By Ayomide Otitoju President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed plans to establish a large-scale industrial and free trade zone at Olokola in Ondo State, describing it as a power-driven investment hub designed to attract manufacturers and ease infrastructure challenges for investors. Dangote made the disclosure on Monday during a courtesy visit to…
Russian missile and drone strikes on several Ukrainian cities overnight killed at least 11 people, damaged cultural landmarks and intensified calls for stronger international pressure on Moscow as G7 leaders gathered for a summit in France. The heaviest attacks were reported in Kyiv, where at least five people were killed and 34 others injured after…
Sweden produced a dominant display to defeat Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday, dealing a major blow to the North African side’s defensive reputation and moving to the top of Group F at the FIFA World Cup. The Scandinavians took an early lead in Guadeloupe through midfielder Yasin Ayari, whose powerful long-range strike found the net in…
Ivory Coast began their FIFA World Cup campaign on a winning note after a late goal from Amad Diallo secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E opener on Sunday. The match at a packed stadium in Philadelphia appeared destined for a goalless draw until Diallo, who came on as a second-half…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has opened applications for its 2026 Pan-African Graduate Trainee Programme, inviting young graduates across Africa to apply for an initiative aimed at developing the next generation of banking and finance leaders. The programme is designed to attract, develop and retain exceptional graduates who will contribute to the bank’s long-term growth and…
By Ayomide Otitoju NCR Nigeria Plc has announced the appointment of Oluwatoyin Saraki as a Non-Executive Director, effective June 11, 2026. The appointment, which is subject to ratification by shareholders at the company’s next Annual General Meeting (AGM), was disclosed in a statement signed by the Company Secretary, Bernice Anya. According to the statement, the…
By Ayomide Otitoju NNPC Limited has reported a strong performance in its April 2026 Monthly Report Summary, recording growth in key production and financial indicators, while advancing major gas infrastructure projects across the country. According to the report, crude oil and condensate production rose to 1.68 million barrels per day (mmbopd) in April, representing a…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Dangote Group has strengthened its partnership with the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) through the signing of a $600 million loan agreement to support the expansion of its fertiliser production capacity, a move aimed at boosting food security across Nigeria and Africa. According to a statement by the company, the loan facility…
By Ayomide Otitoju Ivory Coast head coach Emerse Fae has downplayed speculation linking winger Yan Diomande with a move to Liverpool, insisting the player’s immediate focus remains on the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking after Ivory Coast’s 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their Group E clash in Philadelphia on Saturday, Fae joked about reports surrounding…
