By Kazeem Ugbodaga Lagos, Nigeria – The Lagos Lagoon shimmered in electric hues as powerboats raced across its surface during the continent’s first-ever E1 Lagos Grand Prix, held from Saturday, October 4 to Sunday, October 5. The event, powered by First Bank of Nigeria, transformed the city into Africa’s capital of clean energy, innovation, and…
Ecobank Nigeria is undergoing a comprehensive transformation aimed at accelerating revenue growth, improving asset quality, and enhancing operational efficiency. Early results from the first half of 2025 demonstrate significant progress, with revenue increasing by 30% to ₦113.7 billion compared to ₦87.6 billion in H1 2024. The bank has also accelerated impairment provisions to support loan…
… Dignitaries Grace the Venue Lagos, Nigeria — June 5, 2025 — Ecobank Nigeria has officially launched the much-anticipated fourth edition of its Adire Lagos Exhibition Fair, a vibrant cultural and commercial event dedicated to promoting Nigeria’s indigenous fashion industry and supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The four-day fair runs from June 5 to…
For its outstanding financial performance and strategic growth, Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading tier-one financial institution, has been honoured with the Most Improved Commercial Bank of the Year award at the inaugural Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards. Organized by Nigeria’s premier financial media platform, Nairametrics, the awards were launched to recognize individuals, institutions, and policy…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals reaffirms that, despite the fluctuations in global crude oil prices, it has consistently reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol. The company, in a release, signed its Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina said the decision to maintain price stability reflects its unwavering…
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has dismissed a motion by Lafarge Africa Plc challenging the court’s jurisdiction to hear a suit against its planned sale to a Chinese investor, Huaxin Cement Limited. Strategic Consultancy Limited, a Nigerian company and shareholder in Lafarge Africa, had sued the cement company over its planned divestment of…
A tragic building collapse occurred early Saturday at 10, Oremeta Street, Ojodu Berger, at a structure housing the Equal Rights Restaurant. Several individuals were trapped beneath the rubble, prompting swift intervention by emergency services. The Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Hon. Segun Odunmbaku, promptly arrived at the scene and took charge of rescue operations alongside…
– Commends Ecobank and Other Sponsors for Supporting Emerging Artists Lagos, March 31, 2025 – Hannatu Musa Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, has called for stronger collaboration between the private and public sectors to ensure the sustainability of Nigeria’s art industry. She also lauded Ecobank Nigeria, the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC),…
Unity Bank Hosts IWD Webinar, Commits to Accelerating Action Towards Gender Equality By People’s Voice Nigeria | News Unity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to women’s empowerment with a series of high-impact initiatives designed to inspire action toward gender equality and sustainable development. The Bank hosted a webinar with the theme:…
Fidelity Bank Enhances Educational Facilities in Benin, Abuja By People’s Voice Nigeria | News Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to enhancing its host communities’ lifestyles. Through its dedicated education Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) pillar, the bank recently undertook significant projects aimed at promoting quality…
