PZ Cussons (LSE

ZC), the maker of Imperial Leather and Carex soaps, has agreed to sell its half of a Nigerian edible oils joint venture as it continues to review strategic options for its African businesses. The FTSE 250 group said it has struck a deal to sell its 50% stake in PZ Wilmar to partner Wilmar International for $70 million (£51 million), with expected net proceeds of roughly $64 million (£47 million).