archiveAugust 2025

Individuals and businesses across Nigeria can now enjoy seamless banking operations as Alpha Morgan Bank officially launched its mobile banking application, marking a major milestone in the Bank’s mission to simplify banking experiences. The Alpha Morgan Banking App is available for download on both Goole Play Store and iOS App...

CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) are celebrating five years of the multi-platform series Connecting Africa. Hosted by CNN anchor and correspondent Eleni Giokos and Connecting Africa correspondent Victoria Rubadiri, the editorial series profiles the people, projects, and companies revolutionising African business and bringing the continent together....

The Macallan, world-renowned Scottish whisky brand, brought its signature fusion of craftsmanship, storytelling, and sustainability to Lagos over the weekend through an exclusive partnership with premium hospitality destination Mystique. The two-day showcase spotlighted visual art and emotional expression, offering guests a rich cultural experience steeped in heritage and innovation. The...

Airtel Nigeria has taken another bold step in its digital transformation and quality of service drive with the launch of Airtel Assist, a WhatsApp-based self-service chatbot designed to offer real-time support to millions of the network’s customers. Built to meet the growing needs of today’s digital consumer, Airtel Assist provides...

In a decisive move to advance Nigeria's e-commerce sector and deepen digital inclusion, the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade & Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has met with the leadership of Jumia Nigeria to align private sector innovation with national digital economy reforms under the proposed National Digital Economy and E-Governance...

The fellows of MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) Cohort 4 recently embarked on an immersive tour of Huawei's Innovation Center, Cloud Service Centre, and Network Support Centre in Lagos, as part of their ongoing industry exposure sessions. At the Huawei Innovation Center, the fellows were introduced to a wide array...

In a remarkable display of excellence, Stanbic IBTC Bank has been honoured with two prestigious accolades at the Cosmopolitan The Daily Business Awards. The bank received top honours as the Best Cash Management Bank and the Best Trade Finance Bank in Nigeria, underscoring its commitment to excellence in financial services....

Udeme Ufot, Group Managing Director of SO&U, has called for intentional, well-structured, and responsive financing as the critical catalyst for unlocking Nigeria’s creative economy. Speaking as Chairman at the opening of the QEDNG Powerhouse Summit themed “Financing as Catalyst for a Thriving Creative Economy”, Ufot urged stakeholders to move beyond...

The administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Peter Osarimen Ukhurebor, Founder and CEO of Black At, to the Council for Creative Technology Futures (CCTF) — a newly launched national body set up to drive innovation in Nigeria’s cultural and creative industries. The appointment, conveyed by Obi Asika, Director...

HAVAS Africa today announced the launch of HAVAS Red Nigeria, expanding the global merged media agency’s presence in West Africa and further strengthening its position across the continent. This follows HAVAS Red’s initial expansion into South Africa in October 2023, Côte d’Ivoire in April 2024, and Kenya in July 2025....