Stockbrokers, under the banner of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), have called on the Federal Government to initiate urgent economic reforms aimed at repositioning the Nigerian capital market as a key driver in achieving the country’s $1 trillion economy target.

•Remains top contributor in 4yrs By Yinka Kolawole  The contribution of Nigeria’s manufacturing sector to Value-added Tax (VAT) increased by 38.93 percent to N803.5 3 billion in 2024 compared compared to the N578.39 billion recorded in 2023. Data obtained from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) also shows that despite its declining output, the nation’s manufacturing sector […]

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has cautioned Nigerians against doing business with GVEST Global, saying the company is an unregistered investment adviser and fund manager promoting illegal schemes. In a statement yesterday, the regulator said GVEST Global also operates under different names, including GVEST (Alausa) Cooperative Multipurpose Limited, GVEST Investment Limited, and GTEXT Holdings. “The […]

…As services sector takes driving seat ··Manufacturing loses N1.2trn in 5 years —Report •FDI plummets amid waning investors’ confidence  •Rebasing exposes sector’s structural weakness —MAN  •Nigeria struggling with de-industrialisation, says NESG  •Manufacturing should contribute 40% to GDP —Ekpo  By Yinka Kolawole THERE is a growing concern among industry stakeholders as the gap between real and services […]

By Peter Egwuatu  THE Nigerian stock market deepened its bearish run last week, driven by sell pressures  among the blue chip companies in almost all the sectors of the market. As a result, the major performance indicator of the market,  Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX, All Share Index (ASI) fell by 2.51% to close at 141,004.14 points. […]

Chams Holding Company Plc, has hosted a highly engaging investor roadshow in connection with its ongoing Rights Issue, drawing key stakeholders and investors to discuss the company’s strategic direction and growth outlook.

WealthBridge Asset Management Limited, a subsidiary of WealthBridge Financial Services (Holdings) Limited, has received an upgraded investment ratings from Nigeria’s leading credit agencies, Agusto & Co., and DataProLimited affirming its growing market leadership, operational strength, and investor confidence.

Keystone Bank Limited, on Tuesday, officially handed over a fully renovated and equipped block of classrooms to Community Comprehensive Secondary School, Four Towns, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

In a sector defined by complexity and high operating costs, Dr. Hope Okwa is charting a new course for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry—driven by innovation, efficiency, and a clear vision for sustainable growth.

Insurance sector closed the week on a high note, with investors trading 2.1 billion shares valued at N6.2 billion on the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX).This positive performance was driven by 17 insurance companies.