By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has reported a 37.9 per cent increase in gross earnings to N434.95 billion in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong growth in its core banking operations and expanding market share. According to its interim financial statement for the three months ended March 31, 2026, released on the…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership has extended Eid al-Kabir greetings to Muslim faithful across Nigeria, calling for renewed commitment to unity, sacrifice, and collective progress amid deepening bilateral relations between Nigeria and China. In a statement issued to mark the celebration, the partnership described Eid al-Kabir as a reminder of the values needed…
By Ayomide Otitoju MG Limited has hosted students of Wellspring College on an educational and industrial tour of its production facility as part of activities marking the 2026 Children’s Day celebration, reaffirming its commitment to youth development and practical learning. The visit brought together 41 Senior Secondary School One (SS1) science students and their teachers…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited has celebrated Children’s Day 2026 by reaffirming its commitment to inspiring Nigerian children to dream big and reach their full potential through inclusive support systems, education, and family values. In a statement marking this year’s Children’s Day celebration themed, “Inclusive for Every Child,” the food and beverage company emphasized…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has announced the selection of 25 media professionals and digital content creators for the fifth cohort of its Media Innovation Programme (MIP), reinforcing its commitment to capacity building, innovation, and leadership development in Nigeria’s media industry. The programme, delivered in partnership with the Pan-Atlantic University’s School of Media and Communication,…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has highlighted the growing realities of data consumption, network infrastructure challenges, and the future of digital connectivity during a conversation with alumni of its Media Innovation Programme (MIP). The session, held as part of the MTN MIP Weekend, featured the company’s Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, Tobe Okigbo, who…
By Ayomide Otitoju BP announced on Tuesday the removal of Albert Manifold as chairman less than a year after his appointment, citing “serious concerns” over governance standards, oversight, and conduct within the company. In a statement, senior independent director Amanda Blanc said the board was “surprised and disappointed” by the issues uncovered and had taken…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has announced a new partnership with RwandAir to expand the Nigeria–East and Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor, aimed at improving the speed and affordability of Nigerian exports to regional markets. The ministry said the initiative builds on the corridor launched on Africa Day…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo….