Author: Nationalmonitor

Zenith Bank Plc is set to launch the maiden edition of its Girl-Child Empowerment Programme, an initiative aimed at inspiring young girls to dream boldly, develop the skills and confidence to pursue their aspirations, and prepare for meaningful opportunities in the future. The event, themed “Banking On Her Tomorrow,” is the brainchild of the Bank’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, the first female GMD/CEO in Zenith Bank’s history and a strong advocate for girl-child education and empowerment. The event will be held virtually on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., a day after the…

L – R: Kevin Ugwuoke, Executive Director, Risk Management; Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director/Chief Operations and Information Officer; Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer; Amaka Onwughalu, Chairman, Board of Directors; Ezinwa Unuigboje, Company Secretary; Henry Obih, Independent Non-Executive Director; and Ken Opara, Executive Director, Lagos and Southwest; (all of Fidelity Bank Plc) at the Bank’s 38th Annual General Meeting which held in Lagos and virtually recently. Shareholders of Fidelity Bank Plc have lauded the Bank’s Board and Management for strengthening its capital base, improving asset quality and sustaining earnings growth despite a challenging operating environment. The shareholders expressed their support at…

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has elected Dr. Ifeanyi Eric Okoye,OFR, mni, as its 12th President at its just-concluded 54th Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday, 7th October 2026 at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lagos. He succeeds Otunba Francis Meshioye, OFR, who completed his four-year tenure. Dr. Okoye is the Chief Executive Officer of Juhel Nigeria Limited, a wholly indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturing company headquartered in Enugu, Enugu State. Ifeanyi Eric Okoye holds a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) with a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and an M.Sc. and PhD in Pharmaceutical…

The Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1 are back in domestic action this weekend following the international break, with several title contenders and European hopefuls facing important tests. Liverpool host unbeaten Man City in the Premier League, while Real Madrid and Barcelona also face challenging fixtures in Spain. There is plenty more action across Italy and France as the European club season gathers pace. United-Spurs, Liverpool-Man City Set for Big Premier League Tests The Premier League resumes after the international break with two major clashes leading the weekend. Man United host Tottenham on Saturday at 5:30pm, with…

For many smartphone users, the difference between a frustrating phone and one that feels good to use comes down to the everyday details: how smoothly the screen moves, how clearly you can see it outdoors, how easily you can switch between apps, how loud the speakers are and how long the battery lasts.​ The new Infinix SMART 20 HD is designed around those everyday experiences, bringing a combination of smooth display performance, enhanced audio, AI-powered tools, durability and connectivity to the SMART Series.​ At the centre of the experience is a 6.7-inch display with up to a 120Hz refresh rate.…

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the Lagos edition of its Quarterly Business Forum, bringing together entrepreneurs, industry experts and key stakeholders to explore strategies for building competitive and sustainable businesses.Themed “Built to Compete: Positioning Lagos Businesses for Sustainable Growth,” the forum will examine the opportunities and challenges within Lagos’s dynamic business environment. Discussions will focus on competitiveness, access to finance, market expansion, innovation, digital transformation and sustainable growth.Speaking ahead of the event, Ugochi E. Osinigwe, Divisional Head, SME Banking, Fidelity Bank Plc, said the forum would enable the Bank to engage entrepreneurs and better understand…

Johnnie Walker AfroExchange brought its celebration of African creativity to Supremacy Concert 10 on Saturday, October 3, as Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal, Kizz Daniel took the stage at Eko Convention Centre, Lagos. The tenth edition of the concert brought together music from different periods of Nigeria’s contemporary sound, giving the platform a fitting setting to explore how artists, influences and genres continue to meet and shape the culture. Tiwa Savage performed Koroba, Lova Lova and more alongside female dancers, while Wande Coal appeared in an orange double-breasted suit and took the audience back with Pere, a nostalgic favourite from his…

Anniversary promotion begins 5 October, the day the airline’s first Boeing 737NG enters passenger service To celebrate four years of flying, ValueJet is giving back to the customers who have supported the airline since its first flight, with daily ticket giveaways and a Grand Prize that will take two winners to Accra or Banjul. From 5 to 10 October 2026, four customers will be selected daily to win a complimentary ValueJet ticket. From 5 to 31 October 2026, two Grand Prize winners will each win an all-expenses-paid getaway for themselves and a companion, with one winner travelling to Accra and…

L-R: Branch Leader, Fidelity Bank Plc, Uromi, Joseph Ero; Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Edo State, Jerry Uwangue; and Team Lead, CSR, Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Abuka; at the Fidelity Food Bank distribution event held at Udomi, Irrua, in Esan Central Local Government Area, Edo State recently. As part of its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and boosting food security across Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc has distributed essential food supplies to more than 2,500 beneficiaries across eight communities in Uromi, Irrua, Edo State, under its Fidelity Food Bank initiative. The intervention, held at the Uromi Town Hall in Esan…

The Public Affairs Correspondents Association of Nigeria (PACAN), the umbrella body of journalists covering politics, current affairs, governance and public policy, has called for greater accountability, transparency and clear policy direction in governance. The association made the call through its President, Mr Idris Tele-Olukoya, during a live interview on Radio One 104.5 FM, Lagos, on Wednesday, anchored by Mr Boye Akintola. Tele-Olukoya said good governance must be built on accountability and transparency, stressing that government policies should prioritise the welfare of citizens. He discussed the impact of fuel subsidy removal, the importance of political candidates’ manifestos and the need for…