Africa Finance

BUA Cement Plc, established in 2018, specializes in producing and distributing CEM II type cement under the brand "BUA Cement". This product is designed to meet Nigerian Industrial Standards and caters to various construction needs across Nigeria. Its distinctive features include high early strength, rapid setting, and low heat of hydration, making it suitable for block-making, plastering, and concrete works. The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of bagged cement and bulk cement within Nigeria.

BUA Group is a Nigerian conglomerate established in 1988 by Abdul Samad Rabiu. Headquartered in Lagos, the company has diversified its investments across several key sectors of the African economy, including food production, infrastructure, mining, and manufacturing. It operates a variety of facilities, such as cement plants, sugar refineries, pasta plants, and flour mills. In addition to its manufacturing operations, BUA Group manages a rice plantation and a mill in Kano, Nigeria, and implements a robust out-growers scheme that supports approximately 100,000 rice farmers in the Kano and Jigawa States. Through its extensive operations, BUA Group plays a significant role in advancing the agricultural and industrial landscape in Nigeria.

Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services Ltd., operating as 9Mobile, is a telecommunications company based in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 2007, it holds a Unified Access Service License from the Nigerian Communications Commission, allowing it to provide a diverse range of services, including fixed telephony, digital mobile services, international gateway services, and national and regional long-distance services. 9Mobile offers various telecommunication solutions, such as international roaming, postpaid and corporate plans, as well as mobile broadband, catering to both individual and enterprise customers. The company operates within the 900 and 1800 MHz frequency bands, ensuring extensive coverage and connectivity throughout Nigeria.

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, established in 1985 and headquartered in Lomé, Togo, provides a range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services across Africa and internationally. Its operations include Corporate & Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Consumer Banking, offering products such as current and savings accounts, loans, cards, and digital banking services. The bank serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small and medium enterprises, multinationals, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations. With a network of 888 branches and over 2,460 ATMs, Ecobank facilitates various financial services, including treasury, cash management, remittance, and bancassurance. Subsidiaries such as Ecobank Nigeria Limited and Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited extend its services, focusing on commercial and retail banking tailored to local markets.