L-R, : Adviser to the Head of State of the Republic of Congo, Peggy Ndongo;President/CE, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director , Société nationale des pétroles du Congo (SNPC) Maixent Raool Ominga;Group Vice President Oil & Gas, Dangote Industries Limited, Devakumar Edwin; During the visit to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals,Lekki Lagos recently Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has reported a sharp increase in investor subscriptions as its landmark Initial Public Offering (IPO) enters its final days, with retail and institutional investors accelerating participation ahead of the closing date of 27 October 2026. The company confirms that the…
Author: Lilian Azuh
Students of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) are set for three days of music, live entertainment and talent discovery as Soundcity OnTour arrives on campus from October 26 to 28, powered by Bigi and Fearless Energy Drink. Following its recent stop at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), the tour continues its journey across Nigerian universities, bringing students together through music and creating a platform for aspiring artistes to showcase their talent. A major highlight is the Bigi Music auditions, which will give aspiring campus musicians the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and compete for a ₦1 million prize…
The recent marketing exploration by the MD/CEO of Rite Foods Limited has demonstrated how everyday moments can inspire creative brand communication, following a birthday appreciation message from its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Seleem Adegunwa, which transformed a personal expression of gratitude into an opportunity for brand storytelling. According to media reviews, the creative appreciation message from the Rite Foods boss took an unconventional approach to acknowledging the goodwill and birthday wishes Adegunwa received. Featuring a playful caricature of the CEO holding a bottle of LIDA Malt, Rite Foods’ recently introduced non-alcoholic malt beverage, the visual combined humour, warmth…
Zenith Bank Plc is set to host the sixth edition of its flagship technology event, Zenith Bank Tech Fair 2026: Future Forward 6.0, on Thursday, November 5, 2026, under the theme, “AI: Embrace or Extinct.” Renowned for its scale and showcase of technological innovation, the annual Tech Fair has evolved into a platform for connecting ideas, talent and opportunities. Over the years, the event has brought togethertechnology leaders, entrepreneurs, and young innovators to explore emerging technologies, showcase solutions and examine the future of the digital economy. Conceived by the Bank’s Founder, Jim Ovia, CFR, the initiative reflects his vision of…
… targets 70% Nigerian workforce as AI accelerates local engineering expertise Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is set to become the first industrial facility to deploy Honeywell Technologies’ newly launched artificial intelligence platform, in a major technological advancement projected to deliver more than $60 million in annual gross operational benefits at full refining capacity. The deployment of the platform, known as Forge Plant Cognition, will position the Lekki-based refinery at the forefront of AI-driven industrial operations, combining Honeywell Technologies’ process engineering expertise with NVIDIA’s artificial intelligence capabilities and Dell Technologies’ computing infrastructure to improve refining efficiency, maximise output and strengthen…
Nigerian singer, Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, aka Zlatan and Davita Lamai (wife) looking stunning in their second outfit playing homage to Zlatan’s Yoruba culture. On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Zlatan finally tied the knot with his longtime partner, Davita, in a wedding ceremony taking place in Lagos. The event, tagged #DTTheUnion, has taken over social media as fans and friends celebrate the happy couple on their special day. Top Nigerian celebrities also graced the event. #Beautifulcouple #Yorubaculture
…Commission’s anti-corruption, preventive and enforcement roles receive independent acknowledgement The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has received fresh recognition for its institutional performance following an independent assessment by a Coalition of Civil Society Organisations, which identified the Commission and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) among the notable performers in public accountability and service delivery. The assessment, presented at a civil society roundtable in Lagos, examined selected Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government, focusing on transparency, institutional efficiency, accountability and measurable contributions to public service delivery. According to a report published by NewsNowOnline…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) over the weekend responded to a devastating road traffic incident at Mile 2, by Freeman Market, inward Apapa, in which a mother and her child lost their lives following the overturning of two heavily laden 20-foot containerized trucks. The harrowing incident left both victims trapped beneath the overturned trucks and their massive containerised cargoes, sustaining catastrophic injuries that rendered their remains unrecognisable. The tragedy underscores the grave and often irreversible consequences of road traffic incidents involving heavy-duty articulated vehicles, particularly when laden containers become implicated in fatal collisions. LASTMA’s rescue and recovery personnel…
Speaking at YouTube PluggedIN in Lagos, Babatunde Olaifa calls for collaborations built around shared ambitions and investment Brands need to move beyond using creators primarily to gain audience attention and build partnerships around shared ambitions, investment and original ideas, Babatunde Olaifa, Group Chief Executive Officer of Insight Redefini, has said. He made the remarks at YouTube PluggedIN in Lagos on Thursday, October 22, where brands, creators and agencies gathered to discuss new opportunities for collaboration in Nigeria’s growing creator economy. Olaifa said brand-creator relationships needed to evolve beyond the pursuit of audience attention towards partnerships in which both sides understand each other’s ambitions and invest in ideas that create value for everyone involved. “I think brand-creator partnerships need to move from where they are right now, where brands are interested in accessing attention from creators. It needs to move to a place where they both understand each other’s aspirations. Brands can come in with the investment they need,” he said. His remarks reflected a broader conversation about how brands can approach creator partnerships as long-term relationships rather than isolated marketing campaigns, giving both parties room to contribute ideas, invest in original content and build projects with lasting value. The discussion also highlighted the changing relationship between creators and brands. According to the Chief Operating Officer of Insight Redefini, Tunde Shobanjo, creators now have greater access to brands than they did when traditional television was a primary route for reaching large audiences. This shift has created new opportunities for creators to establish commercial relationships with brands, while giving businesses access to audiences and storytelling formats beyond conventional media channels. However, the opportunity also places greater importance on how both sides structure their relationships, from identifying shared objectives to providing the investment and creative support needed to bring ideas to life. The conversations formed part of the panel session, “Beyond the Post: What Brands Really Want to Build with Creators,” which examined how brands can work with creators as creative partners, storytellers and contributors to original intellectual property. Hosted by Bisola Aiyeola, the event brought together celebrities and other industry stakeholders to explore the future of brand-creator collaboration. Through its partnership with Woof Studios Africa, Insight Redefini is creating opportunities for brands and creators to discuss the commercial potential of the creator economy and how stronger partnerships can support the development of original content.
L-R Oluwatomi Faniran (Head of Marketing JMG), Fouad El Chami (Plant Manager), Samiat Keshinro (Fundraising Officer,Lagos Food Bank), Christian Kozma (Chief Operating Officer), Dr. Michael Sunbola (Executive Director, Lagos Food Bank), Ibeziako Gloria (Chief HR Officer), Anthonia Ogunsanya (Customer Support Manager. A business’s contribution to society goes beyond the products and services it offers; it is also reflected in the difference it makes in the lives of people and communities. This commitment came to life on 17 October 2026, when JMG Limited partnered with the Lagos Food Bank Initiative to provide food assistance to over 400 women in Majidun, Ikorodu,…