FCMB Group Plc held its 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos on April 29, 2025, where shareholders approved the Group’s 2024 audited financial statements and key resolutions aimed at driving long-term growth and strengthening corporate governance. The Group ended the 2024 financial year with total assets of ₦7.1 trillion …
Read More »‘I’m the king of Afrobeats,’ Davido declares
Nigerian music superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has boldly declared his supremacy in the Afrobeats genre, stating that no one can match his talent when it comes to the sound.Beauty products Speaking during a recent episode of the Ebro Show on Apple Music, the “Unavailable” crooner emphasized that …
Read More »Guinness Nigeria Celebrates 75 Years of Brewing Greatness and Building for More
Guinness Nigeria Plc, the country’s foremost total beverage alcohol company, is commemorating 75 bold and impactful years – a celebration of heritage, innovation, and deep-rooted connection to the Nigerian people. Established in 1950 and opening its first brewery in Lagos in 1962 – the very first Guinness brewery outside Ireland …
Read More »Presidential Accolades for Adenuga as he Celebrates 72nd Birthday
As Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr. celebrates his 72nd birthday, Presidents John Dramani Mahama of Ghana and Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria have commended his remarkable achievements, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to the development of Africa. Both leaders acknowledged Dr. Adenuga’s immense contributions to the progress and prosperity of Nigeria and …
Read More »Emirates and Nigerian Ministry of Art Culture Tourism and the Creative Economy sign MoU to Stimulate Inbound Tourism
Emirates and Nigerian Ministry of Art Culture Tourism and the Creative Economy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 2025 Arabian Travel Market, to boost international visitors to Nigeria. The partnership underscores the airline’s commitment to the market through attracting visitors from across its global network of more …
Read More »UK resumes visa application services in Enugu, Port Harcourt
The United Kingdom has resumed visa application services in Enugu, months after closing its centre in the city. In an update on Wednesday, the British High Commission said visa application services have resumed in Enugu. “Residents of Enugu, Nigeria, can now enjoy a smooth UK visa process from the comfort …
Read More »ZENITH BANK PROMISES QUANTUM LEAP IN DIVIDENDS, PAYS N195.67 BILLION FOR 2024 FINANCIAL YEAR
Shareholders of Zenith Bank Plc, at the 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, approved the proposed final dividend payment of NGN4.00 per share, bringing the total dividend for the 2024 financial year to NGN5.00 per share, with a …
Read More »Dangote Sugar grows turnover by 51%, to provide 75,000 jobs
The chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Aliko Dangote has revealed that the company’s turnover increased by 51 per cent to N665.6 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024, as against the corresponding figure of N441.5 billion recorded for the 2023 financial year. Speaking at the 19th Annual General Meeting …
Read More »King Charles gives cancer update in deeply personal message about ‘frightening’ diagnosis
King Charles has candidly described the experience of receiving a cancer diagnosis as “daunting” and “frightening.” In a heartfelt and deeply personal message, shared 15 months after his own diagnosis, the monarch revealed he drew inspiration from the late Dame Deborah James. He recalled her courageous words, urging those affected …
Read More »‘Naira Abuse’: EFCC releases E-Money after interrogation
Emeka Okonkwo, popularly known as E-Money, was released on Tuesday night following hours of interrogation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged naira abuse and currency defacement. The businessman and socialite was arrested on Monday night at his residence in the Omole area of Lagos and transported …
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