The unnecessary demarketing of Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) Plc., has been roundly condemned. Stakeholders and financial industry experts have angrily reacted to the series of allegations against Plc.the Company A civic organization, Global Integrity Crusade Network (GICN), had on Friday, September 4, 2024, released a Private Investigative Report signed by its President, Edwin Omaga, alleging a series of “unscrupulous, unethical and criminal activities” against Guaranty Trust Bank Limited, the flagship subsidiary of the GTCO group. The report, which has been actively circulating in the social media showing the leadership of GICN in a prolonged press conference on the subject…
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Yemisi Izuora Unity Bank Plc has hosted a capacity-building workshop to support the Association of Nigerian Women in Business Network (ANWBN) in a move aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs with the necessary skills required to thrive in today’s digital economy. The initiative for the workshop stems from the growing advancement in technology and its impact on business hence the theme: “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: AI and Digital Marketing Strategies,” which sought to equip women with practical knowledge on how to harness the power and take advantage of emerging technology. As a platform that drew the participation of businesses from diverse sectors,…
Yemisi Izuora The 2024 annual conference of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers, GOCOP, begins today, Wednesday, October 2, in Lokoja, Kogi State. Hosted by the Kogi State Government with a plethora of partners and sponsors identifying with the Guild, the two-day conference provides a veritable platform for dissecting critical issues of security, power and economy in the country. The confab will explore the theme: “Nigeria: Tackling insecurity, power deficit, and transitioning to digital economy.” Former Governor of Cross River State, Senator Liyel Imoke, will give the keynote address. The two-day event will also feature GOCOP members’ exclusive business and…
Jesutomi Akomolafe, a passionate cancer research advocate and global health consultant, is dedicated to reshaping the landscape of cancer care in Africa and beyond. His journey into this space was spurred by personal tragedy when, in 2022, his close friend passed away from breast cancer during a nationwide doctors’ strike in Nigeria. This heartbreaking experience galvanized Akomolafe to commit his efforts towards improving healthcare access for underserved communities. Akomolafe currently serves as the Communication and Health Advocacy Manager at “Trials of Color” in Nigeria, a non-profit organization that advocates for resource-deprived cancer survivors, particularly those in minority communities. His role…
Yemisi Izuora The Federal Government through the Presidential CNG Initiative (P-CNGi), has strengthened distribution of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversation kits across the country. The kits are to accelerate conversion by commercial and private vehicle owners as government moves to achieve it’s target on new automotive fuel transition. Speaking to the media on Friday, at -NipCo CNG facility in Ogun State during a guided tour, P-CNGi, representative Moses Onate, said about 1,000 kits are being moved to Abuja, Kaduna, Lagos, Oyo states as following interventions by government to make the kits available for vehicles conversation. Onate, expressed excitement at the…
Joseph Bakare The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) at the weekend met with members of the Multi-Stakeholder Platform for Poultry Value Chain in Lagos. At the event participants agreed to jointly improve the performance of the sector. Organised by the AFOS Foundation, the meeting specifically aimed at fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and collective problem-solving to drive growth and development of the sector. Speaking during the meeting, the Director, Department of Animal Husbandry Services of the FMAFS, Mrs. Winnie Lai-Solarin, restated the Federal Government’s commitment to boosting productivity across the nation’s agricultural value chain, stressing that the poultry…
Corps Members have been admonished to use the opportunities of the service year to remain selfless, steadfast and also utilize their inter-tribal differences towards the promotion of national unity and integration. The NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed gave this advice in his address to Corps Members while at Adamawa State Orientation Camp, Damare in Girei Local Government Area of the State. He advised them to create and foster mutual relationships among themselves, adding that this would lead to good memories in future. He added that NYSC was established for the promotion of national unity and integration, hence, the…
Joseph Bakare The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened a dedicated portal for online accreditation of journalists and media organisations wishing to cover the Ondo State Governorship election scheduled for 16th November 2024. INEC said the exercise opened today Monday 9th September 2024 and will automatically shut down at 12 midnight on Thursday 31st October 2024. The Commission urged interested media organisations wishing to deploy journalists and technical staff to cover the election to apply via https://imap.inecnigeria.org It also implored prospective applicants to do the needful well ahead of the 31st October deadline as there will be no deadline…
Uchenna Cecil Izuora Heineken, has introduced its newly designed 45cl bottle uniquely tailored to meet the desires of Nigeria’s younger demographic, particularly Millennials and Gen Z consumers. The unveiling held at an exclusive press conference in Awka. The event, attended by top directors of Nigerian Breweries, key distributors, and other trade partners, marks a significant milestone in Heineken’s mission for a fresher world. The new 45cl bottle, is designed with a sleek and stylish aesthetic. This bottle offers just the right amount of beer—striking the perfect balance for those who want a drink that’s neither too little nor too much.…
Joseph Bakare The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened a dedicated portal for online accreditation of journalists and media organisations wishing to cover the Ondo State Governorship election scheduled for 16th November 2024. INEC said the exercise opened today Monday 9th September 2024 and will automatically shut down at 12 midnight on Thursday 31st October 2024. The Commission urged interested media organisations wishing to deploy journalists and technical staff to cover the election to apply via https://imap.inecnigeria.org It also implored prospective applicants to do the needful well ahead of the 31st October deadline as there will be no deadline…