Here are some midcap stocks bought by FIIs in Q2. Should investors follow?

Midcap stocks typically deliver higher earnings growth than large caps, especially during expansionary cycles in the economy. According to reports, in recent quarters, this segment recorded earnings growth significantly higher than large caps,...

Mali annuls 90-plus mining exploration permits amid legal changes 

Mali has cancelled more than 90 mining exploration permits, including those belonging to subsidiaries of international mining companies, due to alleged non-compliance with new legal requirements. The companies impacted include local subsidiaries...

Awolaja: Lagos Should Have Office of Valuer-General

The Director, Lagos State Valuation Office (LASVO), Esv. Adekunle Awolaja tells Bennett Oghifo he believes the government should establish an office of the Valuer-General as it did for Accountants and Lawyers, among others. He also speaks about...

Safe To Speak Up: Philippa Lewis on leadership, investment, and the discipline of listening

Philippa Lewis joins Safe To Speak Up to share the insights she’s picked up from decades spent chairing global enterprises, raising capital, and guiding start-ups. For leadership coach and keynote speaker Anton Guinea, creating spaces where people...

Will building nuclear power plants empower Africa or entrench foreign reliance?

- Supporters argue nuclear power could provide stable, low-carbon electricity - Critics warn of use of old technology, safety concerns, growing dependence on foreign partners ANKARA Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed last month announced plans...

Nation 'much more than a market' for Rio Tinto

Visitors gather at Rio Tinto's booth during an expo in Beijing on July 19. JU HUANZONG/XINHUA Global mining giant Rio Tinto views China as far more than just its largest market, CEO Simon Trott said, describing the nation as a "very significant...

Ghosts of imperialism’s past, present and future

On August 13, 2020, the United Arab Emirates became the first country in the Arabic-speaking world to normalize ties with Israel in over 20 years. Bahrain, Morocco and Sudan soon followed and signed their own Emirati-brokered normalization...

Establishment of Ghana’s first marine protected area: Implications for fisheries governance, maritime administration and blue economy agenda

On 7 October 2025, Cabinet approved the establishment of Ghana’s first Marine Protected Area (MPA) — the Greater Cape Three Points MPA — covering approximately 700 square kilometres of coastal and marine waters between Ampatano and Domunli in the...

New service chiefs and the task ahead

In his message to the newly appointed Service Chiefs, President Bola Tinubu emphasised professionalism, discipline, and the need for results-driven operations. By Sumaila Ogbaje In his message to the newly appointed Service Chiefs, President Bola...

Govt accelerates $20bn energy transformation plan

47 A major surge in renewable energy investment is set to launch within weeks as the government fast-tracks its Energy Transition Investment Plan, a multibillion-dollar initiative projected to save the island $16 billion over the next decade and...

Threads of identity: ASU students use style to showcase culture

According to Miuccia Prada, fashion is an instant language. It can serve as a form of silent expression for many, incorporating their personalities, lifestyles and even their cultures. Djenab Kante, a junior majoring in biomedical sciences, said...

Find out more as Access Holdings confirms amount paid to buy another bank

Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Access Bank, has completed the acquisition of the National Bank of Kenya A major deal that will strengthen Access Bank’s footprint in East Africa and position the group for expansion in East Africa Access...

Lindian rare earths green-lit for export by Malawian government

Lindian Resources has received a green light from Malawi’s government, confirming its Kangankunde rare earths are exempt from an executive order banning raw mineral exports as it will process the ore locally to produce monazite concentrate. The...

Rio Tinto Considering Asset Swap to Restructure Chinalco Stake

Mining giant Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO,NYSE:RIO,LSE:RIO) is considering an asset-for-equity swap to cut Chinalco’s stake in the company, according to local media reports. The companies penned a deal in 2008, under which state-owned Chinalco would hold 15...

Saving Mothers, Saving Nations: The Fight For Maternal Health In West Africa -By Khadijah Munkaila

In the heart of West Africa, childbirth remains one of the most dangerous experiences a woman can face. Every day, hundreds of women risk their lives to bring new life into the world, often without access to proper medical care. Across countries...

Africa’s Food Markets Expand Despite Heavy Import Dependence

Africa’s rice and sugar markets are expanding rapidly, but the continent’s persistent reliance on imports raises urgent questions about food security and economic vulnerability, according to the latest Afreximbank Commodity Bulletin. The report...

FROM CONFLICT TO COOPERATION: AFRICA’S WATER CAN BE A BRIDGE TO PEACE, SAYS AKUFO-ADDO

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo delivered a powerful and urgent message to global leaders on Monday, October 27, 2025, declaring that water insecurity is no longer a silent challenge but a “clear and present danger” threatening the...

The Turkish glees, language barrier

ISTANBUL: Istanbul, the enchanting city that straddles Europe and Asia, is a treasure trove of exquisiteness, history and culture. Its stunning architectural splendour, vibrant markets and breath-taking natural scenery make it a destination like...

FirstBank Redeems $350m Eurobond, Demonstrates Strong Liability Management

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) has successfully redeemed its $350 million Eurobond upon maturity, demonstrating effective assets and liability management. The Eurobond was issued as Senior Notes in October 2020 at 8.625 per cent with...

FirstBank’s 9th Annual CR&S Week: Empowering Communities, Promoting Sustainability and Kindness

FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced the commencement of its 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Week, holding from October 27- November 1, 2025. Now in...