JPMorgan secures CBN approval to establish merchant bank in Nigeria
The Central Bank of Nigeria has granted Approval-in-Principle to JPMorgan to establish a new merchant bank, to be named JPMorgan Merchant Bank Nigeria Limited.
Day: October 23, 2026
Kenyan Marathon Champion Peres Jepchirchir Provisionally Suspended
Kenyan marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir has been provisionally suspended following doping allegations, a major setback for Kenyan athletics shortly after securing the 2029 World Athletics Championships.
Multiple casualties feared as 18-storey building collapses in Nairobi
An 18-storey building has collapsed in the Eastleigh area of Nairobi, raising urgent fears of casualties in the densely populated commercial hub.
Benue State Rejects JED Claims of Staff Attack and Office Invasion
The Benue State Government has dismissed claims by Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (JED) that state-directed individuals attacked its staff and invaded its Makurdi office.
Twelve Emergency Nurseries Established for Ebola Orphans in DR Congo
As the Ebola epidemic in eastern DR Congo enters its fifth month, twelve emergency nurseries have been established to care for children whose parents have succumbed to the virus.