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Dangote Urges Swift Legislation of “Nigeria First” Policy to drive growth of Manufacturing Sector

Africa’s leading industrialist, Aliko Dangote has made a passionate plea to the Federal Government to urgently legislate and implement the proposed “Nigeria First” Policy, describing it as a critical lever for revitalizing the nation’s manufacturing sector. The legislation, according to him, holds the keys to accelerating the nation’s economic growth …

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Adopt-A-School initiative: Stanbic IBTC transforms learning environment at Chwelnyap Primary School, Plateau State

Stanbic IBTC Holdings has completed the renovation and upgrade of Chwelnyap Primary School in Plateau State under its Adopt-A-School initiative, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to advancing educational excellence across Nigeria. The extensive renovation and infrastructure enhancement project underscores the institution’s belief in the transformative power of education as a key …

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Wema Bank concludes Capital Raise Second tranche of ₦50 Billion Special Placement fully subscribed……Bank further exceeds regulatory requirements.

  Wema Bank PLC (Bloomberg: Wema NL) (“Wema” or “the Bank”) announces completion of its second tranche of N50billion capital raise. • N50billion Special placement subscribed by 100% • Total Qualifying Capital now N264billion; above N200bn threshold • Bank further surpasses regulatory requirements for Commercial Bank with National Authorization Wema …

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JIM OVIA: FOUNDER/CHAIRMAN ZENITH BANK, REAFFIRMS STRONG COMMITMENT TO SHAREHOLDER VALUE AT THE NGX CLOSING GONG CEREMONY

  Zenith Bank Plc’s Founder and Chairman, Dr. Jim Ovia, CFR, accompanied by the bank’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, carried out the prestigious closing gong ceremony at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), marking a significant milestone in the bank’s continued partnership with …

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Pivot Nigeria 2025: ‘Reframing the Lens’ Inspires A Positive National Narrative

  Pivot Nigeria: Reframing the Lens is a national thought leadership platform created to reset Nigeria’s reputation agenda. Powered by HighStakes Public Relations Professionals (HighStakes PR Professionals), Pivot Nigeria catalyses dialogue to inspire pride, amplify authentic narratives, and co-create a stronger, more balanced Nigeria narrative. The inaugural Pivot Nigeria Conference …

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PMI endorses Dangote Refinery as a Global Benchmark for Project Excellence  

…global project management leaders say refinery a Catalyst for Project Management Evolution The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has earned a high commendation from the Global Board members of the Project Management Institute (PMI), which described the facility as a world-class model of excellence in project execution and remarkable demonstration of global project management standards. …

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Vertiv Supports Nxtra’s Expansion in the African Market with Large-Scale Colo Data Centre Network Project in Nigeria

  Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, is extending its collaboration with Airtel Africa through Nxtra, their Data Center division. Starting with Nigeria, this collaboration is a first step in Nxtra’s strategic objective of establishing one of the largest high-capacity data centre networks in Africa, strategically located in major cities …

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