Author: Lilian Azuh

The stage is set for another major chapter in African music as the International Executive Committee of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), in partnership with the African Union (AU), officially opens the entry portal for the 10th AFRIMA on October 11, 2026, inviting artistes, creative and music professionals across Africa and the Diaspora to submit their works for consideration for 10th AFRIMA, slated to hold from May 18–23, 2027, in Lagos, Nigeria. The entry portal opens on October 11, 2026 and will run until January 10, 2027, giving artistes, songwriters, producers, and other music professionals across Africa and the…

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The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has unveiled the Women’s Share Subscription Grant Initiative, a pioneering financial inclusion programme aimed at increasing women’s participation in Nigeria’s capital market through the ongoing Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP). The nationwide initiative is designed to support up to two million Nigerian women, with a special focus on low- and middle-income earners, as well as vulnerable women. Through the programme, ADF seeks to expand access to equity ownership, promote a culture of savings and long-term investing, and empower women with greater opportunities for wealth creation through responsible participation…

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– Milo®, Nescau® and Nesquik® will become Official Partners of the National Basketball Association® (NBA®).- The partnership will include activations across select NBA youth basketball development programs and platforms.- Multi-year agreement spans 21 markets across four continents and marks Nestlé’s largest international brand collaboration to date. Nestlé and the NBA are entering a new, multiyear international marketing partnership making Milo, Nescau and Nesquik Official Partners of the NBA. The agreement spans 21 markets across four continents, including Nigeria, and is designed to engage fans and inspire youth basketball participation around the world. In Nigeria, where Milo has supported youth basketball…

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BIC Nigeria has received two major honors at the 2026 Edge Awards, winning the Edge Outstanding Legacy Brand Award of the Decade (Corporate) and the Edge Outstanding Legacy Brand Award (Shaving Razor). The awards, presented at Marketing Edge’s Edge Awards Night on Friday, September 25, in Lagos, recognize the brand’s sustained equity and performance in Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods sector over the past decade, alongside the continued relevance of its shaving razor brand to Nigerian consumers. The double recognition reflects the longevity of BIC in Nigeria and the trust its brands have earned across generations of consumers. It also highlights…

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…Reinforces confidence in Nigeria’s future, responsible business practices and sustainable value creation Abuja, October 8, 2026: Japan Tobacco International (JTI) Nigeria has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Nigeria’s economic growth and development, emphasising its confidence in the country’s potential and its determination to continue contributing to a responsible and sustainable business environment. With 18 years of business operations in Nigeria, the company says its enduring presence reflects a strong commitment to the country, its people and the creation of sustainable value for stakeholders. The General Manager of JTI Nigeria, Mr Abdallah Simba, reiterated the company’s position while reflecting on Nigeria’s…

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Hydrogen Payment Services Company Limited, working with the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and its Education District III office, has concluded its inaugural AI4Learning Initiative, a practical education programme designed to help teachers and students understand and leverage Artificial Intelligence forlearning, teaching and everyday life. Held on 30 September 2026 in Victoria Island, Lagos, the initiative was designed specifically for secondary schools run by the Lagos State Government, reflecting Hydrogen’s commitment to supporting broader access to emerging technologies and creating opportunities for teachers and students within the public education system to build relevant AI skills. The initiative…

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