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The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organisation, Afenifere, on Thursday, urged the Federal Government to work toward meeting its December deadline for the operation of refineries in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State. It would be recalled that President Bola Tinubu, during a recent meeting with the leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)...

  FirstBank Group has appointed Olukorede Adenowo as MD/Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank UK. “The appointment is effective from November 16, 2023, subject to regulatory approvals,” said Folake Ani-Mumuney, Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, First Bank of Nigeria Limited. She said: “Olukorede Adenowo who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic...

Fidelity Bank Plc has become an official signatory of the UN Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) – a single framework for a sustainable banking industry developed through a collaboration between banks worldwide and the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI). The Principles are the leading framework for ensuring...

  CPS to combine office of Special Adviser on Media Oyo State governor, 'Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointments of Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants and Board Chairmen across various portfolios, Ministries, Departments and Agencies. The appointments were announced in a letter signed by the Chief of Staff...

  as consumers experienced top-notch excitement   Fearless Energy Drink took the spotlight at the inaugural TOR'Q Autofest in Lagos, turning heads and revving up the energy of car drifters, super bikers, and enthusiasts from across Africa. The brand, known for its positive energy, showcased exceptional talent in auto sports...

  announces maiden edition of its Fidelity Family Weekend Fiesta In the spirit of the Yuletide, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced plans to host the maiden edition of the Fidelity Family Weekend. Scheduled to hold on Saturday, 16 and Sunday, 17 December 2023 at the Fidelity Grounds,...

  Nigerian banks are well-positioned to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) directive to increase their capital base. The president of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), Ken Opara, gave the assurance in Abuja on Monday at the 22nd National Seminar on Banking and Allied Matters for...

Access Bank Plc, in collaboration with Asolar, has launched a green energy solution to tackle power supply challenges faced by small and medium enterprises and rural communities across the country. The products, which included solar-powered TV sets, Air Conditioners, and PoS machines, among many others, were launched on Tuesday at...

The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has requested Nokia Networks to increase its investments in Research and Development (R&D) to support the growth of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Nigeria. According to a press statement signed and...

Jaiz Bank Plc has appointed Haruna Musa, as substantive managing director. A regulatory filing at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), said the appointment has been approved by relevant authorities including the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Musa, whose appointment took effect on November 21, 2023, succeeded Ahmed Hassan, who will proceed...