Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has continued to deepen its commitment to youth innovation and entrepreneurship with Hackaholics 6.0, its flagship campus ideathon. This year, the Hackaholics train has toured four Nigeria cities from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, to the University of Ibadan (UI) and Purple Academy, Lagos, bringing together some of the brightest young minds in Sub-Saharan Africa to create transformative solutions to real-world problems. With over 3,000 entries submitted so far, at each location, hundreds of students and young…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel In a laudable dimension of safety awareness regarding the Ember Months, Federal Road Safety Commission ( FRSC) in collaboration with Guinness Nigeria Plc held a town hall meeting which involved different stakeholders, Safety and security sister agencies. The annual awareness held Ogba area and environs to a stand still, those that honour safety as a measure of longevity could not but be present at the famous Excellent Hotel , Lagos for the “Ember Months” town hall meeting. The Ember Months for year 2025 was ” Take Responsible for your safety; Stop Distracted Driving” was analysed by some…
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, KOF, has commended the Oyo State Government for its bold reforms in the real estate sector, describing the state as a land of “history, enterprise, and endless possibilities.” Aare Adetola remarked while delivering a goodwill message titled “The Real Estate Called Oyo State” at the 2025 Oyo State Real Estate Conference, held in Ibadan. The event, themed “Real Estate and Economic Development in Oyo State: Strategies for Success,” brought together top real estate developers, government officials, and investors to discuss strategies for improving housing delivery and driving economic…
I welcome you once again to our press briefing taking place at the Delta State Command headquarters, Asaba, where I will be intimating you on the command scorecard within the period under review. SUMMARY Deltans are urged to report any suspicious persons or movement within the environment, either by reporting at the nearest Police station or by calling any of the following control room numbers Thank you allCP ABANIWONDA S. OLUFEMICOMMISSIONER OF POLICEDELTA STATE COMMANDASABA.
In today’s interconnected world, seamless cross-border payments are vital for economic growth, business expansion, and personal empowerment. For decades, millions of Africans faced steep barriers in sending or receiving money internationally: high fees, opaque exchange rates, and long delays that made transactions uncertain and costly. Whether they are students paying tuition abroad or traders settling import bills and families depending on remittances, these challenges have touched every layer of society. Africa’s fragmented payments landscape, marked by multiple currencies, varying regulations, and limited banking infrastructure, has long slowed financial inclusion. In this system, a trader in Lagos might wait weeks for…
By Chinedu Nsofor On Tuesday, popular Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, shared a statement regarding the threat issued by President Donald Trump to invade Nigeria with military troops over reports of Christian genocide in the country. Primate Ayodele, who vehemently opposed the idea, urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu not to beg the US President because, according to him, Trump wants to negotiate with Nigeria for natural resources. He noted that the US president is only looking for ways to make money for his country and nothing more. He had earlier warned Tinubu that the US is looking for ways to…
Preparations for the Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) Summit 2025 have reached their peak as the association finalizes arrangements for the highly anticipated event. With the theme “Policy Shifts in Cyber Law and Taxation: What They Mean for the Media and Nigeria’s Economy,” the summit promises to be an engaging and insightful gathering. It will feature seasoned experts in finance, cybercrime, taxation, and public relations, who will provide in-depth analysis and practical perspectives on the evolving policy environment and its implications for the media landscape and the nation’s economy. According to Mr. Wale Onifade, Chairman of the…
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By Chima Nwokoji FirstHoldCo Plc has sustained its growth momentum across core business segments, reporting a 17.1 percent year-on-year increase in gross earnings to ₦2.64 trillion for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to ₦2.25 trillion in the corresponding period of 2024. According to the unaudited results released by the Group, interest income rose sharply by 40.4 per cent to ₦2.29 trillion from ₦1.63 trillion in September 2024, reflecting improved asset yields and loan book expansion. Net interest income also climbed 71.7 per cent year-on-year to ₦1.5 trillion, buoyed by stronger core banking operations. However, non-interest income declined…
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel Nigeria sits at a difficult crossroads: a country rich in agricultural potential, culinary diversity and entrepreneurial energy, yet one that faces stubborn malnutrition, food insecurity and growing pressure on household budgets. Tackling these problems requires a mix of public policy, community action and practical, nutritious food solutions that can be scaled including those from major food manufacturers. This article examines Nigeria’s nutrition landscape and highlights how Nestlé’s product portfolio and programmes contribute to available food solutions for families, caregivers and communities. THE NUTRITION CHALLENGE IN NIGERIA — SCALE AND SHAPENigeria carries one of the world’s heaviest burdens…