LG Electronics has emerged as the biggest winner at the maiden edition of the IFA 2025 Innovation Awards, claiming an impressive 17 honours, including the prestigious Best of IFA title. …
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Mirova Commits $10m to ARC Ride’s E-Mobility Expansion in Kenya
Sustainable investment firm, Mirova, has committed up to US$10 million in five-year debt funding to ARC Ride, a Nairobi-based electric mobility startup, marking its first electric vehicle investment in Sub-Saharan …
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FirstBank Partners E1 Lagos GP, Nigeria’s First All-Electric Powerboat Racing Championship
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced its partnership with the E1 Lagos GP, the country’s first-ever all-electric powerboat racing championship scheduled to hold in October 2025. The bank, in …
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5 African Companies Successfully Applying Lean Principles to Drive Growth and Efficiency
Lean principles, once seen as tools only for global corporations in developed markets, are now taking root across Africa. In today’s competitive economy, where businesses grapple with rising costs, tough …
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Nigerian Farmers Advised to Reduce Antibiotics in Livestock for Sustainable Agriculture
Nigerian farmers have been advised to reduce their heavy use of antibiotics in livestock production to protect animal health, improve food safety, and safeguard the environment. The call was made …
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SEC to Adopt Global Sustainability Disclosure Standards for Nigerian Market
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced plans to adopt the global sustainability disclosure standards developed by the International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO). The move is expected to …
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Dangote Partners Abuja Chamber to Sponsor 2025 International Trade Fair
Dangote Industries Limited has announced its sponsorship of the 2025 Abuja International Trade Fair, reaffirming its role as a key player in Nigeria’s industrial growth and Africa’s economic development. The …
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Sterling One Foundation CEO Olapeju Ibekwe Joins UN Global Compact
The Chief Executive Officer of Sterling One Foundation, Mrs. Olapeju Ibekwe, has been appointed as a board member of the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria. The appointment was officially …
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AIICO Insurance Launches Recycling Project to Promote Sustainability
AIICO Insurance Plc has introduced a new initiative aimed at tackling non-biodegradable waste, promoting responsible consumption, and creating a workplace culture that embraces sustainability. The project, tagged Recycling at AIICO …
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BAT Nigeria Pushes Collective Action for Sustainable Water Stewardship
British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN) has announced that it is championing collective action to promote sustainable water stewardship as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s growing water challenges. The company …