The National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC) has continued its stakeholder engagement program, convening a high-level consultative session with leading tax advisory firms, professional bodies, and institutional representatives to support the effective implementation of Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws. The institutions were represented by their national presidents, while the advisory firms were represented by their leading tax partners. Addressing the session, the Chairman of the NTPIC, Mr Joseph Tegbe, noted that the success of the reforms would depend largely on effective change management rather than policy design alone. He emphasized the importance of clear communication and public trust. He reaffirmed…
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As event costs continue to rise and “Zoom fatigue” drives renewed interest in physical gatherings, London-based startup Zance is challenging event organisers to abandon vanity metrics like attendance numbers and instead measure what truly matters: outcomes. Backed by the Mayor of London’s Amplify Ventures and Foundervine, Zance has launched an AI-powered platform designed to help organisers, sponsors, and attendees track the real return on in-person events. The platform replaces gut feel, headcounts, and post-event guesswork with actionable data that shows how events drive connections, leads, and business value. “For decades, success has been judged by how full a room looks,”…
The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to deepening inter-agency collaboration as he received the Director General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Mr Charles Ebuebu, on a courtesy visit aimed at exploring strategic partnerships in digital transformation and regulatory frameworks across Nigeria’s media and technology sectors. Inuwa, speaking at the meeting, stated that digital transformation and regulation are inseparable in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. Digital transformation is not a one-off project but a continuous journey that requires constant improvement, periodic target-setting, and organizational adaptability to emerging realities. The…
Sterling One Foundation, in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the United Nations System, and partners of the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) will convene the ASIS 2026 High-Level Policy Engagement on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. The session will bring together senior government leaders, chief executives, development partners, investors, and civil society leaders to advance results-driven partnerships for inclusive growth, foundational learning, women and youth empowerment, and national development delivery. The engagement, co-hosted by the Office of the Vice President, and Sterling One Foundation, will…
L-R: Regional Bank Head, Mainland 1, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr Chukwudi Egbuna; Minister in Charge, Methodist Church, Makoko, Very Revd. Ayodele Aromavo; and Divisional Head, Remedial and Operational Risks Management, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Damian Orizu at the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP) Risk Management Directorate-led Back-to-School outreach to pupils in Makoko, Lagos recently. Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has reinforced its commitment to community development and youth empowerment with the donation of educational and hygiene materials to pupils of Wesley Nursery and Primary School in the Makoko Waterfront Community, Lagos, under its Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP). The…
Dr. Ifetayo Adeniyi, CEO of Megastar Media Communications and President of the Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON), has laid the foundation for a solar-powered toilet facility at his alma mater, Sagamu High School, Sagamu, Ogun State, as part of his ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. The project represents Dr. Adeniyi’s second major CSR intervention, following the successful execution of a similar project in Abuja. The foundation-laying ceremony was attended by His Majesty, Oba Timothy Akinsola, the Ewusi of Makun, Sagamu, who offered traditional prayers and royal blessings for the smooth execution and successful completion of the…
(INTERVIEW)- ACTOR ERIC OBINNA Q1- Let’s get to know you better? My name is Eric Obinna, I’m an adult Nigerian , from Imo state, born in Port Harcourt, grew up in Lagos. I’m a Nollywood actor and a theater arts practioner. Could you share with us your educational background? I had my primary and secondary school in Lagos, studied theatre arts at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka in Anambra state Nigeria. What makes a good actor? Talent and the ability to learn is what makes a good actor For how long have you been in the movie industry? I have…
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Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage manufacturer, has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship and the adoption of clean energy to celebrate the 2026 International Clean Energy Day, themed “Clean Energy for People and Planet.” As a market leader, Rite Foods continues to pioneer sustainable manufacturing practices, integrating clean energy into its core operations to reduce its carbon footprint while delivering world-class products to millions of Nigerian consumers. To further commemorate this milestone and drive industry-wide dialogue, Rite Foods will host an interactive session with key stakeholders on Friday, January 30th, 2026. This forum will bring together energy experts, government officials,…
As the world marks Clean Energy Day on January 26, JMG Limited (https://www.jmglimited.com/), a leading provider of hybrid and integrated electromechanical solutions, is reinforcing its commitment to Nigeria’s clean energy transition with measurable impact, most notably a significant reduction in diesel consumption at its Lagos head office. With specialized divisions spanning JMG Power (https://www.jmglimited.com/power) for diesel and gas generators, JMG Solar (https://www.jmglimited.com/solar) for renewable energy solutions, JMG Clima (https://www.jmglimited.com/clima) for cooling systems, JMG Elevator (https://www.jmglimited.com/elevator) for lifts and vertical transportation, JMG Electra (https://www.jmglimited.com/electra) for electrical infrastructure, and JMG Industrial (https://www.jmglimited.com/industrial) for air compressor solutions, JMG plays a critical role in everyday life, powering homes, buildings, and industries with reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible systems.…