BUSINESS

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Access Holdings Plc (“Access Holdings”) on December 10, 2024, announced that its banking group’s, subsidiary, The Access Bank UK Limited (“the Access UK”) has established its first fully owned subsidiary – The Access Bank Malta Limited, in Malta. The banking licence application has been approved by …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says its invitation to Air Peace is simply for an inquiry to understand its price methodology and respond to consumers complaints.  The Director, Surveillance and Investigation, Mrs. Boladale Adeyinka said neither the airline nor the …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – Angolan President João Lourenço Meets Aliko Dangote On Strategic Investments The President of Angola, João Lourenço, and the President/Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, recently held a high-level investment meeting in Luanda, Angola. The discussions centered on building cement factories and acquiring …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Boeing Company, a leading global aerospace corporation, has reiterated its unwavering support for Air Peace, Nigeria’s premier airline and the largest carrier in West Africa. This endorsement highlights Air Peace’s pivotal role in advancing the aviation industry in Nigeria. Harry Magui, Senior Organizational …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – Dangote Refinery has reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N970 per liter, offering relief to consumers struggling with high fuel costs. The announcement was made in a statement by Anthony Chiejina, the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, on Sunday, November …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Air Peace, Nigeria’s premier airline and West Africa’s largest carrier, has joined forces with The Boeing Company, a global aerospace leader, and Cranfield University, a renowned postgraduate institution in the UK, to strengthen safety culture and operational excellence. Cranfield University is celebrated for its cutting-edge expertise, extensive …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The 7th edition of the GTCO Fashion Weekend upheld its reputation for excellence, drawing in fashion enthusiasts and industry professionals through an array of inspiring masterclasses. One of the highlights of the event was a session led by renowned fashion innovator Lulu Kennedy. Known for her trailblazing …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has confirmed that all issues between it and Heyden Petroleum Limited have been resolved amicably. In an official statement issued by Jude Nwauzor, Head of Corporate Communications at AMCON, the corporation stated that Heyden Petroleum has shown a strong …

…Supporting African SMEs Through Technology, Training LAGOS, NIGERIA – United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, often called Africa’s Global Bank, has once again emphasized its dedication to enhancing its technological investments and training programs. This commitment aims to support the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria and …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – NOVEMBER 4, 2024: Access Bank Plc has been named the 2024 Best Digital Award Winner in the Commercial Banks Category at the Digital Jurist Awards, organized by Phillips Consulting (pcl.). In addition to this top honour, the Bank also secured the Best Website Award, achieving an impressive …