Heirs Holdings has confirmed the death of its staff members in a fire that broke out at the Afriland Towers in Lagos. The company issued a statement to clarify that the fire did not affect the nearby United Bank for Africa (UBA) building, but rather a separate building that houses …

In a move highlighting its commitment to youth empowerment and gender inclusion in technology, Tech Powerhouse, TD Africa, appointed 11-year-old Elizabeth Osagie Omonefe as CEO for a day. The young beneficiary of TD Africa’s scholarship scheme stepped into the role on September 8, demonstrating that the future of Africa’s technology …

Hit FM, the leading radio station in Cross Rivers state, and organizers of Calabar Entertainment Conference (CEC) has announced First Bank of Nigeria Limited as official bank partners for the flagship youth engagement program in the Creative Sector. CEC has held every year since 2017, and now in its 9th …

Africa’s leading neobank and foremost fintech platform, PalmPay, is celebrating six years of delivering value, impact, and reliable banking services to millions of users across Nigeria. With more than 35 million people now choosing PalmPay for their everyday financial needs, the company marks this milestone by reflecting on a journey …

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a fresh directive compelling all Domestic Systemically Important Banks to obtain regulatory approval for the appointment of successor managing directors/ CEOs at least six months before the exit of incumbent chief executives. In addition, the apex bank ordered that such appointments must be …

By Bolaji Israel Every December in Nigeria is a whole mood. The harmattan breeze and the Christmas themed red and white decorations all over the cities and towns; the cousins returning from the UK, US and Europe with “I just came back” stamped on their accents — and of course, …

Olapeju Ibekwe, Chief Executive Officer of Sterling One Foundation, has been appointed to the Board of the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria (UNGCNN), a move that underscores her contributions in shaping Africa’s sustainable development agenda. The announcement, made via UN Global Compact Network Nigeria’s official channels, comes ahead of …

Tier One Lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has commenced the disbursement of the Federal Government of Nigeria’s (FGN) MSME Intervention Funds, administered by the Bank of Industry (BOI), to qualified SMES with a strategic focus on empowering women-owned businesses across the country. The FGN MSME Intervention Fund is designed to provide …

Airtel Nigeria has announced the launch of its SmartConnect 5G Outdoor Unit (ODU) Router, a new broadband solution designed to deliver affordable, reliable, and high-speed internet access to households and businesses across the country. The SmartConnect router, offered at an entry cost of ₦50,000, comes with a SIM card, free …

Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce group, has announced a record-breaking performance for its recent “Category Month” sales event, driven by unprecedented consumer demand for products in the beauty, health, and fashion sectors. The e-Commerce platform has continued to record remarkable feedback from shoppers as its ongoing Category Month Campaign builds momentum. …