FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – BUA Group Plc has announced a major move to generate its own electricity to power its cement manufacturing facilities. This strategic shift is aimed at reducing operational costs and, ultimately, lowering cement prices for consumers. Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, revealed the plan during …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba Dr. Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, MFR, has described Engr. (Chief) Idowu Adewale Adejumo, the late Bobajiro of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, as one of the foundational pillars of the Ilaro-Yewa community. Speaking on behalf …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government and the Arise Integrated Industrial Platform (IIP), an India-based multinational company, have put together a project implementation team for the takeoff of the biggest garment production company in the country. The team is expected to identify what needs to be done …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – Nigeria’s foremost entrepreneur and founder of Dangote Cement Plc, Aliko Dangote, has officially announced his retirement from his roles as Chairman and Director of the Board of Directors. This decision takes effect from July 25, 2025, marking the end of an era for one …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has assured stakeholders of its commitment to improve the quality of facilities and infrastructure at the Social Development Institute, Shasha, Iperu. Commissioner for Community Development and Cooperatives, Hon. Ademola Balogun gave the assurance in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, saying that …

… Fighting Back Against Real Estate Scams BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Moorelands & Properties has emerged as one of the top real estate companies in Oyo State, known for its reliability and client-focused services. The company is deeply committed to providing peace of mind for property buyers, offering a trustworthy experience …

… Warns Against Influx of Adulterated and Substandard Fuel Products into Africa BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote, has urged African leaders to emulate the United States, Canada, and the European Union in protecting domestic industries from unfair external …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE The pursuit of power and purpose often intersect in politics. This raises fundamental questions about leadership, governance, and the role of individuals in shaping their societies. In Nigeria’s context, marked by fluid alliances and shifting loyalties, a technocrat’s dilemma is particularly pronounced. While the intersection of purpose …

LAGOS, NIGERIA, JULY 22, 2025 – The Board and Management of Access Bank Tanzania, led by Chairman Protase Ishengoma, paid a courtesy visit to the State House to present the Power of 100 Africa Women Award to Her Excellency, President Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania. …

LAGOS, NIGERIA, JULY 24, 2025 – In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day and World Sickle Cell Day 2025, Access Holdings, one of Africa’s leading financial services groups, successfully executed a group-wide blood drive across six African countries, reinforcing its commitment to improving health outcomes and driving real impact in the …