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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As Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence, leading lifestyle and culture publication Apples Bite Magazine, publisher Seunmanuel Faleye, has spotlighted the nation’s diversity as its most enduring strength, arguing that the country’s multiplicity of cultures, languages, and traditions continues to drive innovation and resilience in the face of contemporary challenges. In a special independence edition released this week, the magazine examined how Nigeria’s over 250 ethnic groups have collectively contributed to making the nation a continental powerhouse in entertainment, technology, commerce, and culture, despite persistent economic and security challenges. “Nigeria’s diversity is not merely a demographic fact; it is our…

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Pernod Ricard Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Pernod Ricard Group, the world’s leading wine and spirits company, proudly joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating the nation’s 65th Independence anniversary. Pernod Ricard Nigeria felicitates with Nigerians as the nation reflects on its resilience, shared history, and aspirations for a brighter future — a future shaped by the strength of its people, the richness of its culture, and the enduring spirit that continues to inspire generations. Michael Ehindero, Managing Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria, paid tribute to the vision and sacrifices of past leaders who laid the foundation for the country’s progress. He…

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Leadership of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASAN, Nigeria National Petroleum Company Ltd, NNPCL, Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum, NDMP, as well as the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, NUPRC, have all been evading the service of the Court Order, restraining them from embarking on their planned industrial action against Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE. A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, George Ibrahim, from Ogwu James Onoja Law Firm in Abuja, argued the application and secured the restraining order against the defendants on Monday. Justice Emmanuel Danjuma Subilim held that the balance of convenience was…

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As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, JMG Limited, a leading provider of integrated electro-mechanical and clean energy solutions, joins the nation in celebrating this milestone under the theme “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands-on Deck for a Greater Nation.” For over two decades, JMG has remained a trusted partner in powering homes, businesses, and industries through innovative, sustainable energy solutions that support economic growth and national development. Speaking ahead of the celebrations, the Company’s Group General Manager, Rabi Jammal, emphasized the importance of unity, resilience, and innovation in shaping Nigeria’s future. “This anniversary is not just a commemoration of our past triumphs; it…

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