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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a directive mandating all publicly-listed companies to publish their financial statements on their websites effective from January 2025.
4 days ago
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stated that a vibrant capital market is key to achieving the Federal Government’s $1 trillion economy target and all-inclusive prosperity.
17 Dec
Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria, has taken a significant step toward enhancing global partnerships within the Nigerian capital market. This was achieved through high-level engagements with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India and key players in India’s financial ecosystem. The two-day visit, held on…
16 Dec
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched an enlightenment initiative, tagged #investnigeria, to attract more Nigerians to the capital market. Speaking at the official rollout at the weekend, the Director General of the SEC, Dr Emomotimi Agama,
9 Dec
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged banks to strengthen their corporate governance principles and risk management frameworks to enhance investors' confidence in the ongoing recapitalisation exercise.
4 Dec
National Pension Commission (PenCom) has lifted the suspension placed on investment in commercial papers by Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) in the country.
3 Dec
NASD OTC Exchange has urged public limited companies (PLCs) to comply with the rule of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) specifying that securities of unlisted companies be mandatorily traded on a SEC registered Over-the-Counter Exchange.
22 Nov
The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr Emomotimi Agama, disclosed that about N1.682 trillion has been raised by banks through e-offering in the bank recapitalisation exercise.
15 Nov
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has advised the Senate not to create tension between itself and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), regarding the new Investment and Securities Bill 2024.
15 Nov
The Investments and Securities Bill (ISB) 2024 has proposed a penalty of not less than N20 million or imprisonment to a term of 10 years or both for promoters and operators of any entity engaged in a prohibited scheme.
5 Nov
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the postponement of the third quarter Capital Market Committee (CMC) meeting earlier scheduled to be held on November 14, 2024.
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The Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has expressed sadness over the tragic loss of lives at the St. Vincent de Paul Society's food-sharing event at Holy Trinity Parish, Maitama, Abuja. In a statement yesterday, the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, said that the tragedy, which claimed the lives of over ten people and…
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Nigerians in South Africa condemn killing of countryman, vow to pursue justice NAN The Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA) has condemned the alleged murder of 37-year-old Nigerian, Mr. Julius Chukwunta, by four South Africans. Chukwunta, a native of Aninri Local Government Area in Enugu State, was reportedly attacked on December…
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Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has sympathised with President Bola Tinubu, Gov Charles Soludo of Anambra and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Nyesom Wike, over the stampedes in their areas. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the stampedes claimed many lives and left many others injured at Abuja and…
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Incoming US president Donald Trump on Saturday slammed what he called unfair fees for US ships passing through the Panama Canal and threatened to demand control of the waterway be returned to Washington. He also hinted at China's growing influence around the canal, a worrying trend for American interests as US businesses depend on the…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have announced plans to call 290 witnesses at the Edo State governorship election petition tribunal. The PDP's candidate in the September 21 election, Asue Ighodalo, filed a petition challenging the declaration of APC's Monday Okpebholo as the winner. Tribunal…
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Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike has directed government hospitals to provide free treatment to the people that sustained injuries during a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja. Wike gave the directive in a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Mr Lere Olayinka,…
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The Anglican Bishop of Nike Diocese in Enugu, Rt. Rev. Christian Onyia, has charged Christians to exhibit generosity and faithfulness while celebrating Christmas. Onyia gave the charge in a Christmas message he signed and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Enugu. The bishop noted it was easy for one to get carried away by…
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The Chief Imam of Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos, Ridwanullah Jamiu, has said the "Jesus Christ is Not God" banner placed on the fence of the mosque was not intended to provoke anybody. The banner became a source of controversy after a picture of it was shared on social media, with many calling it an…
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The biggest sporting event of 2024 was without doubt the Parisian high-wire double-act of the Olympic Games followed by the Paralympics. From a colourful, sometimes controversial and sodden opening ceremony to boxers caught up in a gender row to refugees on the podium, they served up many memorable moments. As part of our sports year…
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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has pledged to work toward reducing the dollar components in the overall Hajj fare to mitigate the increasing cost of performing the pilgrimage. Additionally, the commission stated that necessary measures would be explored to eliminate the hardships Nigerian pilgrims often face during airlifts and their stay in Saudi…