By Ayomide Otitoju The government of Côte d’Ivoire, the world’s largest cocoa producer, on Wednesday announced a sharp reduction in the price paid to cocoa farmers, cutting it by nearly 60 percent in response to a downturn in global demand and an oversupply in the market. Agriculture Minister Bruno Kone said the new farmgate price…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria can unlock the full industrial potential of its vast natural gas reserves through stable regulatory enforcement, fair pricing structures, and sustainable infrastructure ownership models, Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Gas, Ralph Gbobo, has said. Speaking during Energy Week organised by the Society of Petroleum Engineers Lagos Section, Gbobo stressed that investors…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has ordered electricity distribution companies to refund a total of ₦20.33 billion to customers for outstanding meter payments made under the Meter Asset Provider scheme. The directive, contained in Order No. NERC/2026/025 and signed by NERC Chairman Musiliu Oseni and Commissioner for Legal, Licensing and Compliance…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has deepened its presence in Kebbi State with the inauguration of a new branch in Kamba, Dandi Local Government Area, in a move residents describe as a significant boost to financial access for farmers, traders and households. Chairman of Dandi Local Government, Dr. Mansur Isah-Kamba, represented by Council Secretary…
By Ayomide Otitoju As the world commemorates World Engineering Day 2026, JMG Limited has underscored the critical role of engineering in driving economic growth, industrial productivity and sustainable development. The global observance, celebrated annually on March 4 and proclaimed by UNESCO as World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development, spotlights this year’s theme: “Smart Engineering for…
By Ayomide Otitoju Sasai Fintech, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, has unveiled a new mobile app designed to facilitate international money transfers for South African consumers. The app aims to provide a seamless, reliable, and accessible platform for sending funds abroad anytime and anywhere. “South Africa is home to a digitally savvy population with strong…
By Ayomide Otitoju Jamara Home has launched its “Home of Blessings” promotion, a nationwide Ramadan campaign aimed at offering Nigerian households discounted prices on a wide range of electronics and home appliances. The promotion, which runs from March 3 to March 23, 2026, features exclusive in-store deals on products including refrigerators, gas cookers, washing machines,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Zenith Bank Plc has announced plans to host its 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD) Seminar, reaffirming its commitment to advancing women’s leadership, ownership, and collective growth. The annual event is scheduled to hold on Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, as part of activities marking International Women’s…
By Ayomide Otitoju Ecobank Nigeria has launched an enhanced version of its flagship gender financing initiative, Ellevate by Ecobank, as part of activities marking International Women’s Day 2026. The upgraded programme expands its original scope beyond the Commercial Banking segment to cover all business segments, creating a broader ecosystem aimed at addressing structural financing and…
