L-R: Mike Okudah, Deputy Director (Port Food), Port Inspection Directorate, NAFDAC; Bode Omosagba, Operations Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria; Dr. Olakunle Olaniran, Director, Port Inspection Directorate, NAFDAC; Nnenna Duru, Corporate Affairs Manager, Pernod Ricard Nigeria; and Ayankop Ayankop, Deputy Director, Director’s Office, NAFDAC, during a courtesy visit by Pernod Ricard Nigeria’s leadership team to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Lagos on Tuesday, 23 June 2026. Pernod Ricard Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to consumer protection and the fight against counterfeiting through strengthened collaboration with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control…
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L-R: Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande (left), Head of Public Policy, Anglophone West Africa, Connectivity and Innovation Policy Manager, Meta Africa, Mrs Sola Dada (middle) and DG NITDA’s rep, Ag. Director, DLCB department, Dr Ahmed Tambuwal at the event recently. As part of broader efforts to build a digitally inclusive economy and enhance trust in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening youth online safety and digital literacy through strategic collaboration with Meta, This commitment was reiterated by the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, during the Youth…
The leadership of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and NLNG have reaffirmed recommitment to deepen the existing close collaboration between the agencies, towards enhancing in-country value addition from operations of the gas processing and marketing company, for the benefit of the Nigerian economy. This renewed commitment was made on Wednesday when the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NLNG, Engr. Adeleye Falade paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Secretary, NCDMB, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe at the Board’s liaison office in Lagos. Falade speaking during the visit, said the company remains focused on deepening Nigerian Content,…
Nigeria took a significant industrial step last weekend as Ministers of Power Joseph Tegbe, Steel Development Prince Abubakar Audu, Industry Sen John Owan Enoh, Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, and the leadership of Abuja Steel Mills Limited broke ground on what will become the largest solar-power project in Sub-Saharan Africa to power an industrial park, including a steel plant. The ceremony, which included the formal handover of 500 hectares of Niger State land to Abuja Steel Mills, a subsidiary of the African Industries Group — marked the beginning of a project that carries implications well beyond the steel sector.…
Nigeria took a significant industrial step last weekend as Ministers of Power Joseph Tegbe, Steel Development Prince Abubakar Audu, Industry Sen John Owan Enoh, Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, and the leadership of Abuja Steel Mills Limited broke ground on what will become the largest solar-power project in Sub-Saharan Africa to power an industrial park, including a steel plant. The ceremony, which included the formal handover of 500 hectares of Niger State land to Abuja Steel Mills, a subsidiary of the African Industries Group — marked the beginning of a project that carries implications well beyond the steel sector.…
The Management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has noted with concern the circulation of unfounded and misleading claims suggesting that its petroleum products are exported to Lomé and subsequently re-imported into Nigeria. The company in a statement stated that, as a matter of policy, the Company does not ordinarily engage with baseless and unsubstantiated allegations. However, in the interest of transparency and to set the record straight, Management considers it necessary to address this deliberate misinformation. Management states unequivocally that the allegation is not supported by verifiable trade data, commercial logic, or the operational realities of Dangote Refinery. A…
L-R: Relationship Manager, Fidelity Bank Plc, Murtala Muhammed Road Branch, Kano, Victor Ngwu; Export Management Programme (EMP 19) participant, Abayomi Adewuyi; Facilitator, Gemma Ejiofor; Senior Fellow and Head, Department of Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources Mgt., Lagos Business School (LBS), Dr. Uche Attoh; Director, Export Management Programme, LBS, Prof. Frank Ojadi; and Team Lead, Export & Agriculture, Fidelity Bank Plc, Emmanuel Nwalor, during the closing ceremony of the 19th edition of the Fidelity Bank Export Management Programme (EMP 19) held recently at Lagos Business School, Lagos. Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic diversification agenda through…
By Seun Oyediran, Director, Merchant Lending The Nigerian economic landscape is defined by the resilience of its micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). From the high-traffic supermarkets of Lagos to the critical distribution hubs supporting the hinterlands, millions of entrepreneurs drive our domestic commerce. Yet, a recurring theme persists in our boardroom discussions and macroeconomic reviews: the “missing middle.” While demand remains robust across various sectors, limited access to financing remains one of the several constraints affecting SME growth, effectively putting a limit on how much the country’s economy can grow. The data provided by the Small and Medium Enterprises…
Represetative of Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the DG NITDA, Barrister Emmanuel Edet, Ag. Director, Regulation and Compliance Department, delivering a remark at the AI Summit Nigeria 2026. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to establishing Nigeria as a frontrunner in Africa’s artificial intelligence economy, emphasizing that the country’s digital future relies heavily on responsible AI adoption, digital sovereignty, and homegrown innovation. NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, speaking at the AI Summit Nigeria 2026, described AI as a transformative force capable of revolutionising every economic sector. His insights were delivered by Barr. Emmanuel Edet, NITDA’s Acting Director…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ALI B! Today, we celebrate a living legend, a trailblazer, and a man whose name has become synonymous with comedy excellence in Nigeria and beyond. For decades, Ali Baba has been the undisputed King of Comedy, opening doors, creating opportunities, and inspiring generations of comedians who proudly walk the path he revolutionized. His wit, intelligence, and uncommon creativity have not only entertained millions but have also elevated comedy into a respected and thriving profession. Beyond the laughter and the spotlight is a man with a heart of gold – a loyal friend, likeable family man, and a proud…