By Ayomide Otitoju The Heads of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Group, chaired in 2025 by the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), convened on Friday to assess progress on joint initiatives and outline key priorities for future collaboration. During the meeting, the Heads commended the deepened cooperation achieved under the CEB’s leadership, building on the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State has taken a historic step toward transforming its transport landscape with the official launch of the €410 million Omi-Eko Inland Waterways Infrastructure Project, developed in partnership with the European Union (EU) and other international partners. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who performed the groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, described the project as a…
By Ayomide Otitoju Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its dedication to delivering exceptional customer experiences and fostering deeper partnerships through strategic engagement. This commitment was highlighted during its recently held Global Trade Forum in Ibadan, which brought together key stakeholders, business leaders, and customers from across the South-West region to explore growth opportunities and strengthen collaborations….
By Ayomide Otitoju No fewer than 578 young entrepreneurs across Nigeria have benefited from Unity Bank’s Corpreneurship Challenge, the Bank’s flagship entrepreneurial development initiative designed to empower youth and drive economic growth. Over the years, Unity Bank has supported aspiring entrepreneurs across diverse sectors, helping them start businesses, create jobs, and contribute to national development….
By Ayomide Otitoju The World Bank Group, the Government of Japan, and the World Health Organization (WHO) have officially launched the Health Works Leaders Coalition, a global alliance aimed at advancing investments in health systems as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, and stronger resilience. The coalition brings together health and finance ministers, philanthropic…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a new Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Sierra Leone for 2025–2030, committing approximately $500 million to drive sustainable economic growth, strengthen resilience, and promote inclusive development. The five-year strategy focuses on two core priorities — developing sustainable infrastructure to…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Arab Coordination Group (ACG) has celebrated its golden jubilee, marking five decades of impactful contributions to sustainable development worldwide. The milestone event, held on 15 October 2025 in Washington, D.C., reflected on ACG’s achievements over the past 50 years while outlining its renewed vision for the future — one centered on…
By Ayomide Otitoju Sanlam Investments has confirmed its third consecutive sponsorship of the Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES), scheduled for February 2026, reaffirming its commitment to driving sustainable finance and innovation across Africa’s renewable energy, water security, waste reduction, and climate resilience sectors. Since its launch in 2023, AGES has evolved into a premier platform…
By Ayomide Otitoju Africa Tech Festival, the continent’s most influential technology event, has announced an expanded line-up of speakers for its 2025 edition, further cementing its status as the leading platform driving conversations around Africa’s digital transformation. The event will gather influential voices from government, business, innovation, and sport to explore strategies shaping the continent’s…
