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L-R: Mr Babatunde Apeji, Principal Manager, Projects at Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC); Mr. Jolaolu Fakoya, Executive Director, Technical, emPLE Life Assurance Limited and President, Nigerian Actuarial Society (NAS); Jamila Umoru, Principal Manager, Lagos Zonal Office, NCC; Mr. Charles Onwuatogwu, President of FiBOP; Mr. Ademayowa Adeduro, MD/CEO, Tangerine General Insurance; Mr Wilson Esene-Okoh, Head, Corporate Communications at Rex Insurance Limited and …

The Bank of Industry (BOI) has unveiled a ₦2 billion entrepreneurship loan programme targeted at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members across the country, as part of efforts to tackle unemployment and promote youth-led businesses.Launched on Wednesday in Abuja, the “₦2bn BOI–NYSC Entrepreneurship Programme” will enable serving corps members to access up to ₦5 million each at a single-digit interest …

Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the leading pan-African banking group, has announced the launch of its upgraded mobile app, delivering a faster, smarter, and simpler banking experience for customers nationwide. This launch marks a significant step in Ecobank’s commitment to digital innovation and financial empowerment. The newly enhanced mobile app features a modern design and improved functionalities, including advanced facial …

L-R; Creative Director at Patrickwaheed Ltd. Patrick Koshoni; Creative Direcror of NANA Colective,Adeyemo Shokunbi; CEO,National Theatre National and Founder of iDesign, Tola Akerele; representative of Lagos State Governor/CEO, Lagos State Film and Video Censors Board, Bukola Agbaminoja; Managing Director/CEO, Ecobank, Bolaji Lawal; Founder/ceo, Lash Interior, Aishat Lawal; President, Nigerian Institute of Architects, Arc. Mobolaji Adeniyi and MD, Jaza Energy, Adeboye …

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has announced a profit before tax of ₦600.9 billion for the half-year ended June 30, 2025, despite the absence of the exceptional ₦493 billion fair value gains recorded in the same period of 2024.According to its audited financial results released to the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and London Stock Exchange (LSE), the Group’s performance …

L-R: Olayinka Ijabiyi, Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications, First Bank; Gbenga Omotosho, Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy; Samuel Egube, Lagos State Deputy Chief of Staff & LOC Chairman, E1 Lagos GP; Chiamaka Okachie, Senior Brand Manager, Celebr-8 Lyfe; Ifeoluwapo Odedere, Category Lead, Guinness, during the E1 Lagos GP Stakeholder Immersion session held in Lagos, recently In …

Tony Elumelu Tony Elumelu, the Chairman of Heirs Holding, has noted that the United Bank for Africa (UBA) staff died in the fire outbreak at Afriland Towers in the Lagos Island area of Lagos State.The fire incident occurred on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Speaking via a statement on Wednesday, Elumelu, who is also the chairman of UBA, said he was …

Fire has gutted a commercial bank branch on Broad Street in the Lagos Island area of Lagos State.The fire outbreak at the bank was confirmed by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.The service, in a statement shared on X, said its operatives are currently battling the inferno. Olajide disclosed that a distress call was …

Moniepoint Microfinance Bank (MFB), Nigeria’s definitive and trusted business and personal banking platform, has launched its new brand campaign, “Made for Your Progress,” reaffirming its commitment to powering the dreams of millions of Nigerians. To signpost this message of aspiration and achievement, Moniepoint also proudly announces the appointment of Nigerian football star, Victor Osimhen, as its brand ambassador. The “Made …

Polaris Bank, Fidelity Bank, Universal Insurance, Nestle PLC and other institutions have thrown their weight behind the Finance and Business Online Publishers, FiBOP  conference; joining forces with Zenith bank, NDIC and emPLE insurance to fast track the achievement of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s $1 trillion economy by 2030. When President Bola Tinubu first announced idea of a $1 trillion …