Author: Nationalmonitor

The UEFA Champions League resumes, with the race for automatic qualification heating up. With only two rounds remaining, the top eight teams will progress directly to the Round of 16, while those finishing ninth to 24th face a two-legged play-off. All matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Arsenal sit comfortably clear at the top with a perfect record, but behind them, the table is congested. Just three points separate third from ninth, leaving clubs like Liverpool, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester City with little room for error. Tuesday: Pressure at the Summit Matchday 7 opens…

Nigeria’s retail lender, Unity Bank Plc, has launched an upgraded version of its mobile banking platform, Unifi, as part of ongoing efforts to improve customer experience on the Bank’s digital Banking platform and reinforce its proposition in ebusiness. The latest update, Unifi version 2.3, introduces a suite of improved features designed to enhance usability, security, and convenience for customers. Key upgrades include enhanced security protocols, expanded quick-action functionalities, improved bill payment options, and an updated Nigeria Quick Response (NQR) feature to support faster and more secure QR code transactions. A key aspect of the rollout builds on the Bank’s continued…

Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has announced an ambitious Vision 2030 strategy aimed at fast‑tracking Africa’s industrialisation, strengthening economic self‑sufficiency, and empowering the continent’s next generation. President of the Group, Aliko Dangote, reaffirmed that the company’s long‑term direction is focused on building Africa’s capacity to feed itself, power its economy, and develop its people sustainably. Revealing the Group’s expansion roadmap, Mr. Dangote stated that Dangote Cement is targeting an increase in its production capacity to approximately 90 million tonnes by 2030. He noted that this scale-up would position the company as one of the world’s most competitive cement producers. “Our ambition…

Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has successfully concluded the semi-final stage of the seventh edition of its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition, unveiling nine exceptional students who will compete at the grand finale of Nigeria’s most prestigious STEM contest. From an initial pool of over 18,000 registered senior secondary school students nationwide, the competition progressed through a rigorous computer-based qualifying test, producing 81 outstanding students drawn from across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. Following the preliminary rounds, 27 semi-finalists emerged, marking a major milestone in the journey toward the…

By Olawale Olurotimi Prophet Godwin Ikuru, founder of the Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry in Lagos State, has revealed plans to seek the governorship of Lagos State in the 2027 general election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an interaction with members of the press in Lagos, the cleric spoke highly of the performance of the incumbent governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, whom he described as a leader with strong knowledge of the state’s needs and structure. He noted that his observations over time have convinced him that Lagos is being led by someone who understands its complexity.…

The countdown to March 31, 2026, has officially entered its final stretch. While you might have seen headlines claiming only 19 banks have met the mark, the reality on the ground is much more dynamic. In fact, as of January 2026, we have seen a surge of compliance, with approximately 22 out of 34 banks now having their licenses “secured” under the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) new rules. If you are wondering where your money is or if your bank is safe, here is the fact-driven breakdown of the current banking landscape, correcting common misconceptions along the way. Recapitalised…

By Olawale Olurotimi The family of 17-year-old Amdi Ayomide has made a passionate appeal to the public for urgent financial support to help him continue life-saving treatment for Osteogenic Sarcoma, an aggressive form of bone cancer. Ayomide is currently receiving care at a private hospital in Ogun State, where medical experts have confirmed his diagnosis and commenced chemotherapy. According to the medical report, doctors have recommended an intensive treatment plan involving chemotherapy followed by surgery, stressing that prompt intervention is crucial to save his life and prevent further complications.The total cost of treatment is estimated at ₦12.3 million, comprising ₦2.8…

 AVCA – the African Private Capital Association, today announced the launch of its Gender Diversity in African Private Capital report. Covering 218 private capital investors, 3,099 private capital employees and 1,972 portfolio companies, the study is one of the most extensive mappings to date, providing a first-of-its-kind, Africa-focused analysis of how gender leadership influences investment behaviour and outcomes. According to the report, women account for 38% of investment professionals and 33% of investment committee members in Africa, exceeding the global averages of 35% and 12% respectively. In addition, women represent 44% of the total workforce and 32% of board members across African…

The Senator representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, Senator (Dr.) Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, CON, FCTI, FCA, FFPI – fondly known as Yayi, has sent a heartfelt commemorative message to the families of the fallen heroes of the Nigerian Army as the nation marks the Armed Forces Remembrance Day. In a statement titled “Armed Forces Remembrance Day,” personally e-signed and made available to the media by Senator Adeola, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations and Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, he paid glowing tribute to Nigeria’s gallant service personnel. “As we commemorate Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day,…

L-R: President/CE, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote; Overall Winner, Otunba Kazeem Olayemi Odeyeyiwa, MD/CEO Kazab Heritage Limited and his wife, Chief Mrs Adesola Odeyeyiwa; Chairman, Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh at the Dangote Cement Plc 2025 Customer Award Night and Celebration, in Lagos on Wednesday. …Announces expansion of Cement Production capacity to 90 Million Tonnes L-R: Group Executive Director, Commercial Operations, Dangote Industries Limited, Fatima Aliko Dangote;  2nd runner-up award of Top National Distributor, Chief Akukalia Ikwueme, CEO, Nwa Ado Multi Biz Limited, with his wife, Mrs Chizoba Ikwueme; President/CE, Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote; Chairman, Dangote Cement Plc, Emmanuel Ikazoboh, at the…