Bank Of England Set To Hold Rate As Unemployment Steadies
The Bank of England is anticipated to maintain its main interest rate at 4.5% as the country’s unemployment rate remains steady. Recent data from the Office for National Statistics indicates…
SA energy startup Plentify’s Project Smart Geyser wins EEP Africa’s 2024 Project of the Year
South African energy startup Plentify has been honored with the EEP Africa Project of the Year 2024 award for its Project Smart Geyser. The company, which focuses on home energy…
NCDMB to foster indigenous capacity in petroleum industry with 2025 NOGOF fair
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has announced plans to enhance indigenous capacity in Nigeria’s petroleum industry through the 2025 Nigerian Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF). This…
Nigeria’s first gas-to-power project unveiled at Andoni, Rivers State
Nigeria has unveiled its first gas-to-power project in Andoni, Rivers State, marking a significant development in the country’s energy sector. The project aims to enhance the midstream gas value chain…
We’re taking steps to empower women within aviation industry – BASL
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), the operator of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2) in Lagos, is implementing measures to enhance the role of women within the aviation sector. The…
Safaricom’s M-PESA decline continues as Airtel Money gains
The competitive dynamics in Kenya’s mobile money market are shifting as M-PESA, Safaricom’s flagship mobile payment platform, sees its market share decline for the fifth consecutive quarter. Data from the…
FRSC arrests 7,798 for fake number plates in Nigeria within two months
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has apprehended 7,798 individuals across Nigeria over a two-month period for using fake vehicle number plates. This crackdown is part of an ongoing effort…
Lagos Govt to close PWD rail crossing from May 1, advises motorists on alternatives
The Lagos State Government has confirmed the impending closure of the PWD rail crossing to vehicular traffic, scheduled to commence on May 1, 2025. The closure aims to enhance safety…
All-Share slips below 105,000-threshold, declines by 0.44%; TRANSPOWER and ZENITHBANK lead in trading value
The All-Share Index experienced a decline on March 19, 2025, closing at 104,915.13 after falling by 460.56 points. This marks a 0.44% decrease from the previous closing figure of 105,375.69,…
Dangote Cement appoints Dr. Gbenga Fapohunda as Group Financial Officer
Dangote Cement Plc, a leading player in the cement industry in Africa, has named Dr. Gbenga Fapohunda as its Group Financial Officer. This appointment, effective from January 1, 2025, marks…