By Ayomide Otitoju Ibrahim Toyeeb, Kwara farmer and CEO of Versa Farms, Nigeria’s largest tomato farm, has condemned the recent surge of deadly attacks in Kwara South, calling for urgent intervention to safeguard lives and protect the region’s fragile economy. Toyeeb, whose company is a major employer in the area, expressed deep concern over the…
By Ayomide Otitoju In a goodwill message marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, Adron Homes’ Group Managing Director, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, praised the resilience, unity, and enduring spirit of Nigerians that have sustained the nation through decades of challenges and achievements. “As Nigeria marks 65 years of independence, we salute the courage of our founding fathers…
By Ayomide Otitoju Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc (Sterling Holdco), the parent company of The Alternative Bank, Sterling Bank, SterlingFI, and other innovative financial solutions, has received a strong response to its public offer, as investors show keen interest in acquiring a stake in the company. Launched on September 17, 2025, the offer has quickly…
By Ayomide Otitoju Roosevelt Ogbonna, Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, has acquired a £15 million mansion on The Bishops Avenue in Hampstead, one of London’s most prestigious addresses. The deal, confirmed by Land Registry documents, was finalized in August 2025, with Access Bank’s UK subsidiary reportedly providing a mortgage tied to the property. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has announced that its 53rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) will focus on advancing the “Nigeria First” policy as a pathway to economic growth and industrial development. Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos on Tuesday, MAN President, Otunba Francis Meshioye, said the AGM, themed “Nigeria First:…
By Ayomide Otitoju Namibia has secured the top award at the ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Regional Finals, held during the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy Awards & Gala Dinner on September 30. The Namibian team was honored for its innovative waste-to-energy project, which converts fish waste into bio-feed for plants using a 3D-printed…
By Ayomide Otitoju Africa is working to redefine its role in the global energy sector, moving beyond its traditional status as a raw material supplier to become a key energy player, leaders said at the African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies. Discussions centered on scaling investment, ensuring energy transition based on domestic…
By Ayomide Otitoju The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a $100 million facility agreement with NBS Bank Plc Malawi under its Trade Facilitation Programme (AFTRAF), aimed at strengthening the bank’s trade finance portfolio and supporting imports of essential commodities. The deal, finalized on the sidelines of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Cairo, was…
By Ayomide Otitoju Sierra Leone has formally joined the International Energy Forum (IEF), marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen its role in global energy dialogue. The agreement was signed on Tuesday during the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference. The deal, endorsed by IEF Secretary General Jassim…
