The Tony Elumelu Foundation has officially unveiled 3,200 entrepreneurs selected for its 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, marking a significant expansion of one of Africa’s most influential private sector driven initiatives.
The announcement, made during the unveiling of the first cohort in Abuja, reinforces the Foundation’s commitment to empowering young Africans to build businesses, create…
FTXM, a financial trading and investment firm, has extended its academy’s offerings to provide complimentary financial education to the Nigerian population amidst the country’s economic challenges.
The company’s official statement highlights its commitment…
"Neimeth Appoints New Managing Director to Lead the Company"
August 23, 2023
Neimeth International Pharmaceuticals Plc has introduced Valentine Okelu as the newly appointed Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the company. This change came into effect on August 16, 2023, following the official approval of his appointment during the…
Glo, fintech reward customers
July 26, 2023
Globacom and PalmPay have collaborated to launch a new reward scheme for the telecom firm’s customers.
According to the firms, the marketing initiative tagged ‘PalmPay Bonanza: Recharge Glo and Win’ will offer Nigerians who buy Glo data and airtime bundles via the PalmPay platform a chance to win prizes.
They stated that the reward scheme would run from July 21 until September 14…
CBN unblocks Bamboo, Nairabet, AbokiFX and 437 accounts
July 26, 2023
The Central Bank of Nigeria has directed banks to vacate a post-no-debit restriction placed on the bank accounts of 440 individuals and companies.
A post-no-debit means that all debit transactions, including ATMs and cheques, on the accounts have been blocked but can receive…
Indomie to honour the heroic children
July 7, 2023
Dufil Prima Foods Limited, makers of Indomie instant noodles, has called the call for entries for its flagship CSR initiative, Indomie Heroes Awards.
A statement by the brand said the initiative, which kicked off in 2008, sought to identify and recognise the exceptional…
Firm gets global recognition
June 30, 2023
Hospitality firm, Lagos Continental says it was recently recognised at the Hotel Managers Awards and World Chefs Championship 2023 Award.
A statement by the firm said it was recognised as the Best Luxury Business Hotel in Nigeria at the 2023 Hotel Managers Awards, a globally recognised accolade that celebrates and acknowledges excellence in hospitality.
Also, Master Chef, Chef Chua Ngiap of…
Appertito wins innovation award
June 30, 2023
Grand Oak Limited says its premium bitter apéritif, Apperrito has won an award for Africa’s Most Innovative Premium Bitter Appetizer Beverage at the African Brand Innovators Summit 2023.
According to a statement, the event which took place in Lagos recently brought…
Eagle Schnapps unveils new campaign
June 16, 2023
Eagle Aromatic Schnapps has unveiled a new campaign themed “Journey with authentic prayers” to promote hard work and dedication among Nigerians.
The company’s Head of Marketing, Mobolaji Alalade, said that the initiative was a follow-up to the relaunch of the brand…
LCCI restates commitment to private sector advocacy
June 16, 2023
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has said that it will not relent on its mandate to advocate for the interest of Nigeria’s Organised Private Sector.
The President of the chamber, Michael Olawale-Cole, stated this on Wednesday during a flag-off of activities to mark LCCI’s 35th anniversary celebration.
Olawale-Cole said the founding fathers of the chamber had a practical idea of…

