World Bank appoints Aliko Dangote to Elite Group
World Bank appoints Aliko Dangote to Elite Group …Tasks him to drive Investment and job creations in emerging economies Ajay Banga, President of World Bank Group and Aliko Dangote, President/Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Limited The President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has been appointed to the World Bank’s Private Sector Investment Lab, joining a select group of global business leaders tasked with driving investment and job creation in emerging economies. In a statement confirming his acceptance, the Africa…
Stanbic IBTC Bank Supports GTR West Africa 2025 To Strengthen Regional Commerce
Stanbic IBTC Bank Supports GTR West Africa 2025 To Strengthen Regional Commerce Stanbic IBTC Bank, a leading financial institution committed to driving economic growth in Nigeria and beyond, has announced its strategic sponsorship of GTR West Africa 2025, the region's premier annual gathering for trade finance, supply chain, and export financing experts. The event, which is set to take place on April 24-25, 2025, at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, is themed: “Financing growth in West Africa’s trade epicentre”. This landmark event is cr…
Union Bank's Edu360 Initiative Fuels Future Stars at Greensprings Football Academy
Union Bank's Edu360 Initiative Fuels Future Stars at Greensprings Football Academy L-R: Bukola Ayeni, Lead External Communications, Union Bank of Nigeria; West Bromwich Albion Football Club coaches; Mrs Lai Koiki, Founder and CEO, Greensprings School and participants of the 11th Greensprings Football Camp sponsored by Union Bank of Nigeria under its Edu360 initiative at the school's Awoyaya campus in Lekki, Lagos recently . Lagos, Nigeria - Union Bank has again demonstrated its commitment to youth development and quality education by…
Anticipation builds as Wema Bank clocks 80 in 8 days.
Anticipation builds as Wema Bank clocks 80 in 8 days. All roads lead to Lagos on May 2nd 2025, when Wema Bank, Nigeria's oldest indigenous bank, leading innovative bank and pioneer of Africa's first fully digital bank, ALAT, will be marking its 80th anniversary in grand style, in Lagos, the city where it all started. Founded on May 2nd 1945 as Agbonmagbe Bank Limited, Wema Bank was established by the Late Chief Matthew Adekoya Okupe and two others—his wife, Regina Adekoya Okupe and a family friend, Reverend Alade. In an era where the b…
Meet Joseph Onosolease, also known as PJO, the next chairman of Somolu Local Government Council
Meet Joseph Onosolease, also known as PJO, the next chairman of Somolu Local Government Council ...A forward-thinking visionary leader for Somolu's transformation Meet Joseph Onosolease, also known as PJO, the next chairman of Somolu Local Government Council ...A forward-thinking visionary leader for Somolu's transformation ~By Oluwaseun Fabiyi *What is Honorable Pastor Joseph Onosolease's position in Somolu, Bariga Lagos politics?* Pastor Joseph Onosolease, also known as PJO, enjoys a reputation for exemplary character, integri…
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Soludo Assures Anambra Indigenes in the UK of a Homeland of Opportunities
Soludo Assures Anambra Indigenes in the UK of a Homeland of Opportunities …With Guaranteed Security Governor Charles Soludo and First Lady, Mrs Nonye Soludo of Anambra State at the Diaspora-TOWNHALL meeting in EU/UK for presentation of 3-year scorecard in London. In consolidation of his administration's three years in office and continuation of the town hall meeting and engagement with the people of Anambra State, Governor Charles Soludo, on Monday, May 21, 2025, held the United Kingdom (UK) phase of the Anambra Community meeting, where he…
Soludo Presentation of Score Card To EU/UK Ndi Anambra is a Dialogue in Accountability - Christian Aburime
Soludo Presentation of Score Card To EU/UK Ndi Anambra is a Dialogue in Accountability - Christian Aburime If charity, as they say, begins at home, then accountability as a governance virtue must also be shown first at home before being trumpeted to the world. Since last month, when his administration clocked three years, the Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has been regaling Ndi Anambra with reports of his scintillating performance. From Awka to Lagos and Abuja, the tireless governor has been reporting and …
Commander of Anambra Security Network Refutes Erroneous Media Report on Security Personnel
Commander of Anambra Security Network Refutes Erroneous Media Report on Security Personnel The Commander of the Anambra State Agunaechemba Joint Security Task Force and Special Adviser to Governor Charles Soludo on Security, Chief Ken Emekayi, has refuted the wrong report in the media that he said members of the State security network, comprising Agunaechemba and Operation Udo Ga-Achi, are criminals, as against the framework of their operations. While speaking to news men on Monday in Akwa, Anambra State, Chief Emekayi said the report was misl…
Julius Berger is bringing positive development to Warri – Residents
Julius Berger is bringing positive development to Warri – Residents We’re making tremendous progress, says Project Manager Residents, business owners and community leaders in Warri-Effurun have expressed confidence in the transformation taking place through the Warri/Effurun Roads and Flyovers Project. Many believe that the project will deliver lasting benefits, easing traffic congestion and unlocking economic opportunities. Their expressed enthusiasm came just as the Project Manager, Thomas Haug informed that tremendous progress was being mad…
Data-Driven Trends: Telecoms, Banks, and Mobility Brands Dominate Q1 2025 Media Performance Charts
Data-Driven Trends: Telecoms, Banks, and Mobility Brands Dominate Q1 2025 Media Performance Charts Following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s directive to harmonize exchange rates and the subsequent spike in the dollar-to-naira rate—reaching over ₦1,600/$1 in official markets— Nigeria’s commercial banking, ride-hailing, and telecommunications sectors demonstrated media resilience in Q1 2025. This is the key insight from a comprehensive sentiment audit by P+ Measurement Services, Nigeria's foremost media intelligence consultancy, which analy…
Emergency rule: Fubara may shift ground after Tinubu’s UK meeting
Emergency rule: Fubara may shift ground after Tinubu’s UK meeting There are indications that suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, is warming up to making concessions to ease the political tension in the state. This followed Fubara’s meeting with President Bola Tinubu in London during the latter’s 18-day retreat in Europe. The meeting, confirmed by The Africa Report, was at the request of Governor Fubara, who first came into office in May 2023. Although The PUNCH could not confirm details of the meeting at press time, a senior pr…
Tinubu, Fubara till 2031, say Rivers protesters
Tinubu, Fubara till 2031, say Rivers protesters Another round of protest rocked the Town Area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Tuesday where stakeholders appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reinstate suspended Governor Siminialayi Fubara and House of Assembly members. The stakeholders under the Port Harcourt Township Pressure Group insisted that President Tinubu and Fubara would remain in the office till 2031. The protesters, who carried placards with various inscriptions, started their match from Aggrey road, Old Port Harcourt Tow…
Governor Charles Soludo Meets Anambra Indigenes in London.
Governor Charles Soludo Meets Anambra Indigenes in London. Governor Charles Soludo and First Lady, Mrs Nonye Soludo of Anambra State, arrive at the Diaspora-TOWNHALL meeting in EU/UK for presentation of 3-year scorecard in London. The governor of Anambra State, Prof Charles Chukwuma Soludo, today at the Saray Banqueting Suite, 54, The Market Square, London, United Kingdom, took his three-year report card to Ndi Anambra in Europe and the UK. A source at the event confirmed the impressive turnout at the town hall meeting. The EU/UK Diaspora meet…
Union Bank Rewards Customers with Motorcycles, Cash Prizes in 3rd Save and Win Palli Promo 4 Monthly Draw
Union Bank Rewards Customers with Motorcycles, Cash Prizes in 3rd Save and Win Palli Promo 4 Monthly Draw Lagos, Nigeria— Union Bank of Nigeria has rewarded another set of customers in the ongoing Save and Win Palli Promo 4 campaign. Six lucky customers each won a brand-new motorcycle, and 120 additional winners won cash prizes. The third monthly hybrid live draws were transparently conducted at the Bank’s Sabo, Yaba Branch in Lagos under the supervision of relevant regulatory institutions. For integrity purposes, some of the winners were co…
Polaris Bank Pledges Continuous Partnership with NDLEA to Combat Drug Abuse, Trafficking, and Money Laundering
Polaris Bank Pledges Continuous Partnership with NDLEA to Combat Drug Abuse, Trafficking, and Money Laundering Lagos, Nigeria, April 21, 2025: Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the fight against drug abuse, trafficking, and money laundering in Nigeria and beyond. The pledge was made by the Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Kayode Lawal, during a courtesy visit by a 15-member NDLEA management team to the Bank’s headquarters in Lagos last Wednesday. Polaris Bank has been a lo…
Piracy in Africa’s Creative Sector: How Creators Can Protect Their Content
Piracy in Africa’s Creative Sector: How Creators Can Protect Their Content Africa’s creative industries, from music and film to fashion, writing, and branding, are experiencing remarkable growth. However, as the sector flourishes, so do the threats posed by piracy and copyright infringement. Without proper protection, creators risk losing the value and recognition they deserve for their original work. Copyright remains the first and most important line of defence. In many African countries, copyright protection begins automatically once a c…
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Soludo Presents 3-Year Score Card to Anambra Indigenes in The UK.
Soludo Presents 3-Year Score Card to Anambra Indigenes in The UK. In continuation of his town hall meeting with Ndi Anambra, Governor Charles Soludo will visit the United Kingdom on Monday, 21st April 2025, to meet with the state's indigenes and present his administration's scorecard, signaling the numerous achievements attained within the three years in office. The UK meeting, which will be held at the Saray Banqueting Suite, 54 The Market Square, London, N9 0TZ, UK, by 5 pm, follows the successful sessions with Ndi Anambra communitie…
ANAMBRA’S 3-YEAR RENAISSANCE: HOW GOVERNOR SOLUDO IS TRANSFORMING A State - Christian ABURIME
ANAMBRA’S 3-YEAR RENAISSANCE: HOW GOVERNOR SOLUDO IS TRANSFORMING A State - Christian ABURIME Anambra State, once plagued by dire insecurity and underdevelopment, is now undergoing a remarkable transformation. With his innovative leadership, Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has laid the foundation for the next African Dubai-Taiwan-Silicon Valley. In just three years, Governor Soludo’s administration has addressed long-standing issues and set the stage for a prosperous future. This summative exposition is just a glimpse of the multifacete…
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SOLUDO’S TOWNHALL MEETINGS: A DEMONSTRATION OF CONFIDENCE IN STEWARDSHIP - Christian ABURIME
SOLUDO’S TOWNHALL MEETINGS: A DEMONSTRATION OF CONFIDENCE IN STEWARDSHIP - Christian ABURIME Governance is more about responsibility than just holding an office. It is more about making impact and not merely making a show of power with all its paraphernalia. In an era where political rhetoric often eclipses concrete achievement, Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s recent town hall meetings with Anambra’s Diaspora communities in Lagos and Abuja capture the true essence of governance. The well-attended meetings were beyond political…
ANAMBRA YOUTH: TAKE YOUR PLACE IN NIGERIA’S FUTURE
ANAMBRA YOUTH: TAKE YOUR PLACE IN NIGERIA’S FUTURE By Christian ABURIME Do you wonder what the future holds? Have you dreamed of being part of something bigger than yourself, something also rewarding beyond just buying and selling? Yes, have you considered a different path that offers you excellent career opportunities, future security, and the pride of representing the best interests of Anambra State and indeed the Southeast through strategic positioning in the national scheme of things? Some life-changing opportunities come once in a whil…
Pernod Ricard Nigeria Partners FRSC on ‘Don’t Drink and Drive’ Campaign
Pernod Ricard Nigeria Partners FRSC on ‘Don’t Drink and Drive’ Campaign ...Promoting Safe Roads and Responsible Choices During Easter Celebrations and Beyond Pernod Ricard Nigeria, a leading wines and spirits business, has partnered with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to raise awareness about the dangers of drink-driving. From Left: Kehinde G. Hamzat, Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos, and Michael Ehindero, Managing Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria, at the recently held Stakeholders’ Town Hall Meeting in Lagos spon…
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