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History Made as NNPC Transitions into a Limited Liability Company, Ensuring Corporate Governance and Long-Term Sustainable Value

The inauguration of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is poised to reshape the oil and gas industry in Nigeria and serve as a model for other National Oil Companies all over the world. Image Credit: AEC July 20, 2022/AEC The African Energy Chamber (AEC) wholeheartedly supports and congratulates the […]

Michael S. Barr sworn in as Vice Chair for Supervision of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

July 19, 2022/US Federal Reserve Michael S. Barr took the oath of office as Vice Chair for Supervision and a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System on Tuesday. The oath was administered by Chair Jerome H. Powell in the press briefing room of the Board’s […]

Benin Taps Two IMF Facilities to Counter Headwinds and Support SDGs

Image Credit: IMF July 15, 2022/IMF IMF COUNTRY FOCUS Benin made significant strides in managing its economy over the past five years, but hard-won economic gains are at risk from a deteriorating regional security situation at its northern borders, COVID-19-induced scars, and higher living costs amid the war in Ukraine. […]