, the General Manager, Transmission, Abuja Region, […]
IMF Prescriptions: Experts warn FG against costly foreign loans, VAT hike
By Peter Egwuatu Capital market operators and economic experts have urged the Federal Government to be cautious in implementing the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) policy recommendations, warning against expensive foreign loans and a Value Added Tax (VAT) increase. Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Arthur Stevens Asset Management and former President of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers […]
Proposed plastic ban could trigger deindustrialisation, job losses— MAN
By Yinka Kolawole The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has faulted the proposed implementation of the National Environmental (Plastic Waste Control) Regulations 2026 by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), warning that the measures could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s manufacturing sector and economy. Under the proposed regulations, NESREA plans to […]
