Prominent Traditional rulers from Dangote Cement Ibese host communities have commended the leadership ingenuity of the outgoing Plant Director, Azad Nawabuddin saying his pleasant personality has boosted the cordial relationship between the cement company and the host communities. It was a moment of accolades for Mr. Nawabuddin, during a send forth ceremony organized for him […]
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Nigeria’wholly indigenous conglomerate, Transnational Corporation Plc (Transcorp), has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2023, delivering a robot performance as shown in profit before tax that rise to N58.8 billion, a growth of nearly 94 per cent from N30.4 billion reported in 2022 financial year. The group in its result and […]
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Nigeria’s major financial institution, Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as the Best Bank in Nigeria in the Global Finance Best Banks Awards 2024, winning the award for the fourth time since 2019. The bank was among other banks from 36 countries in Africa recognised as the prestigious Global Finance announced its 31st Annual Best Bank […]
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Access Bank Plc has entered an agreement with the Kenyan-based KCB Group Plc (“KCB”) for the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of National Bank of Kenya Limited. The move is part of the vision of the late co-founder and former Group Chief Executive Officer, Herbert Wigwe. KBC is the holding company of KCB […]
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The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy empowering African entrepreneurs, will announce 1,200 African entrepreneurs across 54 African countries as beneficiaries of its flagship Entrepreneurship Programme. The announcement will be made on March 22, 2024. The new beneficiaries will become the 10th cohort of the 10-year-long TEF Entrepreneurship Programme. The Tony Elumelu Foundation has […]
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The Central Bank of Nigeria has disclosed that it has successfully cleared all valid foreign exchange backlogs, effectively eliminating a legacy burden. This accomplishment fulfils a commitment made by CBN Governor, Mr Olayemi Cardoso, who vowed to address an inherited backlog of $7bn in claims. The announcement was made by the bank’s Acting Director of […]
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The Managing Director, Zenith General Insurance, Mr Jude Modilim, has disclosed that the company paid a total of N5 billion claims last, 2023 to its various clients. Modilim stated this while interacting with members of the National Association of Insurance and Pension Editors(NAIPE) who paid courtesy visit to his office in Lagos. He said as […]
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The Nigerian Military authority has dismissed claims that it has embarked on reprisal attacks on Okuama Community in Delta State. Some suspected members of the community had on Thursday ambushed and murdered the Commanding Officer of 181 Army Amphibious Battalion, two Majors, one Captain and 12 soldiers. The Director Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, […]
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Heirs Holdings has launched its irst-ever television commercial. The newly released television commercial (TVC) showcases the company’s diverse portfolio, spanning the power, energy, financial services, hospitality, real estate, healthcare and technology sectors while highlighting its commitment to driving positive change and sustainable development across Africa and beyond. With its compelling narrative, the commercial is […]
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Nigeria’s major financial institution, Zenith Bank Plc, on Tuesday,19th March, 2023 named Dr Adaora Umeoji as its Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective June 1. This was disclosed in a notification sent to the Nigerian Exchange Ltd. (NGX) by the bank’s Company Secretary, Mr Michael Otu. Otu said that the appointment was subject to […]
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Heirs Technologies, a leading digital transformation company, has announced the appointment of Obong Idiong as its Chief Executive Officer. Idiong brings considerable experience in the technology sector and a visionary approach to this role. Prior to joining Heirs Technologies, he served as the MD/CEO at Africa Prudential Plc, where he spearheaded the digital transformation of […]
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REDTV, United Bank for Africa’s Lifestyle and Entertainment channel, proudly announces the highly-anticipated launch of the second season of its hit show – ‘When are we getting married’. The captivating series, renowned for its unique blend of romance, humour, and real-life relationship dynamics, promises its teeming viewers an even more engaging and thrilling experience in […]
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