Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers supports ART X Lagos 2025 to celebrate African creativity
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers supports ART X Lagos 2025 to celebrate African creativity As West Africa’s leading art fair, ART X Lagos, marks its 10th anniversary themed Imagining Otherwise, No Matter the Tide, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, celebrates its ongoing belief in the power of art to spark dialogue, deepen knowledge, and strengthen community through its sponsorship of this year’s fair. This year’s edition of ART X Lagos will take place from Thursday 06 – Sunday 09 November 2025, at The…
Osun Development Association to Host Osun Development Summit, 30th Anniversary
Osun Development Association to Host Osun Development Summit, 30th Anniversary The Osun Development Association (ODA) a non-partisan and non-sectarian group of prominent Osun State indigenes has concluded plans to host the maiden edition of Osun Development Summit with the theme, “Developing a Sustainable Blueprint for Sub-National Development through Public-Private Sector Synergy”. Scheduled for December 4, 2025 in the State Capital, Osogbo, the summit is expected to help bring to fore the path for progress for the State using the various …
Fidelity Bank Partners NCF and Lagos State to Promote Responsible Waste Management
Fidelity Bank Partners NCF and Lagos State to Promote Responsible Waste Management Photo caption: L-R: Area Manager, Policy, Government and Public Affairs (PGPA), Field Operations, Chevron Nigeria Limited, Mr. Rilwanu Momodu; Chairman, Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) National Executive Council, Hon. Justice R. I. B. Adebiyi; Special Adviser on Environment to the Lagos State Governor, Engr. Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu; Head, Brand Management, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Cynthia Ogbonna; and Chairman, House Committee on Environment, Hon. Olarenwa…
Nestlé Professional Celebrates International Chefs Day 2025 with Young Food Explorers
Nestlé Professional Celebrates International Chefs Day 2025 with Young Food Explorers Nestlé Professional, in collaboration with the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs) and the Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria (APCN), joined chefs around the world to celebrate International Chefs Day 2025 under the inspiring theme “Food Explorers.” The event held on October 21, 2025, at Nestlé’s Sagamu Factory in Ogun State, bringing together 10 professional chefs and 40 enthusiastic pupils from Nestlé for Healthier Kids (N4HK) b…
At UBA Business Series, Digital Entrepreneurs Highlight Authenticity, Consistency, Passion as Real Game-Changer
At UBA Business Series, Digital Entrepreneurs Highlight Authenticity, Consistency, Passion as Real Game-Changer Directorate Head, Group Resources, United Bank for Africa(UBA), Tomiwa Sotiloye; Digital Health Educator, Chinonso Egemba (Aproko Doctor); Content Creator, Nasiru Lawal (Nasboi); Kenyan Actress and Media Entrepreneur, Catherine Kamau; Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, UBA, Alero Ladipo; Digital Influencer, Enioluwa Adeoluwa; and Digital Creator & Actor, Elozonam Ogbolu, at the UBA Business Series Session, the…
Senate Confirms NCC’s Board
Senate Confirms NCC’s Board Following a successful screening by its Committee on Communications, the Senate on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe (representing South West) as Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Adopting the Committee’s report during its plenary session, the Senate also confirmed Maryam Bayi (North East), Senator Ramoni Olalekan Mustafa (South West), and Ikechukwu Ugwuegede (South East) as Commissioners of the NCC. Board. Other members of the Board confirmed …
ZENITH BANK’S GROSS EARNINGS JUMPS 16%, HITS N3.4TN AS PBT REMAINS ROBUST AT N917.4BN IN Q3 2025 RESULTS
ZENITH BANK’S GROSS EARNINGS JUMPS 16%, HITS N3.4TN AS PBT REMAINS ROBUST AT N917.4BN IN Q3 2025 RESULTS Zenith Bank Plc has released its unaudited financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2025, with a remarkable 16% year-on-year growth in gross earnings from N2.9 trillion recorded in Q3 2024 to N3.4 trillion in Q3 2025. The Group’s performance continues to demonstrate resilience, strong momentum, disciplined execution and an ability to deliver long-term shareholder value in spite of challenging macroeconomic environment. Ac…
Building a Bridge Home: How Sade Balogun is Unlocking Diaspora Investment for a New Nigeria
Building a Bridge Home: How Sade Balogun is Unlocking Diaspora Investment for a New Nigeria For years, many Nigerians in the diaspora have dreamt of owning a home back home, a tangible piece of their heritage that reflects their hard work and identity especially in the country’s commercial capital, Lagos state. Yet, too often, those dreams were met with disappointment: unfulfilled promises, unverified developers, and projects that never came to life. In the midst of that uncertainty, Sade Balogun, CEO of Amen City Limited, has emerged as a…
Fidelity Bank Hails Air Peace on Maiden Heathrow Flight
Fidelity Bank Hails Air Peace on Maiden Heathrow Flight Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has commended Air Peace for its historic inaugural direct flight from Abuja to London Heathrow, describing the milestone as a bold testament to Nigerian excellence in global aviation. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON in a statement issued following the launch, praised Air Peace for its resilience and vision. The MD noted that the airline’s expansion into the prestigious He…
Dangote Cement Reports 165% Surge in EPS, Reinforces Market Leadership Across Africa
Dangote Cement Reports 165% Surge in EPS, Reinforces Market Leadership Across Africa Dangote Cement Plc has announced robust financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, showcasing a remarkable 164.8 per cent increase in earnings per share (EPS), which rose from ₦16.55 to ₦43.80. This significant growth reflects the company’s strong operational performance and strategic expansion efforts. Group revenue climbed by 23.2 per cent, reaching ₦3,154.8 billion compared to ₦2,560.6 billion in the same period of 2024. The comp…
United Steps Against Cancer: Access Holdings Rallies for Breast Cancer Awareness
United Steps Against Cancer: Access Holdings Rallies for Breast Cancer Awareness This past Saturday, more than 300 people, many of them employees of Access Holdings, came together to walk for a cause that touches every family, every community, and every heart. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Group hosted a 6-kilometre walk to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and remind everyone that the fight against breast cancer begins with information, compassion, and action. This was a statement that Access cares and st…
FCMB Launches In-App Mutual Fund Investment Feature
FCMB Launches In-App Mutual Fund Investment Feature First City Monument Bank (FCMB), a subsidiary of FCMB Group Plc, has introduced a new feature on its Mobile App that enables customers to open investment accounts and invest directly in mutual funds managed by FCMB Asset Management, the Group’s wealth creation arm. Yemisi Edun, Managing Director, First City Monument Bank (FCMB) This innovation marks another milestone in FCMB Group’s ongoing digital transformation journey, an initiative aimed at integrating all its business verticals into a…
FirstBank Sparks Global Kindness with 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Week
FirstBank Sparks Global Kindness with 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Week Lagos, 26 October 2025 - FirstBank, the premier bank in West Africa and a leading financial inclusion service provider, is proud to announce the commencement of its 2025 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Week, scheduled to hold from 27 October - 1 November 2025. Now in its ninth year, the annual event is a reflection of the Bank’s commitment to community empowerment, environmental stewardship, and the advancement of the Unite…
Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), Launches National Initiative to Promote Fermented Foods for Nutrition and Food Security
Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), Launches National Initiative to Promote Fermented Foods for Nutrition and Food Security DSC5336: L-R: Institute of Agriculture and Training, Obafemi Awolowo University, Prof. Veronica Obatolu; Africa Adviser, Sight and Life, Dr. Mairo Mandara; Managing Director/CEO, Aliko Dangote Foundation, Zouera Youssoufou; Director of Health & Nutrition, Aliko Dangote Foundation, Dr. Francis Aminu; at the Aliko Dangote Foundation / Sight and Life, Roundtable on "Promotion of Production & Consumption of Ferm…
Stanbic IBTC Bank rewards 78 savers with ₦16 million in sixth monthly and second quarterly draws
Stanbic IBTC Bank rewards 78 savers with ₦16 million in sixth monthly and second quarterly draws Stanbic IBTC Bank remains committed to putting smiles on the faces of its customers by enhancing their financial well-being. At the bank’s recent Reward4Saving Season 4 Promo combined draw, 78 savers emerged as joint winners of ₦16 million. The milestone event combined the sixth monthly draw with the second quarterly draw for this season. The initiative continues to turn everyday savings into meaningful rewards while inspiring more Nigerians t…
Access Holdings Delivers ₦320.6 Billion Profit Before Tax in H1 2025
Access Holdings Delivers ₦320.6 Billion Profit Before Tax in H1 2025 Access Holdings Plc (“the Group” or “the Company”) has delivered a profit before tax (PBT) of ₦320.6 billion for the half year ended June 30, 2025, a demonstration of its strategy, diversified growth model, and execution. Profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₦215.9 billion, underscoring the Group’s ability to consistently generate sustainable returns amid a challenging macroeconomic environment. Access Holdings recorded gross earnings of ₦2.5 trillion, a 13.8% increase from ₦…
“It’s Unpatriotic To Make Wealth In Africa And Store It Abroad,” Says Tony Elumelu
“It’s Unpatriotic To Make Wealth In Africa And Store It Abroad,” Says Tony Elumelu Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and other fortune companies, has called on African investors to retain and reinvest their wealth within the continent, describing the act of moving capital abroad as unpatriotic and detrimental to Africa’s long-term development. Speaking at the 2025 Abuja Business and Investment Summit, Elumelu said the continent’s growth depends on the commitment of its own entrepreneurs and investors to believe in Africa’s potential …
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