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Rank taps Lucky Djebah to lead wealth expansion

11.03.2026

Rank, an integrated financial services and proprietary investment holding firm, has appointed Mr Lucky Djebah as Executive Director, Investment, as it moves to expand into wealth management and investment banking through Rank Capital. The firm said the appointment aligns with its long-term strategy to transform into a full-fledged financial institution focused on democratising wealth creation...

Maltina partners STEM Africa Fest for school tour

11.03.2026

Maltina has launched a nationwide Nourishment Tour aimed at reaching one million students across Nigeria as part of activities marking the brand’s 50th anniversary. The first phase of the initiative began on February 9, 2026, with visits to schools in Lagos, while subsequent phases will extend the programme to other parts of the country. According...

Caverton Helicopters Hosts Army War College Delegation

11.03.2026

Caverton Offshore Support Group on Tuesday hosted participants of Course 10, 2026 of the Army War College Nigeria, reaffirming its commitment to operational excellence and capacity building across key sectors of the country’s economy. The delegation, which included senior military officers from South Africa and Cameroon, visited the company’s aviation facilities near the international wing...

Mikano Motors & Autochek Offer Vehicle Financing in Nigeria

11.03.2026

Mikano Motors has partnered with Autochek Africa to provide structured vehicle financing and digital access for prospective car buyers in a move aimed at expanding access to brand-new vehicles in Nigeria. The collaboration seeks to remove barriers in Nigeria’s automotive market by providing access to financing. The partnership was unveiled during a press conference at...

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Union Bank empowers disabled women with mentorship

11.03.2026

Union Bank of Nigeria has officially launched its ‘Give to Gain’ campaign, a strategic initiative dedicated to advancing gender equity by providing targeted support for women living with disabilities and those raising children with disabilities, in a move to mark International Women’s Month 2026. The campaign, titled ‘Give to Gain: Creating Pathways for Inclusion and...

Lufthansa Group Posts Historic €39.6bn Revenue for 2025

11.03.2026

The Lufthansa Group has reported the highest revenue in its history for 2025, reaching €39.6 bn, representing a five per cent increase compared to the previous year. According to the airline group’s financial results, operating profit (adjusted EBIT) rose significantly to €2.0 bn, up from €1.6 bn recorded in 2024, while the operating margin improved...

SWAN Chief Urges Women Accountants to Lead by Mentoring

11.03.2026

The National Chairperson of the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria, Blessing Osakwe-Ogo, has urged professional women to redefine success by embracing a culture of mentorship, advocacy, and collective contribution. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, Osakwe-Ogo highlighted the International Women’s Day theme, ‘Give to Gain’, framing it as a vital principle for societal...

Overseas NIN Registration for Nigerians Abroad

11.03.2026

The National Identity Management Commission has said Nigerians living outside the country can now obtain their National Identification Number through accredited enrolment centres abroad, eliminating the need to travel home for registration. The commission disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the overseas enrolment programme, introduced in 2019, allows eligible applicants to complete biometric registration...

XLCreativeHub Opens Entries for Screenwriting Contest

11.03.2026

XLCreativeHub has invited screenwriters and storytellers to submit synopses of their original feature-length film scripts for its Screenwriting Competition and Creator Residency. The organisation announced the call for entries on its website, stating that submissions would close on March 16, 2026. The organisers disclosed that judges would review entries between March 17 and March 20,...

FG, World Bank unveil plan to save Nigeria’s water bodies

11.03.2026

The Federal Government, in collaboration with the World Bank and key stakeholders, has commenced the validation of nine Strategic Catchment Management Plans aimed at strengthening sustainable water resources management, restoring degraded landscapes, and improving climate resilience across several states in Nigeria. Speaking at the Workshop for the Presentation and Validation of Nine Strategic Catchment Management Plans...