By Ayomide Otitoju The West African Development Bank (BOAD) has strengthened its financing capacity by expanding its sovereign portfolio credit-insurance policy, initially signed in June 2023, to XOF 297.6 billion (approximately EUR 454 million). The policy, underwritten by a consortium of leading private insurers, forms a key component of BOAD’s strategic plan, Plan Djoliba, aimed…
By Ayomide Otitoju Rite Foods Limited, a leading Nigerian food and beverage company, has reinforced its commitment to youth mentorship through a partnership with Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) for the 2025 edition of the WIMBIZ Big Sister Programme, held at Majidun Senior Grammar School, Ikorodu. The programme, a flagship WIMBIZ initiative,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc recently held a black-tie dinner to celebrate the retirement of Professor Benedict Okechukwu Oramah, outgoing President and Chairman of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), marking ten years of transformative leadership. The event, themed “Celebrating a Titan,” took place on Thursday, 2 October 2025, at the Lagos Continental Hotel and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Canon has unveiled the Colorado XL-series, a new platform of 3.4m large-format printers that brings the advantages of its UVgel technology to the 3.2m graphics market. Designed for both hybrid and roll-to-roll applications, the modular and field-upgradable series offers versatility and high productivity across a wide range of media, including signage, décor,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Women’s rights advocates have hailed a historic decision by the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, which found the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) responsible for widespread sexual violence committed by its military forces in South Kivu in 2011. The ruling, delivered under Communication 686/18, stems from atrocities committed on January…
By Ayomide Otitoju Team Brazil emerged victorious on Sunday at the E1 Lagos Grand Prix (GP), securing their first win of the series in an electrifying finale that underscored Lagos’ growing prominence as a hub for innovation and sustainability. Piloted by Timmy Hansen and Leva Millere-Hagin, Team Brazil dominated the group stages, race-off, and final…
By Ayomide Otitoju The price of refilling a 12.5kg cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, has surged to ₦25,000 this week from ₦17,500 the previous week, reflecting a sharp rise driven by supply disruptions and market imbalances. Checks by Vanguard revealed that the retail price of 1kg of LPG now…
By Ayomide Otitoju Polaris Bank has reiterated its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences as it joins organisations worldwide to celebrate the 2025 Customer Service Week, themed “Mission: Possible.” The annual global event, which runs from Monday, October 6 to Friday, October 10, honours customer service professionals and their vital contributions to business success and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Union Bank of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to employee well-being and sustainable workplace development with the successful launch of its first-ever “Stay Recharged” Health Walk in Lagos. The event began at the Bank’s Head Office, Stallion Plaza, Marina, and concluded at The Stable, its Sports Complex on Bode Thomas Street, Surulere…
