Signature Bank Names Alex Alozie Deputy Managing Director

Signature Bank has appointed Alex Alozie as its new Deputy Managing Director, bringing over 20 years of banking leadership experience from institutions like UBA, Access Bank, and Diamond Bank to drive growth and transformation.

VNL Capital Warns of Severe Oil Supply Shock in Fragile Market

VNL Capital reports Middle East conflict has disrupted Strait of Hormuz oil flows, causing major global supply shortfall. Higher transport costs and limited alternatives are pushing oil prices upward as market enters geopolitically sensitive phase.

Nigeria Launches National Single Window to Boost Trade

The Federal Government has initiated the phased rollout of the National Single Window, aiming to streamline trade processes, reduce delays, and enhance economic growth by integrating multiple agencies into a unified digital platform.

Water Insecurity Tops African Policy Priorities

Afrobarometer surveys across 38 African countries reveal water access as a top concern, with rural and poor populations facing severe inequalities in safe drinking water and sanitation services.

Rockefeller Surpasses $100M for Africa Energy Access

The Rockefeller Foundation and Global Energy Alliance have doubled funding to over $100 million for Mission 300, aiming to connect 300 million Africans to electricity by 2030, targeting poverty reduction and clean energy.

NECA Praises FG Over PenCom Board Inauguration

The Nigeria Employers' Consultative Association (NECA) has lauded the Federal Government for inaugurating the National Pension Commission (PenCom) Governing Board, calling it a vital move to enhance governance and transparency in Nigeria's pension sector.

Nigeria's Oil Boom: Opportunity or Illusion?

As global oil prices surge to $114 per barrel due to Middle East conflicts, Nigeria faces a paradox: high prices offer fiscal windfalls but expose deep structural weaknesses. With production below OPEC+ quotas and rising domestic fuel costs, the country m

SEREC Warns of FX Risks in £746M UK Port Deal

The Sea Empowerment and Research Center urges Nigeria to implement FX risk mitigation strategies for the £746 million port financing agreement with the UK, highlighting concerns over capital outflows and currency mismatch.

Third Saskatoon Black Business Expo Highlights Growth

The third Saskatoon Black Business Expo, themed 'Bigger, Bolder, and Impactful,' brings together over 100 Black-owned businesses at Prairieland Park on March 28, 2026, featuring masterclasses and networking opportunities to boost economic connections.

Nigeria's Fibre Project Consultants Get $6.1 Million

Seven consulting firms and five individual consultants for Nigeria's national fibre project will receive $6.1 million in fees under the BRIDGE programme, a $2 billion initiative to expand broadband infrastructure nationwide.

Instant Payment Growth in Africa Leaves 400M Unbanked

AfricaNenda Foundation reports a breakthrough in inclusive instant payments across Africa, with rapid national launches and increased transactions. However, 400 million Africans are still unbanked, highlighting the need for continued digital infrastructur

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