The International Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), has implored governments of African countries to arrest the growing cases of violent deaths against music stars on the continent just as it urged the South African authorities to expedite the process of prosecution of the killers of rapper Kiernan Forbes popularly known as AKA.…
Day: May 5, 2023
Sudan: Dangote Supports Nigerian Returnees With N100,000 Each
The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has commenced the disbursement of hundred thousand naira (N100,000) and Dignity Packs to each of the Nigerian returnees from Sudan. The money and the Dignity Packs were given out to the evacuees upon arrival at the airport in Abuja yesterday. All the evacuees, irrespective of the number, will be given…
New Lawmakers Must Have Political Will For Success—Obasa
Lawmakers-elect of the Lagos State House of Assembly began a 3-day induction programme on Friday with Speaker Mudashiru Obasa advising them to eschew greed and selfishness while they represent their constituents. Dr. Obasa further tasked the members-elect to develop the political will to effectively perform oversight functions as part of their responsibilities. Declaring the programme…
Stanbic IBTC Holdings Financial Technology Subsidiary Commences Operations
Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, a leading provider of financial services in Nigeria, is pleased to announce the commencement of operations of its wholly-owned financial technology subsidiary. Having received all required regulatory approvals and licenses to commence operations, the subsidiary will operate under the name Stanbic IBTC Financial Services Limited. It will function primarily as a…
Mouka Kicks Off National Consumer Promo, Season of Celebration
Mouka, Nigeria’s leading brand of mattresses, pillows, and other bedding products, has recently commenced a national consumer promo dubbed “Season of Celebration”. According to the manufacturer, the promotion is intended to excite consumers with gifts on purchases made from April 2023 while stock lasts. Despite the situation in Nigeria, the Mouka brand remains committed to…
YRTMA Warns Traders, Others Against Road Encroachment
The Oyo State Road Transport Management Authority (OYRTMA) has moved to further integrate relationships with Local Government Authorities across the State in a bid to consolidate on its existing Community Traffic Management System. This, according to the Agency, is in-line with the sustainable development agenda of the Oyo State Government under His Excellency, Governor Seyi…
Influencer Media Monitoring: Why Brands should Monitor their Influencers
By: Philip Odiakose In recent years, influencer marketing has become a crucial part of many brands’ marketing strategies. The power of social media and the rise of influencers have given brands the opportunity to reach a wider audience, increase brand awareness, and drive sales. However, with this increased visibility comes a need for brands to monitor…
Desmond Majekodumi Commends Unity Bank’s Sustainability Strides
Unity Bank Plc has received commendation from one of Nigeria’s foremost environmentalists, Mr. Desmond Majekodunmi for its consistent environmental sustainability initiatives and programmes aimed at protecting the planet earth. Mr. Majekodunmi, who is the founder of Lufasi Nature Park, Lagos – Nigeria’s only urban forest reserve – gave the commendation at the Bank’s Beach Cleaning…
GTCO Reports Profit Before Tax of N74.1billion in Q1 2023
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO or the Group) has released its Unaudited Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements for the period ended March 31, 2023, to the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and London Stock Exchange (LSE). The Group reported profit before tax of ₦74.1billion, representing an increase of 36.5% over ₦54.3billion recorded in the corresponding…