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Again, UBA Delights Staff Morale, Productivity With Fresh Pay Rise

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The Board of Directors of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has again, implemented a cost of living adjustment for its staff effective, immediately.

UBA’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, who made the announcement, said that even when the bank had previously implemented a cost of living adjustment for staff on October 1, 2021 and more recently on April 1, 2023, the persistent economic challenges faced by employees and the broader society as a whole, informed the unanimous decision to again implement another adjustment.

“We are aware of the impact of recent economic policy pronouncements on prices and your capacity to meet your financial commitments to family and personal needs.

” As an organisation focused on the well-being of our people, I am pleased to inform you that the Board of UBA Plc has approved a Welfare Allowance for all employees,” he said.

He stated that over the past few months, the management has been closely monitoring the effect of the rising cost of living on its employees and recognises the importance of addressing these challenges proactively.

Alawuba lauded the staff for their effort and dedication and hard works : “My profound appreciation to you for your commitment to our corporate goals and adherence to our core values, as demonstrated in our remarkable half-year 2023 results.

“By enhancing staff welfare, we aim to boost employee morale and foster a conducive and rewarding work environment that empowers employees to thrive both personally and professionally,” he said.

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NPA initiate trucks movement code to ease traffic at Lagos ports

The initiative is designed to ensure that each truck is matched exclusively to its designated empty container, eliminate multiple allocations, improve traffic management and enhance operational efficiency within the port corridor.

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The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has introduced a movement code to streamline the movement of empty containers into seaport terminals and reduce traffic congestion caused by container trucks along the Apapa and Tin Can Island port corridors.

The Guardian reported that under the new policy, the movement code will serve as a unique identifier generated by a holding bay for every empty container uploaded to the Electronic Call-Up (ETO) platform.

The code must correspond with the details captured on the ETO system before trucks are granted access to port terminals.

In a notice issued to stakeholders, the NPA said the movement code has become a mandatory requirement for completing the truck-container matching process.

Truck drivers are required to obtain the code from designated holding bays before proceeding to the ports.

According to the authority, the initiative is designed to ensure that each truck is matched exclusively to its designated empty container, eliminate multiple allocations, improve traffic management and enhance operational efficiency within the port corridor.

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Okonjo-Iweala lauds Cardoso for stabilising Nigeria’s monetary environment

Okonjo-Iweala, gave the commendation on Thursday at the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum held in Abuja, with the theme: “Building Resilience Amidst Geo-economic Uncertainties.”

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The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has commended the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, for stabilising Nigeria’s monetary environment.

Okonjo-Iweala, gave the commendation on Thursday at the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum held in Abuja, with the theme: “Building Resilience Amidst Geo-economic Uncertainties.”

Speaking at the forum, Okonjo-Iweala commended Cardoso on the work that he and his team have done on currency and monetary policy stabilisation.

However, she emphasised that Nigeria must sustain broader macroeconomic reforms.

“Nigerians have to feel the dividends of reform in the real economy,” she added.

The forum brought together policymakers, business leaders and development partners to discuss strategies for strengthening Africa’s resilience amid growing global economic uncertainty.

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Naira Exchange Rates Thursday, July 30 : Black Market, CBN, Commercial Bank

Sterling Bank publishes both a buy rate and a sell rate for USD, GBP, EUR, and ZAR. The buy rate is what Sterling Bank will pay you when you exchange foreign currency for Naira. The sell rate is what you will pay when buying foreign currency from Sterling Bank at its branches.

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BLACK MARKET RATES

US DOLLAR (USD) Buy ₦1,407 Sell ₦1,415

GREAT BRITISH POUND (GBP) Buy ₦1,900 Sell: ₦1,925

EURO (EUR) Buy ₦1,590 Sell ₦1,610

CANADIAN DOLLAR (CAD) Buy ₦1,020 Sell ₦1,080

SOUTH AFRICAN RAND (ZAR) Buy ₦75 Sell ₦90

UAE DIRHAM Buy ₦350 Sell ₦370 CHINESE YUAN Buy ₦190 Sell ₦205

GHANA CEDI (GHS) Buy ₦95 Sell ₦110

WEST AFRICAN CFA Buy ₦2, 300 Sell ₦2, 400

CENTRAL AFRICAN CFA Buy ₦2,150 Sell 2,250

AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR Buy ₦800 Sell ₦900

Commercial Bank Exchange Rates

Sterling Bank

Currency Buy Sell

USD / NGN ₦1350.00 ₦1385.00

GBP / NGN ₦1775.23 ₦1862.81

EUR / NGN ₦1518.76 ₦1599.69

ZAR / NGN ₦80.66 ₦85.12

CBN Exchange Rates

US DOLLAR (USD) ₦1,366.71

GREAT BRITISH POUND (GBP) ₦1,815.82

EURO (EUR) ₦1,555.32

SWISS FRANC (CHF) ₦1,666.72

JAPANESE YEN (JPN) ₦8.34

CHINESE YUAN (CNY) ₦201. 99

WEST AFRICAN CFA (XOF) ₦2. 37

WEST AFRICAN UNIT ACCOUNT (WAUA) ₦1,849.04

SAUDI RIYAL (SAR) ₦364.02

SOUTH AFRICAN RAND (ZAR) ₦81.46

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