Dangote Cement plans block moulders academy to address building collapse
Cynthia Ezekwe
August 9, 2023
By Cynthia Ezekwe. Dangote Cement Plc has announced plans to establish Block Moulders Academy, as an avenue to stem the spate of building collapse in the country. The company made this known in a statement signed by Francis Awowole-Browne, Media and Communications Personnel, Dangote Industries Ltd. The rising spate of building collapse in Nigeria, especially […]
ASR Africa donates N500m vehicles to support NDLEA operations
Business a.m.August 8, 2023
Business A.M The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa) has donated 25 units of utility vehicles worth N500 million to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to boost its operations across Nigeria. A statement by the philanthropic organisation said the donation to the agency is drawn from the ASR Africa Security Sector Support […]
ASR Africa commences N1bn career devt.,renewable natural resources centres at University of Ibadan
Isaac JayeolaJuly 31, 2023
The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa) has flagged off the construction of a 2,000 square metre career and renewable natural resources center at the University of Ibadan, aimed at providing counseling and career support to students of the university and exploring the potential of cleaner energy solutions for the institution. The development comes […]
GTCO holds conference to empower voices for autism awareness
Cynthia EzekweJuly 20, 2023
Cynthia Ezekwe Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has announced dates for its 2023 autism conference and follow-up consultations, tagged “Empowering voices for autism’’ to promote inclusivity and self-advocacy for persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) According to the financial services group, the GTCO autism conference has grown to become a reference point for autism […]
VFD Group PLC plans major equity listing on NGX
Business a.m.June 6, 2023
By Business A.M. VFD Group Plc is pleased to announce its intention to list on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX). This strategic move will allow the company to gain access to public equity markets, increase its visibility, and strengthen its financial position. VFD Group Plc is a leading proprietary investment company with a proven track […]
ASR Africa launches tech-based mentorship programme for girls in tertiary institutions across northern Nigeria
Business a.m.June 1, 2023
By Business A.M. The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa) has unveiled a pivotal mentorship programme tailored for young female students at the Federal College of Education, Technical (FCET), Gusau,Zamfara State. The philanthropic brainchild of Abdul Samad Rabiu, chairman of BUA Group, explained that the initiative,which was birthed and draws inspiration from the principles […]
VFD Group announces new board appointments
Business a.m.May 31, 2023
By Business A.M. VFD Group Plc, a sector-agnostic proprietary investment firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Adegboyega Fatoki and Ms. Omolola Bolusire on its board, at the recently concluded Annual General Meeting which took place on the 25th of May 2023. Mr. Adegboyega Fatoki brings over 37 years of experience […]
Majority shareholder unbundles equity holdings in VFD Group
Business a.m.May 31, 2023
By Business A.M. PremiumGreen Limited, the largest single shareholder of VFD Group Plc, has received unanimous approval from its esteemed board and shareholders on a momentous decision to unbundle its holdings in VFD Group through a transparent distribution process that will enable its shareholders to hold shares directly in VFD Group. This decision follows […]
Bolt canvasses inclusive financial opportunities for women
Olivia NnoromApril 7, 2023
By Olivia Nnorom Top Mobility app, Bolt, has enjoined organisations on the need to contribute a quota to inclusive financial opportunities for Nigerian women, especially on the provision of financial literacy and independence which are relevant tools required to empower the female gender. This was the centre of discussion at a recent summit organised by […]
Rite Foods supports start-up recyclers in CEIP recycling training programme
Business a.m.March 30, 2023
By Business A.M. As part of its eco-friendly initiative, Rite Foods Limited, an indeginous and world-class foods and beverages manufacturing company, has powered the innovation scheme for start-up recyclers on how to use modern technology and creativeness in mopping plastics from the environment for recycling purposes, and by further impacting on the society through their […]