Bauchi State attracted $5.2 billion in new investments during its two-day Economic and Investment Summit held in October, with officials signing 47 memoranda of understanding with domestic and international partners. The agreements cover sectors including petrochemicals, sports development, aviation, agriculture, minerals, energy and tourism, positioning the northeastern Nigerian state as an emerging business center. China…
Nigerian Ports Authority Managing Director Abubakar Dantsoho called on West and Central African maritime regulators and operators to emphasize blue economy initiatives as a strategy for employment generation and economic advancement. Speaking at the conclusion of the 45th Annual Council of the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa in Pointe-Noire, Congo, Dantsoho said…
Kora convened more than 400 entrepreneurs, creatives and technology leaders in Lagos for the second Sundown Sessions event, which examined artificial intelligence applications across African industries. The November gathering featured discussions on how AI is reshaping sectors from fashion to finance while emphasizing the technology’s role as a creative amplifier rather than replacement. Speakers, including…
Saldrey Communications Limited has named corporate communications specialist Omotayo Okewunmi as its new chief operating officer, effective November 3. The niche public relations and media agency appointed her to strengthen operations and expand client services through innovation-focused communication strategies. Okewunmi previously served as public relations manager at the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, where she enhanced…
MAI Foundation for Women Empowerment and Advocacy has initiated a 12-month skills development program targeting 120 young people in Abia State through collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation. The Imu Oru Upskilling Project incorporates traditional Igbo apprenticeship methods where experienced craftspeople mentor trainees in carpentry, tailoring and footwear production while providing business education. Founder Chika Ezinma…
Nigeria Customs Service operations in Port Harcourt generated 247 billion naira between January and October 2025, exceeding the annual target of 216 billion naira by more than 31 billion naira. Comptroller Salamatu Atuluku reported that October collections reached 33 billion naira, representing a 272 percent increase from 9 billion naira during the same month in…
Colgate-Palmolive Tolaram sponsored a symposium addressing fluoride safety and cavity prevention during the 22nd Annual Scientific Conference of the International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research Nigerian Division in Lagos. University of Lagos Professor Omolara Uti and Lagos State University College of Medicine Senior Lecturer Afolabi Oyapero presented research showing fluoride reduces dental caries…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has mandated petroleum tankers, limousine vehicles and unauthorized automobiles blocking Murtala Muhammed Airport roadways to vacate immediately or face forced removal after repeated warnings failed to achieve compliance. Managing Director Olubunmi Kuku stated that the parked vehicles constitute security hazards near aviation infrastructure and diminish the facility’s appearance during…
Leventis Foundation Nigeria has provided agricultural business instruction to 90 National Youth Service Corps participants through its nationwide training centers, with 40 individuals completing the program and 50 currently enrolled. Executive Director Hope Usieta announced the milestone during the third Agricultural Youths Summit in Abuja, highlighting the partnership between the foundation and the NYSC Skills…
Turkish Airlines generated $1.1 billion in operating profit during the July through September period as the carrier transported 27.2 million passengers, marking its strongest third-quarter performance on record. Chairman Ahmet Bolat stated the results demonstrated the airline’s ability to maintain financial stability through diversified revenue channels despite industry headwinds, including supply chain disruptions and engine…
