Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has said it is time some government institutions at all levels operate as businesses, to reduce over-dependence on government funding.

Fresh off his return to the Forbes Africa Billionaires list after a seven-year hiatus, Otedola, with a net worth estimated at $1.1 billion, takes the reins from Ahmad Abdullahi. His appointment, effective immediately, follows a board meeting held earlier today. This news adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing saga surrounding FBN Holdings. In mid-2023,…

Femi Otedola, the ever-dynamic Nigerian investor, has electrified the Forbes Nigeria ranks, powering up to the coveted fourth position with a $1.2 billion valuation. This meteoric rise owes much to his strategic play in the energy sector, specifically his controlling stake in Geregu Power Plc. Otedola's Geregu gambit proved masterful. Holding over 70% of the…

The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) has unveiled its inaugural "Trade Champions of African Descent Worldwide" list, recognising 100 exceptional individuals driving economic progress across continents. This groundbreaking list celebrates the achievements of Africans and their descendants who are making waves in diverse sectors like finance, technology, energy, and agriculture. From CEOs forging…

The Federal Government has assured that it would continue to create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.

Running a business successfully in Nigeria, while juggling other responsibilities, is no small feat. If you think it is, just ask any business owner around you. They will tell you stories about sleepless nights, worrying about money, their products arriving safely, the government policies that seem to spring out from nowhere, and so on. Many…