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Heineken Launches Bar De Change – Nigeria’s First Social Exchange

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July 11, 2026

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Heineken has unveiled Bar De Change, Nigeria’s first social currency exchange, introducing a new way for travelers to enjoy familiar social experiences beyond the country’s borders. Available to Nigerians travelling to the United States and Mexico, the platform allows consumers who purchase a Heineken in Nigeria to receive a gift card redeemable for a Heineken [] The post Heineken Launches Bar De Change – Nigeria’s First Social Exchange appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

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Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 3, 2026

PEBEC Intensifies Reforms to Enhance Business Environment

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has said it is intensifying reforms across federal and state institutions to make Nigeria more competitive for business, attract investment and improve public service delivery. The Director-General of PEBEC, Mrs Zahrah Mustapha-Audu, disclosed this during a media briefing on the Council’s 2026 Mid-Term Assessment. She said PEBEC’s focus [] The post PEBEC Intensifies Reforms to Enhance Business Environment appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

YNaija

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· Jul 4, 2026

How Conferences Became Nigeria’s New Social Scene

The weekend itinerary for young Nigerians has changed. Music venues and late-night clubs no longer completely dominate the calendar. Professional gatherings are taking over as the premier social scene. Across major urban centres, creator summits and tech meetups are the new spaces to see and be seen. This change goes far beyond career development. Young... Read More Read » How Conferences Became Nigeria’s New Social Scene on YNaija

Vanguard News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Crushing Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade before it costs more lives

By Peter Egwuatu Nigeria’s campaign against illicit alcohol deserves to be seen for what it truly is, not simply a fight against counterfeit drinks, but a battle to protect consumers, safeguard legitimate businesses and defend the country’s economic future. The recent efforts by the Spirits and Wines Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to rally regulators, policymakers [] The post Crushing Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade before it costs more lives appeared first on Vanguard News.

Legit.ng

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· Jul 2, 2026

Man dishes advice as he shares full list of microfinance banks whose licenses were revoked by CBN

A Nigerian man has gone viral on social media after sharing a list of the microfinance banks whose licenses were reportedly revoked by the CBN. Netizens reacted.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jun 29, 2026

Bank customers detail implications of two Nigerian banks merger

President of the Bank Customers’ Association of Nigeria, Uju Ogunbunka, has detailed the implications of the merger of two Nigerian financial institutions, Providus and Unity Banks. This comes as the two banks, on Sunday in a statement, announced a new name, ProvidusUnity Bank. Reacting, the president of the Bank Customers’ Association of Nigeria, Dr. Uju Ogunbunka, in [] Bank customers detail implications of two Nigerian banks merger

Arise News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Gautier Mignot: Nigeria Has Huge Untapped Investment Potential

EU ambassador Gautier Mignot says Nigeria's economic reforms are creating opportunities for greater investment and business partnerships.

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Related coverage for "Heineken Launches Bar De Change – Nigeria’s First Social Exchange": Voice of Nigeria — PEBEC Intensifies Reforms to Enhance Business Environment. YNaija — How Conferences Became Nigeria’s New Social Scene. Vanguard News — Crushing Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade before it costs more lives. Legit.ng — Man dishes advice as he shares full list of microfinance banks whose licenses were revoked by CBN. Daily Post Nigeria — Bank customers detail implications of two Nigerian banks merger. Arise News — Gautier Mignot: Nigeria Has Huge Untapped Investment Potential