Author: Lilian Azuh

On Friday, September 27, the skies over Lagos opened with rain, steady, inconvenient, and for many, discouraging. But for the people of Access Holdings and Access Bank, its flagship subsidiary, it was just another obstacle on the path to making history. By midday, the clouds gave way to a blazing sun, harsh and unrelenting. Yet, beneath that heat, hundreds of employees stood firm in colorful traditional attire, forming something unprecedented: a living map of Nigeria, shaped not by drones or graphics, but by people. It was a visual spectacle and demonstration of resilience, coordination, and shared purpose. The scene captured…

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Japan Tobacco International (JTI) Nigeria joins millions of citizens and well-wishers in celebrating Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. At JTI, we are proud to be part of this great nation, contributing to its growth and development. On this milestone occasion, we reflect on Nigeria’s remarkable journey over the past 65 years and look forward with optimism to the future, underpinned by our continued commitment to support the country’s aspirations. For more than 17 years, JTI has invested in Nigeria, creating employment opportunities and building an inclusive workplace that reflects the country’s diversity. Speaking on the significance of the occasion, Abdallah Simba, General Manager…

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Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s market leader in the food and beverage industry, joins millions of citizens in celebrating the nation’s 65th Independence anniversary, themed “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands-on Deck for a Greater Nation.” The day not only commemorates the country’s hard-won freedom from colonial rule but also reflects the shared spirit of unity and progress. Staying true to its promise of refreshing moments, Rite Foods continues to delight consumers with an unrivalled portfolio of iconic brands that set the pace across their market segments. As a company deeply rooted in the Nigerian story, Rite Foods continues to energize and refresh consumers…

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…Sterling Bank Gifts Nigerians on Independence Day Sterling Bank has once again redefined the boundaries of customerfirst banking in Nigeria by scrapping Account Maintenance Fees (AMF) across all personal accounts. Just months after abolishing transfer fees on local online transactions in April 2025, the bank has dismantled yet another long-standing industry practice, cementing its role as the nation’s leading force for transparent, fair, and customer-focused banking. This decision cuts at the heart of a revenue model that has long cost Nigerian customers dearly. In 2024 alone, tier-1 banks raked in over ₦650 billion from account maintenance and e-banking charges. Sterling’s move…

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