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Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma and Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele called for stronger fiscal federalism and greater economic diversification. The discussion referenced increased federal allocations to Imo State and lower state debt, linking fiscal reforms and subnational finances to broader economic management.
BRB Securities, a member of BRB Capital Group, has obtained registration from the Securities and Exchange Commission as an issuing house. The approval allows the firm to originate and manage securities issuances in Nigeria, expanding the range of regulated intermediaries supporting capital-market transactions.
FTN Cocoa Processors Plc has appointed Otunba Wale Jubril as Interim Chairman of its Board of Directors following the death of the company’s chairman. The leadership change is a corporate governance development involving a Nigerian Exchange-listed agricultural company.
Mr Eazi says he is considering an eventual listing of his technology business on the Nigerian Exchange, with the aim of enabling Nigerians to own shares. The comments reflect interest in accessing Nigeria’s capital market but do not identify a listing timeline, company name, or confirmed transaction.
Mr Eazi discusses his growing interest in Nigeria’s capital market and indicates plans to pursue a major listing on the Nigerian Exchange. The interview references established Nigerian business leaders as inspiration, but provides no specific company name, listing timeline, sector, or transaction details.
Zenith Bank Plc will host its 10th International Trade Seminar on August 25, 2026, focusing on strategies to expand Nigeria’s non-oil export sector. Policymakers, regulators, exporters, manufacturers and investors are expected to discuss measures for strengthening export capacity and unlocking value across the economy.
BusinessDay reports that Geregu’s bond default has highlighted the distinction between corporate credit ratings and available cash for debt repayment. The development is relevant to investors monitoring GEREGU and Nigerian capital markets because it draws attention to issuer creditworthiness and repayment risk.
Credit extended by Nigerian deposit money banks to the finance, insurance and capital market sector rose to N9.80 trillion in March 2026. Bank lending to government also reached N3.38 trillion, providing sector-level information relevant to monitoring banking and financial-services activity.
Credit extended by Nigerian deposit money banks to the finance, insurance and capital market sector increased to N9.80 trillion in March 2026, while lending to government stood at N3.38 trillion, according to CBN data. The figures provide market context for banking and financial-services activities.
Nigeria’s July inflation pressures were concentrated in food, transport, housing and restaurant services, which collectively accounted for 72% of overall price pressure and contributed 11.11 percentage points, according to an analysis of National Bureau of Statistics Consumer Price Index data.
The FCCPC has summoned major Nigerian cement manufacturers over suspected price manipulation after reporting that domestic cement prices have risen to N15,000 and exceed prices in Kenya and Togo. The inquiry may affect listed cement producers and the broader industrial goods sector.
NISO and NBET plan to strengthen cooperation to address liquidity challenges in Nigeria’s electricity market. The agencies said closer coordination is intended to improve market stability and enhance the sector’s attractiveness to investors, with relevance to listed electricity companies and the broader utilities segment.
Nigeria’s palm oil import bill increased 194.4% year on year to N23.16 billion in Q1 2026, from N7.87 billion in Q1 2025, according to National Bureau of Statistics foreign trade data. Stakeholders attributed the increase to urbanisation, population growth and other demand-related factors.
May & Baker Nigeria Plc has warned investors and the public that an investment scheme branded M&B Equity Stake is fraudulent and unaffiliated with the pharmaceutical company. The notice follows circulation of promotional materials and highlights a potential investor-protection concern involving the company’s equity identity.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has completed a $1 billion underwriting programme ahead of its planned initial public offering. The arrangement, structured by Marob Strategies and Consulting DIFC Limited and Lilium Capital Group, is intended to support preparations for a potential listing in Nigeria.
RC Investment Management Limited is offering 10.434 billion shares in First HoldCo Plc in a transaction valued at N1.15 trillion. The block sale could affect the ownership structure of the financial group and provide a significant test of liquidity, investor demand and price discovery on the Nigerian Exchange.
The United States Coast Guard has lifted the Condition of Entry imposed on vessels arriving from Nigeria, ending 12 years of enhanced security requirements for ships calling at Nigerian ports. The development was announced by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola.
The Federal Government said World Bank-backed Transmission Company of Nigeria projects have added about 480 megawatts of bulk power capacity to Lagos. Upgrades at Ijora, Apapa, Alausa and Lekki are intended to reduce transmission bottlenecks and improve electricity supply across key commercial areas.
The Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency has commenced operations following presidential assent to its establishing legislation. NPERA is intended to improve transparency, competitiveness, predictability and efficiency in Nigeria’s ports, creating a regulatory development relevant to listed companies connected to transport, logistics and port-related services.
Shareholders of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated approved amendments to the group’s Articles of Association at an extraordinary general meeting held on August 13, 2026. The changes reduce the maximum number of directors and introduce stricter quorum and participation requirements for shareholder and board meetings.
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