By Ayomide Otitoju Tier-one lender Fidelity Bank Plc has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigerian businesses for global competitiveness, with a focus on expanding non-oil exports. The pledge was restated at the 2025 Fidelity Nigeria International Trade & Creative Connect (FNITCC), held over the weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. In her address, Managing Director and Chief…
By Ayomide Otitoju New York’s Times Square played host to Africa’s economic aspirations on Friday as heads of state, business leaders, and policymakers convened for Unstoppable Africa 2025, the flagship forum of the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI). Held at the Marriott Marquis ahead of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, the forum underscored a…
By Ayomide otitoju Prominent Nigerian clerics have called on churches to partner with government in addressing the country’s insecurity challenges. The appeal was made on Wednesday at the opening ceremony of the Giant Killers Conference 2025, organised by the Foundation of Truth Assembly (FOTA) in Lagos, where the church also marked its 20th anniversary. Speaking…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to positioning Lagos as a hub of resilience, opportunity, and enterprise as the city prepares to host the inaugural E1 Lagos GP, scheduled for October 3–5 on the waterways of Victoria Island. Speaking at the E1 Lagos GP Immersion Session held at the Lagos…
By Ayomide Otitoju The National Industrial Court has granted an interim injunction restraining the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Direct Trucking Company Drivers Association from embarking on industrial action or picketing the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Justice Emmanuel Danjuma Subilim, ruling on an ex parte application filed by the refinery’s…
By Ayomide Otitoju Airtel Nigeria has launched its SmartConnect 5G Outdoor Unit (ODU) Router, a broadband solution designed to deliver affordable, reliable, and high-speed internet to homes and businesses nationwide. The device, priced at ₦25,000, comes with a SIM card, free installation, and a 30-day unlimited data bundle at speeds of up to 50 Mbps….
By Ayomide Otitoju Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said leaders who fail to perform should be voted out of office if credible elections are conducted. Jonathan, who lost his re-election bid in 2015 and is reportedly eyeing a return to the presidential race in 2027, made the remarks at the 2025 edition of the Goodluck…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 65th birthday, describing her as a compassionate leader and steadfast supporter of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu praised Senator Tinubu’s contributions…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability as it joined the global community in marking World Clean-Up Day, highlighting a series of initiatives aimed at combating plastic pollution and promoting community empowerment. The company, known for its flagship programs such as Rite on the Beach and participation in the…
