Dangote
8 Apr
After four hours of intense gun battles, troops of the 145 Battalion in Damasak, supported by the Nigerian and Niger Air components, have successfully dislodged ISWAP enclaves around Bulaburin in Yobe State. During the operation, one terrorist was neutralized, a gun truck was destroyed, and several arms were recovered. The gallant troops demonstrated exceptional bravery,…
3 Apr
Forbes’ list of the world’s billionaires in 2024 showcases an array of individuals who have reached the pinnacle of financial success. Here’s a look at the top 10 billionaires and the notable Nigerians who made the list, along with the industries that have produced the most billionaires. Top 10 Billionaires: Bernard Arnault & family -…
3 Apr
Notwithstanding the devaluation of the naira, four Nigerian businessmen made the Forbes' list of the world's billionaires with Femi Otedola, who last appeared on the Forbes Africa list in 2017, making a return to the list.
14 Mar
A limestone-rich community in Edo State, Okpella, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to order cement giants operating in the state to commence the construction and expansion of the Okpella-Benin Expressway under the federal government tax credit scheme.
11 Mar
These days, it seems he is determined to give away money with the same intentionality and assiduousness with which he made it in the first place. And with each giving over the years – whether singlehanded or in concert with others – he has set a benchmark for others of his status, as well as…
20 Feb
The Federal Government’s efforts to bridge the infrastructure gaps through the private sector under the tax credit scheme have gulped over N3.96 trillion in five years.
4 Jan
While Nigerians dominate the richest people in Africa, long serving leader Dangote has been dethroned by south African business mogul. Revealing the top 10 richest individuals on the continent at the start of 2024. With aspirations to surpass past accomplishments, these billionaires play a pivotal role in steering economic growth, fostering social welfare, and shaping…
2 Jan
Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) said a total of N303.58 billion has been invested in MTN Nigeria Series I and Dangote Industries Series I as of the second quarter of 2023.
29 Sep 2023
Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has emphasised that food fortification and workforce nutrition are among the most cost-effective investments in national economic development. The group said due to the high economic burden of vitamins and mineral deficiencies, it was important to visit companies to ensure food fortification compliance and workforce nutrition are adhered to strictly…
11 May 2023
Billionaire businessmen, Aliko Dangote and Femi Otedola, are among private sector leaders expected to join eminent personalities at the public presentation of 101 Nigerian Women of Impact, a book authored by a member of the Presidential Transition Committee, Zainab Marwa.
25 Apr 2023
The richest man in Africa, Aliko Dangote, is reportedly close to sealing a deal to purchase a French team, Valenciennes FC. The French media outlet, Entreprendre, claimed that the Nigerian, the 86th richest man in the world, would initially take over the 60 per cent stake of the Eddy Zdziech family and would thereafter look…