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L-R: Former President of NCCIMA Dr. Bisi Adeniyi, General Manager, Government Relations Dangote Group, Hashem Ahmed, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Helen William Umar and President of NCIMMA, Suleiman Liman, at the opening of the 22nd edition of the Niger National Trade Fair in Minna, Niger State…Thursday. …Dangote Sponsors Trade Fair Governor Muhammed Umaru Bago has declared that Niger State is open for business for the Dangote Group and other players in the Organised Private Sector (OPS)c. Speaking while declaring open the Trade Fair yesterday, the governor said the state is endowed with abundant…

By Hon Isah Media Team In a move that has energized supporters across Owan Federal Constituency, Hon. Abdul Kudus Isah has officially picked the National Democratic Congress, NDC, nomination form to contest for the House of Representatives seat. The development marks a significant step in Hon. Isah’s political journey and signals his readiness to take his grassroots-driven campaign to the next level. Known for his consistent engagement with the people at the ward level, he has built his reputation on accessibility, youth empowerment, and people-centered representation. Speaking after obtaining the form, Hon. Isah expressed gratitude to party faithful and community…

L-R: Solape Hammond, CEO, Produce for Lagos/Lead, Partnerships Sub-Committee, Invest in Lagos Summit 3.0; Dr. Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji, Co-Chair, Technical and Programme, Invest in Lagos Summit 3.0; Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Lagos State/Co-Chair, Invest in Lagos Summit 3.0; Sam Egube, Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State/Co-Chair, Invest in Lagos Summit 3.0; and Gbenga Omotoso, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos State, at a press conference to announce the Invest in Lagos Summit 3.0 in Lagos…on Tuesday. The Lagos State Government has unveiled plans for the third edition of the Invest Lagos Summit,…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has dismantled a syndicate involved in the vandalism, theft and recycling of critical national infrastructure, including railway tracks, NNPC pipelines and water board installations, with no fewer than 12 suspects arrested. The National Public Relations Officer of the corps, ACC Babawale Afolabi, disclosed this during a briefing on Wednesday in Kaduna. Afolabi, represented by the Deputy Public Relations Officer, SC Terzungwe Orndiir, said the operation followed a viral video showing massive vandalisation of newly laid Kaduna-Kano rail tracks and existing railway infrastructure in the northern part of the country. He said the…

Picture this: it is payday, and you need to transfer money to a loved one or pay a utility bill. In the past, that meant rushing to the bank, standing in long queues, and hoping you’d finish before closing time. For many Nigerians, this was the reality: time-consuming, stressful, and inconvenient. But times have changed. In today’s digital era, mobile banking has become more than a convenience, it is a necessity. With mobile banking apps, you can manage your finances securely, instantly, and from anywhere. That’s where FirstMobile, FirstBank’s official mobile app, comes in. Designed with customers in mind, it…

By Uwadiae Osadiaye, Head of Alternative Investments, FirstCap LimitedIn a move that has sent ripples through global energy markets, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on April 28, 2026, that it will formally withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the broader OPEC+ alliance effective May 1. The UAE, one of OPEC’s largest and most capable producers with output around 3.2–3.6 million barrels per day (bpd) and significant spare capacity, cited national interests and the need for production flexibility amid the ongoing energy crisis linked to Iran-related disruptions.This departure marks a historic fracture in the nearly…

Adedayo Amzat, Group Managing Director of Zedcrest, flanked by his wife, Taibat Amzat, the Zedcrest Board of Directors, and friends during his 40th birthday celebration and the commissioning of Building in Chaos. Adedayo Amzat, the Group Managing Director of leading financial services firm, Zedcrest Group, has officially commissioned a memoir, Building in Chaos: From Sawdust to Green Rugs, at his 40th birthday celebration held in Lagos. The milestone event brought together family, friends, captains of industry, business leaders, media personalities, and other distinguished guests to commemorate a defining personal milestone while celebrating the release of a book that captures the…

​By Olawale Olurotimi Hon. Abdulkudus Isah, a successful entrepreneur in the supply of granites, sharp sand, and oil and gas, is trading the boardroom for the political arena. Isah recently explained that his transition into politics is a natural evolution of his long-standing commitment to community service. Having already used his private business to mentor and empower young millionaires, he believes the legislative branch is the next logical step to broaden his impact on the Owan people. ​The aspirant emphasized that his business philosophy—honesty and tangible results—will be the cornerstone of his political career. “I am a man of my…

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has formally presented the Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, to stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun West as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election in the state. Governor Abiodun, alongside the State Chairman of the party, Chief Yemi Sanusi, and members of the party’s state executive committee, made the presentation on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 during a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Asade Agunloye Pavilion, Empire Ground, Ilaro, in Yewa South Local Government Area. Speaking at the event, Governor Abiodun said the decision…

FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited (“FMDQ Exchange” or the “Exchange”) is pleased to announce the approval and listing of NBET Finance Company PLC (“NBET Finance” or the “Issuer”) ₦300.00 Billion 7-Year 17.50% Series 1 Tranche A Fixed Rate Bond and ₦201.02 Billion 7-Year 17.50% Series 1 Tranche B Fixed Rate Bond (together, the “Bonds”) under its ₦4.00 Trillion Multi-Instrument Issuance Programme on its platform. With an aggregate issuance size of ₦501.02 Billion, this landmark transaction ranks among the largest single bond listing on FMDQ Exchange, highlighting the depth and resilience of the Nigerian debt markets. This approval by the Exchange’s Board Listings and Markets Committee further reinforces FMDQ Exchange’s…