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ZENITH BANK TO HOST 10TH INTERNATIONAL TRADE SEMINAR, TARGETS GROWTH IN NIGERIA'S NON-OIL EXPORTS
ZENITH BANK TO HOST 10TH INTERNATIONAL TRADE SEMINAR, TARGETS GROWTH IN NIGERIA'S NON-OIL EXPORTS Zenith Bank Plc will host the 10th Edition of its International Trade Seminar on Non-Oil Export on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, bringing together leading policymakers, regulators, exporters, manufacturers, investors and other key stakeholders to explore practical strategies for unlocking value and accelerating growth in Nigeria's non-oil export sector. Themed “Unlocking Value and Harnessing Growth in Non-Oil Export”, the virtual seminar wi…
8 Housemates Face Eviction as Abi Emerges Head of House in Big Brother Naija Season 11
8 Housemates Face Eviction as Abi Emerges Head of House in Big Brother Naija Season 11 In one of the most unpredictable turns of the season, eight housemates Yusuf, Araga, Temi Nkem, Goddessa, Cassi, Nomy, Tram, and Gerard are up for eviction this week following a high-stakes nomination process that reshaped the game and left viewers stunned. The eight housemates emerged from this week’s nomination process, which followed a wager task briefing and a Head of House battle that changed the eviction line-up more than once. Abi Wins Head of Ho…
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MultiChoice Nigeria Clarifies Ownership Structure, Reaffirms Local Operational Autonomy Under Canal + Group
MultiChoice Nigeria Clarifies Ownership Structure, Reaffirms Local Operational Autonomy Under Canal + Group MultiChoice Nigeria has outlined how its corporate governance and local strategy operate following its acquisition by global entertainment group CANAL+. Speaking on the company’s corporate architecture, Kemi Omotosho, Chief Executive Officer of MultiChoice Nigeria, explained that while the business operates as part of an international group, its leadership, strategy, and daily operations remain firmly rooted in Nigeria. Following th…
FG Commissions Upgraded Ijora, Apapa Substations, Adds 208MW to Grid in Lagos
FG Commissions Upgraded Ijora, Apapa Substations, Adds 208MW to Grid in Lagos In line with the resolve of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to solve structural problems that have long constrained the power sector, the Federal Government on Monday commissioned two upgraded transmission substations in Lagos, providing an additional 208 megawatts of bulk transmission capacity to one of the country’s most economically active corridors. At Ijora, two new 100MVA transformers lifted the substation’s capacity from 90MVA to 230MVA, an additional 112MW. A…
Union Bank of Nigeria Attains PCI DSS v4.0.1 Certification
Union Bank of Nigeria Attains PCI DSS v4.0.1 Certification Lagos, Nigeria – Union Bank of Nigeria has attained certification under the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 4.0.1, the foremost global standard governing the protection of payment card account data. The certification took effect on 11 August 2026. PCI DSS sets a baseline of technical and operational requirements designed to safeguard environments in which payment card account data is stored, processed or transmitted. Certification confirms that a bank…
5 New Shows Giving Kids More to Watch on GOtv This August
5 New Shows Giving Kids More to Watch on GOtv This August Some kids want superheroes. Some want animals. Others will happily sit through a funny story about a girl trying to figure out boarding school after being raised by goats. That last one is Goat Girl, one of the new shows joining the kids’ lineup on GOtv this August. The series follows 13-year-old Gigi as she leaves the mountain life she knows behind and starts boarding school, where making friends and understanding human behaviour turn out to be a whole new adventure. And Gigi is not th…
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TEGBE CALLS FOR SWIFT IMPLEMENTATION OF NIGERIA-CHINA AQUATIC PRODUCTS PROTOCOL
TEGBE CALLS FOR SWIFT IMPLEMENTATION OF NIGERIA-CHINA AQUATIC PRODUCTS PROTOCOL The Honourable Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has called for swift implementation of the Nigeria-China Aquatic Products Protocol, urging that the landmark agreement be translated into higher exports, foreign exchange earnings and stronger opportunities for Nigerian businesses. The Minister spoke during a courtesy visit and reception after the signing of the Nigeria-China Aquatic Protocol, by the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Yu Dunhai, accompanied by Zhu So…
Polaris Bank Hosts Children for a Day of Fun, Learning and Workplace Discovery
Polaris Bank Hosts Children for a Day of Fun, Learning and Workplace Discovery L-R; Cynthia Sanyaolu Head, Talent Management, Polaris Bank; Bukola Oluyadi, Group Head, Customer Experience & Value Management, Polaris Bank; Olanrewaju Oyekunle, Ag. Chief Talent & Culture Officer, Polaris Bank; Rasheed Bolarinwa, Head, Brand Management & Corporate Communications, Polaris Bank; Abimbola Ozomah, Executive Director, Corporate & Investment Banking, Polaris Bank; Njideka Nwabueze, Head, Retail Banking, Polaris bank & Olamide Adeyey…
Agbor, Ughelli residents hail Julius Berger’s Flyover Projects as work begins on Warri Ring Road
Agbor, Ughelli residents hail Julius Berger’s Flyover Projects as work begins on Warri Ring Road Residents of Agbor, Ughelli and other communities across Delta State have commended Julius Berger Nigeria Plc for its ongoing infrastructure projects, expressing optimism that the developments will significantly improve transportation, boost commerce and accelerate economic growth across the state. The positive reactions follow continued progress on key flyover projects in Agbor and Ughelli, as well as the commencement of construction work on the s…
Julius Berger, Lagos Water Corporation explore collaboration on water, road infrastructure development
Julius Berger, Lagos Water Corporation explore collaboration on water, road infrastructure development Julius Berger Nigeria Plc and the Lagos State Water Corporation (LSWC) have initiated discussions aimed at strengthening collaboration on integrated water and road infrastructure development across Lagos State. Regional Manager, Julius Berger, Region West, Alexander Bauer in a handshake and display of gift with the Managing Director, Lagos State Water Corporation, Muhktar Tijani during the Lagos State Government Water Corporation’s courtesy v…
Nestlé Nigeria Marks Five Years of Empowering Rural Women as 50 Zaria Retailers Join Initiative
Nestlé Nigeria Marks Five Years of Empowering Rural Women as 50 Zaria Retailers Join Initiative Nestlé Nigeria has marked the fifth anniversary and 10th edition of its Empowering Rural Women Initiative by supporting 50 women retailers in Zaria, Kaduna State, with practical business training and grants in the form of Nestlé products valued at three times their existing stock. The intervention also marked the beginning of a three-month mentorship period designed to help the women apply their training, manage the additional stock effectively and …
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Nigeria's Finance Talent Pipeline Gets a New Benchmark, and Access Sets It
Nigeria's Finance Talent Pipeline Gets a New Benchmark, and Access Sets It Lagos, Nigeria — August 10, 2026: New data from CFA Society Nigeria is reshaping how the country's financial sector thinks about talent development, with Access emerging as the single largest source of CFA candidates in Nigeria, a distinction industry watchers say signals a deeper shift in how leading institutions are building investment expertise from within. In its Where Nigeria's Finance Professionals Work series, published in a national daily, CFA Societ…
SuperSport Unveils Feast of Football, Sports Action
SuperSport Unveils Feast of Football, Sports Action A blockbuster week of sporting action awaits DStv and GOtv subscribers, with the decisive stages of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), UEFA Super Cup, FA Community Shield and Trophée des Champions among the major attractions. Football takes centre stage as WAFCON reaches its business end in Morocco, with the semi-finals scheduled for Wednesday. Defending champions Nigeria will not be involved after the Super Falcons were eliminated by Cameroon in the quarter-finals, losing 1-0. Their…
BIGI-FEARLESS SOUNDCITY ON TOUR BRINGS THE BIGGEST CAMPUS MUSIC EXPERIENCE TO NIGERIAN STUDENTS
BIGI-FEARLESS SOUNDCITY ON TOUR BRINGS THE BIGGEST CAMPUS MUSIC EXPERIENCE TO NIGERIAN STUDENTS BIGI and Fearless unite thousands of young Nigerians through music, talent and entertainment. Nigeria’s campuses are becoming the centre stage for youth culture as Soundcity On Tour 2026, powered by BIGI and Fearless Energy Drink, continues its journey across 20 tertiary institutions. From Lagos to Ibadan and now heading to Port Harcourt, the tour is delivering unforgettable experiences through live performances, student talent showcases and interac…
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Tegbe Inaugurates REA Board, urges people-centred leadership
Tegbe Inaugurates REA Board, urges people-centred leadership The Honourable Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe has inaugurated the newly constituted Governing Board of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in Abuja, urging members to ensure every decision is guided by how it improves the lives and livelihoods of ordinary Nigerians. The ceremony was attended by the Permanent Secretary, Board Chairman His Excellency Mr. Ayodele Fayose, REA's Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Board members and Ministry management. Tegbe described the B…
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