BUSINESS

As part of its growing commitment to environmental sustainability, Hydrogen Payment Services has launched a bold e-waste initiative focused not just on responsible disposal, but on environmental renewal – turning discarded devices into trees. With Nigeria generating over 500 tons of electronic waste annually – making it the largest e-waste …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED In an exclusive interview with StarTrend Int’l Magazine and Online Platform, Elder (Chief) Felix Bamidele Ajibode, the President of Odua Cooperative Conglomerate Limited and the Jagunmolu of Iran, in Ogbomoso area of Oyo State, shared deep insights into the establishment of his new pride – an ultra-modern …

… Odua Cooperative Conglomerate Earns Praise For South West Initiatives BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Commissioner for Community Development and Cooperatives, Alhaji Ademola Balogun, has reiterated the state government’s unwavering support for the cooperative movement. Representing Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun at the commissioning of …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – JULY 30, 2025: As part of its commitment to sustainable development and community well-being, Access Bank has launched the Access Clean Water Project, a transformative initiative aimed at improving access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in 10 communities across Nigeria. Through the Access Clean Water …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The management of Dangote Cement has announced plans to commission its 3 million tons per annum (3Mta) grinding plant in Côte d’Ivoire by the third quarter of 2025. The project is expected to bolster the company’s footprint in Africa and significantly enhance its export …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA –  President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for adopting policies that are restoring investor confidence and reviving Nigeria’s private sector. According to Dangote, Tinubu has demonstrated a reputation as a listening president who understands the needs …

  LAGOS, NIGERIA – Demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability, The Alternative Bank, alongside the Sterling Sustainability Working Group, organised the Walk4ZeroPlastic march on Saturday, engaging over 300 volunteers in the battle against plastic pollution. The walk, whichclimaxed at the Tejuosho market in Lagos, saw the recovery of several tonnes …

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 …

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 …