# PaprSwing ## Posts - [First HoldCo Q3: Profit Up 65%, But Is ₦124 Too High?](https://paprswing.com/first-holdco-q3-profit-up-65-but-is-%e2%82%a6124-too-high/): The one-liner: Profit is booming, but recoveries and trading gains are doing the lifting while the lending engine shrinks. Not financial advice. - [Hitting Milestones](https://paprswing.com/hitting-milestones/): There is a proverb that says 千里之行，始于足下 (qiān lǐ zhī xíng, shǐ yú zú xià), which translates to “A journey of a thousand li begins with a single step” . - [How Often Do You Change Your Car Parts ?](https://paprswing.com/how-often-do-you-change-your-car-parts/) - [Capital Allocation | Methodical Approach](https://paprswing.com/capital-allocation-methodical-approach/): There's a strange kind of pressure that shows up the moment the market turns red. - [Vacancy: Compliance & Internal Control Manager – UCEE Microfinance Bank (Lagos)](https://paprswing.com/vacancy-compliance-internal-control-manager-ucee-microfinance-bank-lagos/): UCEE Microfinance Bank has announced a new career opportunity for experienced professionals in the financial services sector. - [LEAD Kids Summer | Financial Intelligence for Children](https://paprswing.com/lead-kids-summer-financial-intelligence-for-children/): Every parent wants their child to grow up confident, capable, and ready for the future. - [Dividend Deep Dive: From Zero Payout to Nigeria's Most Valuable Bank](https://paprswing.com/dividend-deep-dive-from-zero-payout-to-nigerias-most-valuable-bank/): A year ago, FirstHoldCo shareholders were staring at a profit line gutted by loan-loss provisions and, by several accounts, a financial year that closed without the dividend they were used to. - [Jobs || Union Bank Management Trainee Program](https://paprswing.com/jobs-union-bank-management-trainee-program/): A fast‑track entry point for recent graduates ready to build a career in banking. - [StartUps || Founder Funding Opportunity](https://paprswing.com/startups-founder-funding-opportunity/): A global grant program is open for young founders building measurable social or environmental impact. - [NGX Market Update: Bears Take Control](https://paprswing.com/ngx-market-update-bears-take-control/): The Nigerian equities market closed on a negative note today, with bearish momentum dominating trades across major sectors. - [#BlocTrades || Key Highlights](https://paprswing.com/bloctrades-key-highlights/): Large-volume transactions, commonly known as bloc trades, often signal strategic moves by institutional investors, portfolio managers, and high-net-worth individuals. - [How Investors Can Navigate NBET's ₦400bn Power Bond](https://paprswing.com/how-investors-can-navigate-nbets-%e2%82%a6400bn-power-bond/): Nigeria’s power sector just recorded another major milestone with the launch of the NBET Finance Company PLC Series 2 (Tranche A) ₦400 billion Power Sector Bond Issue. - [#Scholarships || Obafemi Awolowo University Hosts Professor Alex Ezeh: Advancing African Higher Education and Research Leadership](https://paprswing.com/scholarships-obafemi-awolowo-university-hosts-professor-alex-ezeh-advancing-african-higher-education-and-research-leadership/): Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, is proud to welcome Professor Alex Ezeh for an official visit from August 10th to 14th, 2026. - [#Jobs || Goldman Sachs Graduate Trainee Recruitment || 2027](https://paprswing.com/jobs-goldman-sachs-graduate-trainee-recruitment-2027/): Looking to launch your career at one of the world’s leading investment banks? - [#EarningsForcast || Veritas Kapital Assurance PLC Releases Promising Q3 2026 Earnings Forecast: A Deep Dive into the Numbers](https://paprswing.com/earningsforcast-veritas-kapital-assurance-plc-releases-promising-q3-2026-earnings-forecast-a-deep-dive-into-the-numbers/): The Nigerian insurance sector continues to evolve, and Veritas Kapital Assurance PLC is signaling a strong performance ahead. - [](https://paprswing.com/191-2/): Exciting UN Volunteer Opportunity in Nigeria! - [#Jobs || FoodCo Open Positions | Multiple Openings](https://paprswing.com/jobs-foodco-open-positions-multiple-openings/): 📍 Lagos & Ibadan Are you ready to build a successful career with one of Nigeria’s leading companies? - [#Jobs || Zest Open Positions || Current Job Openings](https://paprswing.com/jobs-zest-open-positions-current-job-openings/): Zest is Hiring – Join Our Growing Fintech TeamZest is actively expanding and hiring talented professionals across multiple key functions. - [#CrossTrades || Banks , Oil and FCMG - Block Trades](https://paprswing.com/crosstrades-banks-oil-and-fcmg-block-trades/): 🔹 FIRSTHOLDCO Two transactions totaling 11.18m shares at ₦122.00 → ₦1.36bn trade value. - [#AnalystRatings || Updated Analyst Ratings](https://paprswing.com/analystratings-updated-analyst-ratings/): Here are the updated, SEO-optimized tweets for every stock in the compendium. - [#Study || Inheritance Without Hassle: Understanding Probate & Share Transmission in Nigeria](https://paprswing.com/study-inheritance-without-hassle-understanding-probate-share-transmission-in-nigeria/): Inheritance in Nigeria often becomes complicated when families attempt to access a deceased loved one’s financial assets — especially shares, investments, and capital‑market holdings. - [#Jobs || Chowdeck Is Hiring: Full‑Time Roles Across Multiple Cities](https://paprswing.com/jobs-chowdeck-is-hiring-full-time-roles-across-multiple-cities/): Chowdeck, one of Nigeria’s fastest‑growing on‑demand delivery and logistics platforms, is expanding its team and recruiting for multiple full‑time positions across Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, and Port Harcourt. - [#EarningsReport ||Transcorp Hotel Plc Q2 2026 Unaudited Results: Revenue Softens but Profit Surges](https://paprswing.com/earningsreport-transcorp-hotel-plc-q2-2026-unaudited-results-revenue-softens-but-profit-surges/): Transcorp Hotel Plc has released its Q2 2026 unaudited financial statements, offering a clear look into the company’s performance across revenue, profitability, and financial position. - [#TechFinds || Start Up Jobs](https://paprswing.com/techfinds-start-up-jobs/): If you’re exploring roles in engineering, product, design, marketing, sales, or operations — and you prefer the speed, innovation, and ownership that come with startup environments — Startup Jobs is one of the most focused platforms you can use today. - [#DirectorsDealing || Massive Insider Accumulation: Inside Otedola’s ₦77.6bn Purchase of First HoldCo Plc Shares](https://paprswing.com/directorsdealing-massive-insider-accumulation-inside-otedolas-%e2%82%a677-6bn-purchase-of-first-holdco-plc-shares/): The Nigerian capital market witnessed one of its largest single‑day insider accumulations of 2026 as a major shareholder, Mr. - [#Charts || First HoldCo || What NEXT ?](https://paprswing.com/charts-first-holdco-what-next/) - [#Rates || CenBank Retains MPR](https://paprswing.com/rates-cenbank-retains-mpr/): Following its two‑day policy meeting, Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) released an update confirming that all major monetary parameters remain unchanged. - [Dividend Payments Due This Week](https://paprswing.com/dividendtracker-dividend-payments-due-this-week%f0%9f%92%b0%f0%9f%93%85/): Investors tracking corporate actions on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) have a busy week ahead. - [Fellowship || Anthropic Fellows Program 2026: A Complete Guide for Aspiring AI Researchers](https://paprswing.com/fellowship-anthropic-fellows-program-2026-a-complete-guide-for-aspiring-ai-researchers/): If you’re looking to break into cutting‑edge AI research, the Anthropic Fellows Program is one of the most respected entry points in the industry. - [#Webinar || Cowry QED 2026: Exploring Nigeria’s World Cup Absences, Insecurity, and Economic Performance](https://paprswing.com/webinar-cowry-qed-2026-exploring-nigerias-world-cup-absences-insecurity-and-economic-performance/): Cowry Asset Management is set to host the Quarterly Economic Discourse (QED) on Monday, 27 July 2026, at 3:00 p.m. - [#EarningsReport || Caverton Offshore Group Q1 2026 Results: Balancing Massive Asset Growth Against Topline Pressures](https://paprswing.com/earningsreport-caverton-offshore-group-q1-2026-results-balancing-massive-asset-growth-against-topline-pressures/): The first quarter of 2026 has brought a complex mix of structural updates and financial challenges for Caverton Offshore Support Group Plc. - [#Webinar || What Are Your Teens Up To ?](https://paprswing.com/webinar-what-are-your-teens-up-to/): My Passion, My Future 2026 is a virtual learning programme designed to help teenagers build essential life skills that support personal growth, confidence, and future readiness. - [Abbey Bank Plc: Substantial Shareholder Buys 2.36 Million Shares — July 2026 Directors’ Dealings Update](https://paprswing.com/abbey-bank-plc-substantial-shareholder-buys-2-36-million-shares-july-2026-directors-dealings-update/): In a fresh regulatory disclosure filed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), a substantial shareholder of Abbey Bank Plc, acting through Madonna Ashib Commercial Enterprises Ltd, executed significant share purchases across two trading days in July 2026. - [Regency Alliance Insurance Q3 2026 Financial Forecast](https://paprswing.com/regency-alliance-insurance-plc-releases-q3-2026-financial-forecast-%f0%9f%93%8a/): Regency Alliance Insurance Plc has published its Q3 2026 financial forecast, offering a detailed look at expected performance across insurance operations, investment income, and cashflow movements. - [Airtel Africa Completes Capital Redemption Reserve Cancellation](https://paprswing.com/airtel-africa-completes-capital-redemption-reserve-cancellation/): Airtel Africa plc has officially completed the cancellation of its capital redemption reserve, marking a strategic move designed to unlock additional distributable reserves for future shareholder returns. - [ALUKO & OYEBODE ADVISES ON $2 MILLION DEBT INVESTMENT IN TOMATO JOS](https://paprswing.com/aluko-oyebode-advises-on-an-anchor-investment-in-sabou-capital-and-on-sabou-capitals-us2-million-impact-linked-debt-investment-in-tomato-jos/): Aluko & Oyebode is pleased to have advised an international economic development organisation on its anchor investment in Sabou Investment SPV Limited and on Sabou Capital Debt Vehicle I Limited’s US$2 million Naira-denominated impact-linked debt investment in Tomato Jos Farming and Processing Limited, a Nigerian tomato-paste manufacturer headquartered in Kaduna State. - [NREIT Opens Series 6 Offer](https://paprswing.com/nreit-opens-%e2%82%a630-4bn-series-6-offer-at-%e2%82%a6105-per-unit/): Nigeria Real Estate Investment Trust (NREIT), the largest listed real estate investment trust on the Nigerian Exchange, has opened its Series 6 offer, seeking to raise up to ₦30.4 billion at ₦105 per unit. - [Directors' Dealing: Substantial Shareholder Acquires 1M+ Shares in Abbey Bank Plc](https://paprswing.com/directors-dealing-substantial-shareholder-acquires-1m-shares-in-abbey-bank-plc/): In a recent corporate disclosure to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc has announced a significant insider transaction involving a substantial shareholder. - [Cutix Plc FY2026 Audited Accounts: Board Meeting Outcome and Disclosure](https://paprswing.com/cutix-plc-fy2026-audited-accounts-board-meeting-outcome-and-disclosure/): The Board of Directors of Cutix Plc met on July 13, 2026, to deliberate on the company's financial standing and future outlook. - [Cutix Plc Board Meeting Outcome: FY2026 Audited Accounts Approved](https://paprswing.com/cutix-plc-board-meeting-outcome-fy2026-audited-accounts-approved/): On July 13, 2026, the Board of Directors of Cutix Plc held a meeting to review and approve the company's financial performance for the 2026 fiscal year. - [UPDC Plc - Board Changes](https://paprswing.com/updc-plc-board-changes/): UPDC Plc - Board Changes UPDC Plc has announced changes to its board of directors. Folasope Aiyesimoju has resigned after eight years of service on the board. - [HBM Nigeria Plc - New Trading Symbol Effective](https://paprswing.com/hbm-nigeria-plc-new-trading-symbol-effective/): HBM Nigeria Plc - New Trading Symbol Effective HBM Nigeria Plc, formerly known as Lafarge Africa Plc, has officially transitioned to its new trading symbol on the Nigerian Exchange Group. - [Mecure Industries Plc - AGM Resolutions](https://paprswing.com/mecure-industries-plc-agm-resolutions/): Mecure Industries Plc - AGM Resolutions Mecure Industries Plc has announced the following resolutions passed at its Annual General Meeting (AGM): Financial Statements: The 2025 Financial Statements were approved by shareholders. - [Ronchess Global Resources Plc - Q2 2026 Board Meeting Notice](https://paprswing.com/ronchess-global-resources-plc-q2-2026-board-meeting-notice/): Ronchess Global Resources Plc - Q2 2026 Board Meeting Notice Ronchess Global Resources Plc has announced that its Q2 2026 board meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM, to be held virtually. - [Regency Alliance Insurance Plc - Board Resolutions](https://paprswing.com/regency-alliance-insurance-plc-board-resolutions/): Regency Alliance Insurance Plc - Board Resolutions Regency Alliance Insurance Plc has announced key resolutions passed at a recent board meeting. - [Omatek Computers Plc - Q2 2026 Board Meeting Notice](https://paprswing.com/omatek-computers-plc-q2-2026-board-meeting-notice/): Omatek Computers Plc - Q2 2026 Board Meeting Notice Omatek Computers Plc has scheduled its Q2 2026 board meeting for July 28, 2026. - [Steady Hands, Selective Bets: Three NGX Stocks Positioned to Benefit from the 2026 Mid-Year Outlook](https://paprswing.com/steady-hands-selective-bets-three-ngx-stocks-positioned-to-benefit-from-the-2026-mid-year-outlook/): Growth: 2026 real GDP forecast trimmed to 4.2% (from 4.4%); services remain the pack leader, oil & gas GDP +4.1%, manufacturing racing to a 4-year high on domestic refining (Dangote >100% utilisation in May 2026). - [📈 NGX Update: Top 5 Gainers & Losers with Market Insights 📉](https://paprswing.com/%f0%9f%93%88-ngx-update-top-5-gainers-losers-with-market-insights-%f0%9f%93%89/): The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) is buzzing! - [Top 5 Gainers and Losers on the Nigerian Stock Exchange](https://paprswing.com/top-5-gainers-and-losers-on-the-nigerian-stock-exchange/): The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) continues to show dynamic movements. - [We Start Here!](https://paprswing.com/hello-world/): Welcome to PaprSwing. 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