By Ayomide Otitoju Sanlam Investments has confirmed its third consecutive sponsorship of the Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES), scheduled for February 2026, reaffirming its commitment to driving sustainable finance and innovation across Africa’s renewable energy, water security, waste reduction, and climate resilience sectors. Since its launch in 2023, AGES has evolved into a premier platform…
By Ayomide Otitoju Africa Tech Festival, the continent’s most influential technology event, has announced an expanded line-up of speakers for its 2025 edition, further cementing its status as the leading platform driving conversations around Africa’s digital transformation. The event will gather influential voices from government, business, innovation, and sport to explore strategies shaping the continent’s…
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank Plc (Bloomberg: Wema NL) has announced the successful completion of its second-tranche ₦50 billion Special Placement, which was fully subscribed, bringing the bank’s total qualifying capital to ₦264.87 billion—well above the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) ₦200 billion minimum capital requirement for commercial banks with national authorization. The latest capital…
A delegation from Japan Tobacco International (JTI) Nigeria has paid a courtesy visit to the Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Patrick Feliz Egloff, at the Swiss Embassy in Abuja, aimed at strengthening diplomatic and corporate relations between both parties. By Ayomide Otitoju The JTI delegation comprised Vivian Ikem, Corporate Affairs & Communications Director; Mr. Abdallah Simba, General Manager; and Chioma Nwachuku,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government and electricity generation companies (GenCos) have agreed on a comprehensive payment plan to settle outstanding debts under the Presidential PowerA statement released on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Olu jen, said the framework, approved by President Bola Tinubu, is designed to address structural bottlenecks…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fearless Energy Drink, the bold and vibrant brand from Rite Foods Limited, has returned as the Exclusive Energy Drink Sponsor of Felabration 2025, the world-renowned festival celebrating the life, music, and legacy of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Themed “Shakara,” this year’s edition runs from October 13 to 19, 2025, at the New…
By Aytomide Ototoju Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, has reiterated its commitment to building a sustainable food system as it joined the global community to commemorate World Food Day 2025, themed “Hand in Hand for Better Food and a Better Future.” Emphasizing responsible and sustainable production, the company noted that its…
By Ayomide Otitoju Ahead of World Food Day, South Africa’s fight against hunger gained fresh momentum as 60 young innovators came together for “The Biggest Hunger Hack,” a week-long challenge hosted by KFC Africa to tackle child hunger through technology-driven solutions. The event brought together some of the country’s brightest Gen Z minds to reimagine…
By Ayomide Otitoju As Latin America’s digital economy surges toward a projected value of nearly US$950 billion by 2026 (PCMI), the region is set to welcome its first-ever global tech and innovation event — GITEX LATAM. Organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and KAOUN International in strategic partnership with the São Paulo Development…
