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By Blaise Udunze Do you know that history rarely produces leaders whose names become synonymous with development? In Nigeria’s post-independence political history, only a few governors have achieved that distinction. And, among them stands Dee Sam Mbakwe, whose tenure as Governor of the old Imo State between 1979 and 1983 …

As MSMEs across the South-East seek opportunities for growth, market expansion and cross-border trade, Stanbic IBTC, in partnership with the Anambra State Government, convened the Nigeria Business Summit Regional Tour in Onitsha to equip businesses with practical solutions for sustainable growth. The summit, organised in collaboration with the Anambra State Ministry of …

By Adesegun Adeshi Gbenga Nigerian banks have moved swiftly to contain the effects of a sophisticated global cyber campaign sweeping across sectors and continents, with industry sources assuring the public that the nation’s financial system remains strong, resilient and secure. The campaign, described by analysts as one of the most …

Growth was maintained in the Nigerian private sector during July as firms again signalled a marked increase in new orders during the month. In turn, output and employment also rose, albeit modestly. Meanwhile, inflationary pressures softened. The headline figure derived from the survey is the Purchasing Managers’ Index™ (PMI®). Readings …

  Africa has been declared the next frontier for global travel, discovery and international exchange, as the World Public Summit Africa calls attention to the continent’s growing role as a destination for tourism, investment, diplomacy, culture and innovation. Bringing together global leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs and thought leaders in Addis Ababa, …

Stanbic IBTC recently celebrated 30 years of providing custody services in Nigeria with a Closing Gong ceremony at The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The milestone reflects the institution’s longstanding contribution to investor confidence and the continued development of Nigeria’s capital market. In his opening remarks, Jude Chiemeka, Chief Executive Officer, …

Beyond Philanthropy: How Fidelity Bank, Airtel Nigeria and Leadway Assurance Won Nigeria’s Q2 2026 CSR & ESG Media Conversation Fidelity Bank, Airtel Nigeria and Leadway Assurance lead their respective sectors, as new data shows only 12 of 46 brands tracked generated measurable CSR/ESG media visibility in Q2 2026 P+ Measurement …

Zenith Bank Plc has spent 2026 collecting the kind of hardware that separates a good regional lender from a genuine African champion. Fresh off a sweep of Euromoney’s most coveted awards, a completed acquisition in Kenya, a newly opened subsidiary in Francophone West Africa, and plans for a London Stock …

Enugu State Government has launched a new television programme, Enugu to the World (ETTW), to showcase the state’s ongoing transformation, emerging investment opportunities and the people, policies and projects driving its development. The weekly 30-minute talk show and documentary-style current affairs programme provides an in-depth look at the transformation taking …

Stanbic IBTC, a member of Standard Bank Group, was named winner in four categories at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026: Best Bank for Sustainable Finance, Best Bank for Consumer Lending, Best Bank for Mortgages/Home Loans and Best Bank for Securities Services. The Euromoney Awards for Excellence include categories across …