NCC Boss Urges Staff to Improve Service Delivery, Build Public Trust
NCC Boss Urges Staff to Improve Service Delivery, Build Public Trust Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, with the Management and Staff of the Commission during the 2026 Customer Service Week Celebration on October 7, 2026, at the Head Office, Maitama Abuja. Ms Olatokunboh Oyeleye, Director Cybersecurity and Internet Governance, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Engr. Babagana Digima, Director, Research and Development, NCC, and other Staff of the Commission at the Cus…
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Hydrogen Empowers Teachers and Students to Leverage AI Responsibly through Ai4learning Initiative
Hydrogen Empowers Teachers and Students to Leverage AI Responsibly through Ai4learning Initiative Lagos, Nigeria - October 6, 2026: Hydrogen Payment Services Company Limited, working with the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and its Education District III office, has concluded its inaugural AI4Learning Initiative, a practical education programme designed to help teachers and students understand and leverage Artificial Intelligence for learning, teaching and everyday life. Held on 30 September 2026 in Victoria Island, Lagos…
FUNAAB Takes Centre Stage as Bigi, Fearless Bring Soundcity OnTour to Abeokuta
FUNAAB Takes Centre Stage as Bigi, Fearless Bring Soundcity OnTour to Abeokuta Three days of music, dance, talent discovery, and a ₦1 million BIGI Music prize are set to transform campus life as Soundcity OnTour arrives at FUNAAB. The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), is set to come alive from 7 to 9 October 2026, as Bigi and Fearless Energy Drink, brands of Rite Foods Limited, bring the Soundcity OnTour experience to the campus for three days of music, entertainment, talent discovery, and youth engagement. More than a…
JTI Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Nigeria's Economic Growth and Development
JTI Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Nigeria's Economic Growth and Development … Reinforces confidence in Nigeria's future, responsible business practices and sustainable value creation Abuja, October 8, 2026: Japan Tobacco International (JTI) Nigeria has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Nigeria's economic growth and development, emphasising its confidence in the country's potential and its determination to continue contributing to a responsible and sustainable business environment. With 18 years of business operati…
Fidelity Bank to Convene Lagos Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Business Growth
Fidelity Bank to Convene Lagos Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Business Growth Lagos, Nigeria — Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the Lagos edition of its Quarterly Business Forum, bringing together entrepreneurs, industry experts and key stakeholders to explore strategies for building competitive and sustainable businesses. Themed “Built to Compete: Positioning Lagos Businesses for Sustainable Growth,” the forum will examine the opportunities and challenges within Lagos’s dynamic business environment. Discussion…
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IPO: Aliko Dangote Foundation Opens Wealth Creation Pathway for Two Million Vulnerable Nigerian Women
IPO: Aliko Dangote Foundation Opens Wealth Creation Pathway for Two Million Vulnerable Nigerian Women The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has unveiled the Women’s Share Subscription Grant Initiative, a pioneering financial inclusion programme aimed at increasing women’s participation in Nigeria’s capital market through the ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP). The nationwide initiative is designed to support up to two million Nigerian women, with a special focus on low- and middle-…
Nestlé and NBA announce multi-year international marketing partnership
Nestlé and NBA announce multi-year international marketing partnership • Milo®, Nescau® and Nesquik® will become Official Partners of the National Basketball Association® (NBA®). • The partnership will include activations across select NBA youth basketball development programs and platforms. • Multi-year agreement spans 21 markets across four continents and marks Nestlé’s largest international brand collaboration to date. Nestlé and the N…
Globacom Champions Cultural Heritage with 2026 Ofala Sponsorship
Globacom Champions Cultural Heritage with 2026 Ofala Sponsorship Globacom has once again demonstrated its commitment to Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage by supporting the 2026 Ofala Festival in Onitsha as the official sponsor. The partnership, which has continued for over 15 years, highlights Globacom’s dedication to celebrating and sustaining cultural traditions that preserve identity, strengthen communities and contribute to the nation’s social and cultural development. The 2026 edition, which marks the 25th Ofala of the reign of the Obi …
The Person on the Other End of the Line
The Person on the Other End of the Line This Customer Service Week, the extra mile starts with something simpler: making sure that when a customer, caller, or visitor needs a human being, one is there. By Olufunmilola ‘Funmie’ Aluko | Customer Experience Leader | Chief Brand and Marketing Officer/ Head, Customer Experience, Union Bank of Nigeria On any ordinary day, in any large city, the same moment plays out thousands of times. A woman calls her mobile network because her line has been barred and she cannot reach her children's scho…
From Sausage Cartons to Cash Prizes: Rite Foods Rewards 652 Retailers
From Sausage Cartons to Cash Prizes: Rite Foods Rewards 652 Retailers For 652 retailers across four regions, Rite Foods product cartons delivered more than they expected. Between March and June 2026, the company’s Awoof Retail Flap Promo turned flaps collected from eligible mega cartons of participating products, including Rite Spicy Beef Sausage, into cash prizes and household appliances worth millions of naira. At the close of the promotion, 259,306 flaps had been redeemed, earning participating retailers 652 prizes across Port Harcourt, Ben…
JMG Commissions Advanced Hybrid Solar Power System for La Chaumiere Group
JMG Commissions Advanced Hybrid Solar Power System for La Chaumiere Group Lagos, Nigeria — JMG Limited has successfully commissioned an advanced hybrid solar power system for La Chaumiere Group , one of Nigeria's leading premium multi-brand culinary and hospitality groups, reinforcing its commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable and cost-efficient energy solutions for businesses across the country. Renowned for creating exceptional dining experiences, La Chaumiere Group operates a portfolio of premium hospitality concepts ranging…
Stanbic IBTC's AAA(nga) Rating, Unbroken for a Decade, Reaffirmed by Fitch
Stanbic IBTC's AAA(nga) Rating, Unbroken for a Decade, Reaffirmed by Fitch Stanbic IBTC has been reaffirmed at 'AAA (nga)' by Fitch Ratings, giving clients, and investors continued assurance in its financial strength and the way it is run. The affirmation extends Stanbic IBTC's place at the top of Nigeria's National Long-Term Rating scale for over a decade. That span of decade included a naira devaluation, a sharp rise in interest rates and a central bank-mandated recapitalisation exercise for Nigerian banks, each a genuine…
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FG, Lagos State Government Synergize to Deliver 24/7 Power as Energy Zones Kicks Off
FG, Lagos State Government Synergize to Deliver 24/7 Power as Energy Zones Kicks Off In a move to end the blackouts that have long weighed on households, businesses and industry, the Federal Government and Lagos State have agreed to work in synergy to deliver stable, reliable electricity to the Lagos corridor, as part of the 24/7 Energy Zones pilot approved by President Bola Tinubu. The agreement followed a high-level technical session at the Lagos House, Marina, between the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, and the leadership of the Ministry, …
Nigeria’s SMEs: Resilient, Essential and in need of the Right Partners
Nigeria’s SMEs: Resilient, Essential and in need of the Right Partners By Aderonke Oluwadare Nigeria’s micro, small and medium sized enterprises remain central to the country’s economic growth, employment and household incomes. According to the NBS and SMEDAN MSME 2021 survey, as cited in PwC Nigeria’s MSME Survey 2024, MSMEs account for 96.9 per cent of businesses, 87.9 per cent of employment, 46.32 per cent of gross domestic product and 6.21 per cent of exports. These figures underline the importance of Nigerian SMEs to job creation, innovat…
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