The Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA) has officially opened online voting for the 2026 edition of the awards, marking the commencement of the final public participation phase ahead of this year’s highly anticipated award ceremony. Following an extensive nomination and screening process conducted by the NHEA Jury, several outstanding healthcare institutions, professionals, healthcare technology companies, diagnostics providers, pharmaceutical organisations, HMOs, and media organisations have emerged as nominees across various categories. Widely regarded as the premier recognition platform for excellence within Nigeria’s healthcare sector, the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award continues to spotlight organisations and individuals making exceptional contributions toward improving healthcare…
Author: Elvis Eromosele
© 2026 By Ogbo Awoke Ogbo “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men, yet they cannot fathom the work that God has done from beginning to end.” ~Ecclesiastes 3: 11 BSB “Sir, please, I just need to talk to someone before I take my life.” “Sir, if you see this message, I’m currently one of the most confused persons right now.” “Sir, I am a young man who needs guidance at this point of my life. Please sir, just a few minutes of your time over the phone will…
The board of IHS Holding Limited has unanimously endorsed MTN Group’s proposed $2.2 billion all-cash acquisition of the telecom infrastructure giant, clearing a major hurdle in the move to take the company private. In a filing submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 19, IHS disclosed that its board determined the transaction is in the best interests of both the company and its shareholders. The board also concluded that MTN’s offer of $8.50 per share represents fair value for ordinary shareholders. The deal, first announced in February 2026, will see MTN acquire all outstanding shares of…
Dr Ifeyinwa “Ify” Aniebo Rhodes-Vivour, Nigerian molecular geneticist, has announced a landmark breakthrough in Nigeria’s fight against malaria: the country’s first National Genomic Surveillance Platform, a cutting-edge system designed to track drug resistance and accelerate progress toward malaria elimination. Dr Rhodes-Vivour, an Associate Professor at the Institute of Genomics and Global Health (formerly ACEGID), revealed that she has been leading Nigeria’s first-ever National Malaria Genomic Surveillance initiative since 2021. “It’s my brainchild,” she said, “and it is transforming how we detect, track, and fight malaria.” The new platform enables real-time monitoring of drug-resistant malaria parasites, allowing health officials to respond…
Diageo Nigeria, in partnership with Celebr-8 Lyfe, the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), and the Ministry of Employment and Wealth Creation, has graduated the first cohort of its “Learning for Life” (L4L) youth empowerment programme. The initiative, which focuses on hospitality and tourism skills development, trained over 300 young Nigerians — surpassing its initial target of 250 participants. Launched in September 2025, the programme is aimed at improving employability through practical training, mentorship, and workplace readiness support. According to organisers, more than 150 graduates have already secured internship placements across Lagos State’s hospitality sector, with several transitioning into full-time…
AIICO Insurance Plc has announced the appointment of three new directors to its board as part of efforts to strengthen governance and strategic oversight. The appointments were disclosed in a corporate notice signed by the company secretary, Donald Kanu. According to the statement, Sadiq Mohammed was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director, while Tunde Mabawonku and Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani joined the board as Non-Executive Directors. The company said the appointments bring extensive experience across financial services, banking, capital markets, infrastructure, and advisory services. Sadiq Mohammed has more than three decades of experience spanning financial markets, pensions, real estate, infrastructure, fintech, and…
Accion Microfinance Bank has celebrated its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of supporting small businesses, empowering underserved communities, and deepening financial inclusion across Nigeria. The milestone was commemorated at a gala event in Lagos attended by customers, partners, employees, industry stakeholders, and business leaders who gathered to reflect on the institution’s journey from a small microfinance lender established in 2006 to a recognised player in Nigeria’s financial inclusion landscape. Over the years, the bank has focused on providing accessible financial services to traders, artisans, market women, small business owners, and individuals traditionally excluded from formal banking systems. Speaking during the…
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by Dr Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior. According to the statement, the declaration was approved by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. Tunji-Ojo said the declaration reflects the Federal Government’s recognition of the spiritual importance of Eid-ul-Adha to millions of Muslims in Nigeria and around the world. “This declaration affirms the Federal Government’s profound respect for the faith…
Nigeria has launched a new regional air cargo corridor in partnership with RwandAir, creating direct export routes for Nigerian businesses to Kigali, Lusaka, and Harare as part of efforts to boost intra-African trade. The announcement was made on Monday by Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, through her official X account. The initiative is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s export logistics network and provide local businesses with faster and more affordable access to markets in East and Southern Africa. According to Oduwole, the new cargo corridor was launched on Africa Day and forms part of broader efforts to deepen…
The Eko Electricity Distribution Plc is set to use the EKEDP Power App, a smart digital platform designed to give customers more control, visibility and convenience in managing their electricity consumption. Built to simplify everyday power management, the app allows users to buy tokens, pay bills, transfer units, monitor usage, manage service requests and access multiple electricity services, all in one place. Designed around the needs of modern Lagos consumers, the EKEDP Power App aims to reduce the stress, uncertainty and fragmented processes often associated with electricity management by creating a faster, simpler and more connected customer experience. Since the…