The Kano State Government has launched the Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy aimed at promoting inclusive governance and expanding economic opportunities for women and vulnerable groups across the state. This is contained in a statement issued by the Director, Public Enlightenment, Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Special Needs, Bintu Nuhu-Yakasai, on Monday in Kano. Speaking at the policy unveiling, Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf described the initiative as a defining moment in the state’s efforts to build a more inclusive and prosperous society. Kabir-Yusuf, represented by the Commissioner for Rural Development, Alhaji Abdulkadir Abdussalam, said the policy…
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Zedvance Finance Ltd. has disbursed more than N96 billion to support commercial businesses across Nigeria as it expands beyond retail lending. The company, in a statement on Monday, said the lending came through its Commercial Solutions business launched in 2025, which has driven rapid credit expansion within a year. It said the financing supported enterprises in sectors including oil and gas, automotive, logistics, renewable energy, fintech, e-commerce, trade distribution and agribusiness. Zedvance Finance, a subsidiary of Zedcrest Group, was established in 2014 to provide business and retail financing solutions to individuals and enterprises across Nigeria. Group Managing Director of Zedcrest…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated the board of the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC), marking a step toward strengthening electricity sector governance and improving power supply in the state. The inauguration took place on Monday at Lagos House, Ikeja, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The move forms part of Lagos State’s efforts to build a sustainable and investor-friendly electricity market following the enactment of the Lagos Electricity Law in alignment with the Electricity Act 2023. Governor Sanwo-Olu said the inauguration represents a significant milestone in Lagos State’s plan to create a reliable electricity market capable of supporting economic…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) recorded a sharp decline in revenue in January 2026, with earnings falling to N2.57 trillion from N4.82 trillion in December 2025. The figures were disclosed in the company’s Monthly Report Summary for January 2026, which highlighted a significant contraction in revenue despite a marginal improvement in profit after tax. The report also showed that NNPC Ltd made statutory payments of N726 billion to the Federation Account in January, down from N1.27 trillion remitted in December 2025. NNPC Ltd noted that its gas operations remained steady during the period, providing a degree of operational stability amid…
Jaiz Bank Plc has appointed Omolara Muinat Ismail as Executive Director as part of efforts to strengthen its leadership team and accelerate growth in retail and SME banking. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday and signed by the bank’s Company Secretary, Mohammed Shehu. According to the bank, the appointment aligns with its strategy to deepen market penetration and expand its non-interest banking footprint across Nigeria. Jaiz Bank said the appointment became effective on February 28, 2026. “In accordance with Nigeria Exchange Limited (NGX) Rulebook, Jaiz Bank Plc (the Bank) hereby notifies NGX and the general public of the appointment of Omolara Muinat Ismail…
Former Super Eagles head coach Adegboye Onigbinde, who led Nigeria to the 2002 FIFA World Cup, has died at the age of 88. This was confirmed in a family statement signed by Bolade Adesuyi. In the message, the family described the late coach as a respected traditional chief and a pioneer of indigenous football coaching in Nigeria. The statement paid tribute to his contributions to Nigerian football and the legacy he leaves behind after decades of involvement in the sport. In the announcement shared by the family, they expressed gratitude for what they described as a fulfilled and impactful life. “With…
The British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF), on Monday distributed poultry packages to 50 women with disabilities engaged in the enterprise in Edo. Speaking during the distribution exercise in Benin, Mr Oludare Odusanya, General Manage, BATNF, said the beneficiaries were carefully selected for the empowerment programme. Odusanya, represented by Sadiq Waziri, Executive Director, Eco-lead Imperial Engineering and Global Resources Ltd., also said that the initiative aimed to promote sustainable poultry farming and improve rural livelihoods. According to him, we firmly believe that by investing in our communities, especially in the capable hands of resilient and enterprising women, we are planting…
Nigeria has secured the right to host the fifth edition of the biannual Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) in 2027, with a pledge to accelerate and transform intra-African trade and investment. The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, affirmed Nigeria’s pride at the development during the host agreement signing ceremony on Monday in Lagos. Ashenews gathered through NAN reports that the IATF, under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), serves as a marketplace that brings together continental and global players to explore business and investment opportunities in Africa. The fifth edition of the fair is scheduled to hold…
Women in Mining in Nigeria (WIMIN) have called for increased access to technical training and professional development to support women in the sector. The National President of the association, Dr Janet Adeyemi, made the call in a special message to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) on Monday in Abuja. The message was issued by the association’s National Publicity and Social Secretary, Ize Umar. Adeyemi said the association looked forward to stronger institutional support and safer working environments across mining operations. “This occasion(IWD) also reminds us that more progress is still needed to support women working in the sector. “ For…
The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) and Yakubu Gowon University have announced plans to establish an International Centre for Procurement, Governance, Integrity and Assurance. The Director-General of BPP, Dr Adebowale Adedokun said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Adedokun said the proposed centre aimed to position Nigeria as a leading hub for procurement expertise within the Economic Community of West African States region and beyond. He said the collaboration was formalised when the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of the school, Olanrewaju Tejuosho, led a delegation to visit him in Abuja. Adedokun described the initiative as a significant…