Author: Nationalmonitor

The Lagos State House of Assembly has said it is considering a Railway Corporation bill for a body that would oversee the daily running of the train and related infrastructure in the state.The Speaker of the Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, the Majority Leader of the House, Noheem Adams and the chairman of the transport committee of the House, Adewale Temitope, made the position known on Wednesday at a stakeholders’ meeting.According to them, the bill aims to strengthen the state’s transport infrastructure and improve the efficiency in the transportation sector.In his remarks, Obasa, who was represented by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mojisola…

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mohamed Ndarani, SAN has called for the investigation of all retired Chief Executive Officers and Directors in MDAs as well as public office holders ahead of the 2027 general elections.Ndarani who made the call at a news briefing on Wednesday in Abuja said the call was necessary as another set of elections and the accompanying electioneering campaigning are practically around already.He suggested that retired civil servants should be barred from contesting for any elective positions for at least one year to give the anti-corruption agencies the opportunity to investigate them. “People with political ambitions are…

Dangote Industries Limited has once again reaffirmed its dominance as Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand, emerging at the top of the Top 50 Brands Nigeria 2025 ranking for the eighth consecutive year. The latest report, now in its 13th edition, highlights the most admired and resilient brands powering Nigeria’s economy. Dangote achieved a Brand Strength Measurement (BSM) Index of 86.3, maintaining its position as Africa’s leading industrial conglomerate and the most trusted brand in Nigeria. This recognition echoes the Group’s consistent commitment to industrial excellence, innovation, and impact across key sectors such as cement, sugar, salt, fertiliser, and now, petroleum refining.…

For decades, Greece has charmed travellers with its ancient history, postcard islands, and Mediterranean lifestyle. But today, beyond Santorini sunsets and Mykonos beaches, the country is carving out a new reputation as one of Europe’s hottest real estate and residency destinations.With its stable EU membership, strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, and a real estate market gaining international attention, Greece is attracting a growing wave of investors, including many from Nigeria who see real estate as a gateway to Europe, lifestyle benefits, and financial returns.Greece: A Market on the RiseAfter a decade of reforms and recovery,…

Mantrac Nigeria, the sole authorized Caterpillar dealer in Nigeria, has officially launched its state-of-the-art Digital Service Centre in Ikeja, Lagos. This strategic investment marks a transformative milestone in Mantrac’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric service, setting a new benchmark in remote diagnostics, technical support, and equipment uptime across Nigeria and the wider West African region. The facility serves as a remote command centre, enabling expert support for hundreds of customer sites across diverse industries—from mining and construction to oil & gas and agriculture. Equipped with advanced diagnostic technology, high-speed connectivity, and a dedicated team of certified engineers and technical advisors,…

…Commissions new Catechists into LAGC Some of the Newly Catechists Commissioned with His Grace, The Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins, The Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, at the Lagos Catechists Archdiocesan Guild of Catechists (LAGC) 2025 Catechists Day /Jubilee year of hope Celebrations, St Dominic Chaotic Church Yaba on Sunday 12 October 2025.  The Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, His Grace and Most Rev. Dr Alfred Adewale Martins, has urged leaders across Nigeria to prioritise effective governance over politicking by focusing on delivering tangible results that improve the lives of the citizens. Some of the…

L-R:GMD/CEO, Nigerian Exchange Group, Mr. Temi Popoola; Group Managing Director/CEO, Zenith Bank Plc, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON; Chairman and Founder, Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR; Group Chairman, Nigerian Exchange Group, Alhaji (Dr.) Umaru Kwairanga; Director General, Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama; CEO, Nigerian Exchange (NGX), Mr. Jude Chiemeka; and CEO, Central Securities Clearing System Plc, Mr. Haruna Jalo-Waziri at the Closing Gong Ceremony of the Nigerian Exchange Limited, yesterday. Zenith Bank Plc’s Founder and Chairman, Dr. Jim Ovia, CFR, accompanied by the bank’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025,…

Trois Sitini has been named the EDGE Outstanding Emerging Integrated Marketing Agency of the Year, cementing its reputation as one of Nigeria’s fastest-rising creative powerhouses. The award celebrates the agency’s bold, results-driven campaigns that merge creativity, data, and cultural insight. In just a few years, Trois Sitini has delivered some of the country’s most talked-about brand moments. Trois Sitini’s impressive portfolio includes standout campaigns such as the TECNO Camon 40 Launch, which positioned the device as a lifestyle statement through a cross-channel rollout; the YouID Campaign, a multi-layered initiative that achieved over 100,000 downloads within its first three months; and…

L – R: Seye Otite, Media Relations Officer; Tolulope Rojaiye, Team Member, Brand & Communications Division; Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand & Communications; Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director/Chief Operations and Information Officer (all of Fidelity Bank Plc); Christopher Bajowa, President, Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria; and Omonsegho Ibironke, Team Lead, Events and Business Promotions, Fidelity Bank Plc; at the BusinessDay Bank and Other Financial Institutions’(BAFI) Awards 2025 where Fidelity Bank bagged the awards for the Best Bank for Export & Trade Finance and Most Innovative Bank of the Year recently. Fidelity Bank’s market leadership has been affirmed once again as…

Zenith Bank Plc, on Friday, October 10, 2025, made good on its promise as it paid a total interim dividend of N51.3 billion to its shareholders for the Half Year (H1) 2025, at N1.25 per share. This significant payout represents over 60% increase from the N31.4 billion paid in H1 2024, demonstrating the bank’s commitment and enhanced capacity to continually generate value for its shareholders amidst a challenging macroeconomic environment.The dividend payment comes on the heels of the bank’s audited financial results for the half-year ended June 30, 2025, released to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) in September 2025, which showcased…