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Palmpay deploys measures to boost financial inclusion

PalmPay, a Nigerian digital bank, is ramping up efforts to promote contactless payment adoption as part of its broader strategy to shape the future of digital finance in the country. The fintech showcased its commitment at the recent BusinessDay Future of Payment Conference, where industry leaders gathered in Lagos to discuss the evolution of payment...
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FMCG executives urged to focus on quality

Nigeria’s fast-moving consumer goods leaders have been urged to adapt to rapidly evolving consumer preferences, prioritising health-conscious, premium, and sustainable products to stay competitive, as economic pressures reshape brand loyalty. The call came at the 6th Industry Summit championed by Goddie Ofose at the Chartered Institute of Bankers House in Victoria Island, in Lagos, themed...
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Nigeria unveils pavilion at London creative show

Nigeria will participate for the first time in the London Design Biennale in June 2025, marking a significant milestone for the country’s creative industry on the global stage. The official national pavilion, titled Hopes and Impediments, is supported by the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, according to a statement issued...
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Schneider Electric promotes product safety in new campaign

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has launched its “Power Up Naija” campaign to deepen ties with partners and customers in Nigeria, emphasising safe product use and rewarding loyalty, the company said on Tuesday. The initiative, designed to foster trust and expand its market presence, offers customers attractive gifts for purchasing...
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Marketers reduce petrol price to N915/litre in Abuja

Some independent petroleum marketers in the Federal Capital Territory have slashed the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, to N915 per litre, down from N930, amid sliding global crude oil prices and improving supply conditions. A survey conducted by The PUNCH on Tuesday revealed that two A.Y.M Shafa stations along Airport...
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Abiodun honoured for SMEs support, growth in Ogun

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has been honoured with the prestigious award of 2025 Best Governor in Enterprise and Investment Promotion at the 5th SME Business Awards. The recognition, according to a statement on Tuesday, “celebrates Gov Abiodun’s administration’s steadfast commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, supporting small businesses, and driving inclusive economic growth across the state”....
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Tinubu authorised Mustapha’s reappointment as DG – NBRDA

The National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency has clarified that the renewal of Prof Abdullahi Mustapha’s appointment as Director-General was officially endorsed by President Bola Tinubu and is in line with the provisions of Nigerian law. It disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday by the Press Secretary to the DG, NBRDA, Toyin Omozuwa. NBRDA...
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NDPC unveils data protection virtual academy

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has officially unveiled the Data Protection Virtual Academy, a pioneering initiative designed to promote digital security across both the public and private sectors. The launch took place during the opening ceremony of the 8th Edition of the Network of Data Protection Authorities Conference and Annual General Meeting in Abuja on...
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ARCON intensifies crackdown on deceptive adverts

Nigeria’s Advertising Regulatory Council has intensified its crackdown on deceptive advertising, vowing to protect consumers from misleading campaigns following a Federal High Court ruling in Lagos reaffirming its regulatory authority. The announcement, detailed in a statement by Director-General Dr Olalekan Fadolapo on Tuesday, highlighted the agency’s commitment to ensuring ethical advertising across all platforms. The...
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