By Ayomide otitoju The Research, Technology and Innovation Division (NNPC RTI) of NNPC Limited is set to host the 3rd Meeting of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) Forum for Research and Development Directors, bringing together R&D leaders from member countries across the continent. The forum will take place from 20 to 23 April 2026…
By Ayomide Otitoju Access Bank Plc has been ranked Nigeria’s most valuable brand for the fifth consecutive year by Brand Finance, reinforcing its leadership in the country’s financial services sector. The recognition was announced in the Brand Finance Nigeria 25 2026 report, which evaluates leading brands based on value, strength, and overall business performance. Access…
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank has met and exceeded the recapitalisation requirements set by the Central Bank of Nigeria, reaffirming its status as a national bank and strengthening its position within Nigeria’s financial sector. The bank announced that it achieved the milestone following the successful completion of a ₦150 billion Rights Issue and a ₦50…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership has emphasised the strategic importance of language in driving economic growth, innovation, and cross-border collaboration as the world marks Chinese Language Day 2026. Chinese Language Day, established by the United Nations in 2010 to promote multilingualism and cultural diversity, is observed this year under the theme “Characters Endure,…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has reinforced its commitment to human capital development through a range of initiatives aimed at empowering employees, enhancing career growth, and building a strong pipeline of future leaders. The bank said its people-focused strategy is designed to move beyond traditional employment by creating structured opportunities for staff to develop professionally, assume…
By Ayomide Otitoju NNPC Retail Limited, a subsidiary of NNPC Ltd., has reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusion and women’s empowerment with the successful hosting of the second edition of its flagship initiative, She-Fix 2.0, in Abuja. Held on Saturday under the theme “Driving Diversity, Powering Progress,” the event attracted over 300 participants, including women…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Committee of Ministers overseeing the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) Project met in Abuja on Friday, reaffirming the strategic importance of the pipeline to regional energy integration in West Africa. The meeting brought together representatives from Nigeria, Benin, Togo, and Ghana, alongside officials from the Economic Community of West African States…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, in partnership with Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, and the University of Lagos, has commissioned and donated a newly built Geosciences Centre of Excellence to UNILAG in a move aimed at strengthening geosciences education and research in Nigeria….
By Ayomide Otitoju NNPC Limited has announced the full line-up for its She-Fix 2.0 event, organised by NNPC Retail Limited, with a focus on advancing women’s contributions across key sectors of the economy. The event will feature a panel session titled “Driving Impact: Women Creating Value Across Industries,” bringing together professionals from the energy, finance,…
