“In this life, rain is going to fall, but the sun will shine again,” – Kwame Alexander When Loans Go Bad. Despite a turbulent decade, FBNH, Nigeria’s oldest financial market lender, has demonstrated remarkable resilience in overcoming odds associated with a legacy institution. It has effectively tackled issues such as board governance recalibrations, high cost-to-income ratios (CIRs), poorly balanced loan …
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BUA Foods delights widows in Lagos
Celebratory cheers filled the air at the International Women Society’s (IWS) Skill Acquisition Centre in Lagos State on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 as Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative for Africa (ASR Africa), donated BUA Foods products as a palliative to widows. The palliative, comprising IRS Pasta, IRS semolina, and BUA Rice – and N10 million grant were donated by ASR Africa …
Read More »SEC Approves Nigeria’s First Naira-Denominated Private Debt Fund
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund, Nigeria’s first Naira-denominated Private Debt Fund. Established in May 2024 and sponsored and managed by FCMB Asset Management Limited (FCMBAM) as the Fund Manager, with technical support from TLG Capital Investments Limited (TLG Capital), United Kingdom, the Fund seeks to raise Ten Billion Naira (N10 billion) under …
Read More »Chioma Akpotha, Terra Cube Ambassador, Named USAID Goodwill Ambassador for Nutrition
Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha, renowned Nollywood actress and proud ambassador of Terra Cube, has achieved yet another milestone in her illustrious career. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) recently appointed her the Goodwill Ambassador for Nutrition in Nigeria. Terra Cube’s discerning approach to selecting ambassadors has been validated by Chioma’s appointment. Her deep-rooted connection with her audience and …
Read More »Mebic Organic Wins First Prize at Entrepreneurship Competition Nigeria National Finals
Mebic Organic, a startup that provides chemical-free foods and spices for both households and industrial purposes using an eco-friendly process to ensure maximum nourishment, captured first prize at the national finals of the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) competition. The event was held on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at Artisan Lounge, Victoria Island, Lagos. The inaugural Entrepreneurs Lounge was also held …
Read More »GEN Nigeria, Bluerock Accelerate record history with inaugural Entrepreneurs Lounge event in Nigeria
The inaugural Entrepreneurs Lounge event held in Lagos recently was judged a success by all standards as startups founders and established entrepreneurs in Nigeria turned up for the first entrepreneurs lounge powered by GEN Nigeria in collaboration with Bluerock Accelerate. The inaugural entrepreneurs lounge which also featured Nigeria national finals of Entrepreneurship World Cup was held at Artisan Lounge, Victoria …
Read More »AMTEC 2024: Igniting the Future of Marketing and Commerce in Africa
The Africa Marketing Technology and E-Commerce Conference (AMTEC) 2024 recently concluded amidst an electrifying atmosphere of innovation and collaboration at the prestigious Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island. On Friday, May 31st, industry leaders, visionary entrepreneurs, and digital pioneers converged for this groundbreaking event, which served as a catalyst for exploring the transformative potential of marketing technology and e-commerce across …
Read More »Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) celebrates Children with fun and goodness
As the leading fruit Juice and Value-Added Dairy manufacturer, Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) celebrated this year’s Children’s Day with an exciting blend of fun-filled activities and the goodness of its nutritious brands. With a commitment to the well-being of children, Chivita|Hollandia recognizes the importance of this special day in honoring the future leaders of tomorrow. The 2024 Children’s Day theme, “Promote …
Read More »Stanbic IBTC Recognised as Nigeria’s Fastest-Growing Brand
Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a leading end-to-end financial institution in Nigeria and a member of the Standard Bank Group, has achieved a significant milestone by being recognised as the fastest-growing brand in Nigeria. This recognition comes from a comprehensive report by Brand Finance, a renowned London-based brand valuation consultancy. The annual analysis, which covered the period from March 2023 to March …
Read More »OneWildCard Celebrates Seven Years of Creative Excellence and Growth
OneWildCard, a leading advertising agency in Nigeria, celebrates its seventh anniversary. This milestone marks seven years of a legacy defined by innovative creativity and successful collaborations with renowned brands. Since its inception, OneWildCard has been dedicated to delivering effective and strategic design and marketing communications solutions. The agency’s deep understanding of client needs and ability to craft impactful campaigns have …
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