…Veteran communications professional recognised for over three decades of contributions to corporate reputation, sustainability and public affairs Victoria Uwadoka, a veteran corporate communications and sustainability professional, has been inducted into the Brandcom Awards Hall of Fame in recognition of her contributions to Nigeria’s marketing and communications industry. The honour, announced by the management and editorial board of Brand Communicator, organisers of the 2026 Brandcom Awards, comes as Uwadoka retires from Nestlé Nigeria after a career spanning more than three decades. The Hall of Fame is the awards’ highest distinction, recognising individuals whose professional achievements, leadership and industry contributions have created…
Author: Elvis Eromosele
As investment in youth skills and employability programmes in Nigeria continues to grow, so does the pressure on funders to show that the money leads to jobs and lasting change. Recognising this, ALX Africa convened foundations, non-governmental organisations and development partners from across Nigeria to a roundtable discuss themed “From Funding to Outcomes”, a roundtable focused on turning investment in young people into measurable results. Speaking at the session, held recently at ALX’s Lagos office in Surulere, Ruby Igwe, Regional Manager for West and Central Africa at ALX, said the sector’s challenge lies less in funding than in how programmes…
Airtel Nigeria has expanded its School Adoption Programme from seven to 10 schools, strengthening its investment in education through classroom rehabilitation, digital learning facilities and improved school infrastructure. The telecommunications company said the initiative is designed to ensure that connectivity translates into meaningful opportunities for young Nigerians by creating learning environments where pupils can access technology and develop skills for the future. Dinesh Balsingh, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, spoke at the final project handover ceremony at St George’s UNA School in Ipaja, Lagos, one of the institutions recently adopted under the programme. “At Airtel Nigeria, we believe that…
The Federal Government has unveiled a draft Economic Policy Framework aimed at ensuring policy consistency across successive administrations, boosting investor confidence and driving sustainable economic growth. Taiwo Oyedele, Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, announced the proposed framework on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the 32nd Nigerian Economic Summit (NES32) in Abuja. The summit was themed “Growth that Works: Delivering Jobs, Productivity and Shared Prosperity.” The framework is designed to provide enduring principles for government policies, budgets and economic decisions, regardless of which administration is in power. Oyedele said Nigeria’s economic challenge was not a shortage of development plans but…
The digital platform connects smallholder farmers to lenders, buyers, input suppliers and agricultural services, building on FCMB’s N364.6 billion investment in the sector. First City Monument Bank (FCMB) and Mastercard have launched AgroPass, a digital platform designed to improve smallholder farmers’ access to finance, markets and essential agricultural services across Nigeria. Developed by Mastercard, AgroPass connects farmers with lenders, input suppliers, buyers, agribusinesses and other participants in the agricultural value chain. The initiative aims to strengthen financial inclusion, improve productivity and help farmers build more commercially viable businesses. The partnership combines Mastercard’s digital technology capabilities with FCMB’s banking network and…
Olatunji Disu, the Inspector-General of Police, has proposed a 200 per cent gratuity and improved pension benefits for retired police officers as part of efforts to resolve longstanding pension challenges in the Nigeria Police Force. Disu disclosed this on Sunday in Abuja, stating that the proposal had been submitted to a Presidential Committee established to examine the concerns of police personnel and recommend sustainable reforms. The proposed framework seeks to link eligible officers’ pensions to their final salaries while providing an enhanced gratuity. It also envisages reviewing the benefits of officers who retired before the new arrangement takes effect. However,…
…Nigeria’s international money transfer inflows rose 33 per cent year on year, driven by stronger receipts in May and June, according to CBN data. Nigeria’s diaspora remittance inflows through International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) climbed to a record $1.57 billion in the second quarter of 2026, supported by a sharp increase in receipts in May and June. The figure, reported in the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Q2 2026 Statistical Bulletin, represents an increase of approximately 33 per cent from the $1.18 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. It is the highest quarterly total in the available data series…
…InsomniaQ 2.0 will celebrate African music, creativity and culture on November 28, with free entry for registered digital pass holders. Quickteller, the digital payments platform powered by Interswitch Group, is set to return with the second edition of its six-hour overnight music marathon, InsomniaQ 2.0, scheduled for Saturday, November 28, 2026, at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event aims to celebrate African music, creativity and cultural expression while bringing music lovers together for an extended night of entertainment. The second edition follows the maiden outing, which introduced a distinctive format to Lagos nightlife by combining non-stop music…
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 at Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday, handing their fierce rivals their first La Liga defeat of the season and tightening the title race. Real Madrid claimed a crucial El Clásico victory after Mbappé struck in the 41st and 87th minutes to secure a 2-1 win over Barcelona. The result dealt a blow to Barcelona’s impressive league campaign and strengthened Real Madrid’s position in the title race, with the visitors capitalising on their opportunities in a tense encounter. Mbappé opened the scoring four minutes before half-time, giving Real Madrid a deserved…
Maria Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has returned to the country after more than 10 months abroad, raising the political stakes as pressure mounts on the government to announce fresh elections. Machado confirmed her arrival on Sunday, October 25, in a social media post declaring, “I am here. With you.” Edmundo Gonzalez, the opposition figure widely recognised by the opposition as the winner of Venezuela’s disputed 2024 presidential election, also confirmed her return, describing her as the country’s opposition leader. Footage shared by the political organisation Comando Con Venezuela showed Machado arriving at a church…