By Ayomide Otitoju Zenith Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening trade, investment and economic cooperation between Canada and Africa as headline sponsor of the 6th Canada-Africa Business Conference held on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The conference, organised by the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, brought together…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has been recognised by the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) with the Service Ambassadors Award for the Highest Impact on MSMEs Accessing Credit for the First Time, reaffirming its leadership in small and medium-scale enterprise financing. The award honours Deposit Money Banks that have successfully extended credit to previously…
By Ayomide Otitoju The MIP 5 Fellows have commenced their Immersion Week, designed to bridge classroom learning with real-world industry experience through engagements with senior executives and sector leaders. As part of the programme, participants received insights into Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, emerging technologies and the evolving regulatory landscape. The fellows interacted with senior executives, including…
By Ayomide Otitoju The organisation has been recognised by the Nigerian Academy of Engineering for its contributions to innovation, engineering excellence and technological advancement. The award was presented on June 24, 2026, during the Academy’s Annual Technology Dinner and Awards Night held in Lagos, where the organisation was honoured for its support of key initiatives,…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN has celebrated the successful conclusion of its annual Y’ello Care employee volunteerism campaign, recognising staff members for their contributions to community development during a special Y’ello Care Impact Ceremony. The campaign, which ran for 25 days, saw employees dedicate their time, skills and resources to support underserved communities across Nigeria through…
By Ayomide Otitoju The MTN Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to combating substance abuse in Nigeria through its Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP), highlighting the impact of the initiative as activities marking World Drug Day took place across the country. The Foundation said the programme continues to make a difference through awareness campaigns and early intervention,…
By Ayomide Otitoju JMG Limited has marked its 28th anniversary, highlighting nearly three decades of delivering engineering solutions and contributing to community development across Nigeria. Since its establishment in June 1998, the company has expanded its operations to meet evolving industrial and commercial needs, providing services in power generation, electrical infrastructure, cooling systems, elevators and…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has reaffirmed its commitment to entrepreneurship development and financial inclusion with its support for the Imo State Government’s One Kindred One Business Initiative (ÓKÓBÌ), a community-driven business model designed to promote collective ownership and sustainable economic growth. The initiative, conceived by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, is rooted in the traditional…
By Ayomide Otitoju Access Bank is set to host its annual UK Polo Day on July 4 in Windsor, United Kingdom, with proceeds from the event earmarked for the construction of classroom blocks in underserved communities across Northern Nigeria. The event is expected to bring together a diverse mix of investors, entrepreneurs, public sector leaders…
