By Peter Egwuatu GCR Ratings has affirmed MeCure Industries Plc’s long-term issuer rating at BBB(NG) and short-term issuer rating at A3(NG), with the company’s long-term outlook revised from negative to stable, reflecting strong first half 2026, H1’26 and improved market position The rating agency said the decision was supported by improvements in MeCure’s competitive position, […]

By Peter EgwuatuChams Holding Company Plc has recorded an 18 per cent increase in revenue to N17.65 billion for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. The company also declared a dividend of three kobo per ordinary share amounting to N270 million, and announced the appointment of Segun Oloketuyi as Chairman of the Board following […]

Media executive and cultural strategist Jide Taiwo will convene the inaugural Eko Creative Summit on July 15, bringing together government officials, creative industry leaders, entrepreneurs and emerging talent for what organisers describe as a practical intervention aimed at preparing Lagos-based creatives for opportunities in the fast-growing creative economy. Powered by the Lagos State Council for Arts & Culture, the summit […]

UYO -THE Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, has taken its financial literacy campaigns to secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State to instill a culture of saving among young people. Tagged ‘Smart Money Talks’, the enlightenment was held as part of activities to commemorate Financial Literacy Day 2026, an annual awareness campaign spearheaded by NDIC and […]

By Tunde Oso and Matthew Johnson The National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria, NIMN, has partnered with the Lagos Business School, LBS, to unveil a consumer insight report aimed at helping businesses better understand changing consumer behaviour and improve marketing practice in Nigeria. President and Chairman of Council of the NIMN, Dr. Bolajoko Bayo-Ajayi, said […]

By Israel Fagbemigun For decades, renewing a Nigerian passport was synonymous with frustration.The process often involved repeated visits to immigration offices, hours spent in queues, uncertainty over timelines, and in some cases, allegations of unofficial payments to fast-track applications. For Nigerians living abroad, the experience could be even more demanding, requiring long-distance travel to embassies […]

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo A former International President of the All African Students for Peace and Development, Mr. Martins Chiedozie Ugwu, has urged residents of Enugu State to assess the performance of elected leaders as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually gather momentum. In a statement, Ugwu encouraged citizens to evaluate governments by […]

By Theodore Opara Transit Support Services Ltd, TSS Motors, one of Nigeria’s reputable commercial vehicle assemblers and marketers, has rolled out Forland T5 –  a new mini truck range designed to bring tremendous relief to the last-mile delivery segment of the country’s distribution industry.  Although it is usually the shortest stage of the delivery chain, […]

The Edo State Government has thrown open its road infrastructure programme to public scrutiny, as journalists embarked on a two-day inspection tour of major road construction projects across Edo Central and Edo North Senatorial Districts, witnessing dozens of completed, ongoing and newly initiated projects aimed at transforming transportation and boosting economic activities across the state. […]

By Cynthia Alo The LANI Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting academic excellence and capacity development by recognising outstanding students at the 54th Induction Ceremony of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, CITN. The ceremony, held recently in Abuja, brought together tax professionals, policymakers, industry leaders and newly inducted members to celebrate professional […]