PZ Cussons boosts research at UniJos with equipment donation

Onome Amuge Consumer goods giant PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc has strengthened its commitment to supporting scientific research and education in Nigeria through a donation of modern chemistry equipment to the University of Jos (UNIJOS). The  initiative, executed in collaboration with the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP), is considered a component of the […]

UBA Group supports African peace with $500,000 contribution to AU Peace Fund

Business a.m. Dagmawit Moges Bekele, director of the Peace Fund Secretariat, African Union,  and Tony Elumelu, Group Chairman, United Bank for Africa(UBA), during the signing ceremony of agreement for the landmark donation of $500,000 to the African Union (AU) Peace Fund in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia at the weekend. Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa […]

Tony Elumelu Foundation, UAE partner to empower 1,000 African entrepreneurs

Joy Agwunobi The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), a leading  philanthropy committed to empowering young African entrepreneurs across all 54 African countries, has entered into a $6 million strategic partnership with the UAE Office of Development Affairs and the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, an affiliate of Erth Zayed. According to the foundation, the collaboration […]

Access Holdings launches AccessGive to honour Herbert Wigwe’s legacy

 Business a.m. L-R: Mia Mottley, prime minister of Barbados; Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, chairman, Access Holdings Plc; His wife, Ofovwe; Tochi Wigwe; Hannah Wigwe, daughters of late Herbert Wigwe; David Wigwe, son, during the first year memorial of late Herbert Wigwe, his wife Doreen, and son Chizi, held in Lagos…Sunday Access Holdings PLC has unveiled the AccessGive […]

Lafarge Africa deploys 155 trucks to boost customers’ business operations

Business a.m. Lafarge Africa, a leading innovative and sustainable building solutions company, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting customer growth and operational excellence through the allocation of 155 trucks aimed at enhancing logistics capabilities.  This milestone initiative, according to the company, underscores its commitment to empowering customers and fostering long-term partnerships built on mutual growth […]

ANOH Gas provides eye care in 11 communities

 Launches “Sight First” medical outreach 2.0  R-L: Effiong Okon (standing), AGPC’s managing director; Wolter Wielenga, general manager (Technical);  Fred Asoluka, GM Finance; and Mofe Eromosele, CSLA;   at the second edition of the ‘Sight First’ CSR Programme, held for the company’s host and impacted communities in Assa, Owerri, Imo State.  The executive management team of ANOH […]

UBA donates N500m to Lagos State Security Trust Fund

Pledges support for State’s effort at improving security United Bank for Africa (UBA) through UBA Foundation, its corporate social responsibility arm, has donated the sum of N500 million to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), as part of its continued commitment to secure the environment for individuals and businesses. The N500m cheque was presented […]

Access Bank supports PHCs in Eti-Osa East LCDA with CSR initiative

Business a.m. Access Bank Plc, as part of its Employee Volunteering Program and commitment to making a positive impact in local communities, has recently partnered with five primary healthcare centers (PHCs) in Eti-Osa East Local Council Development Area (LCDA) to enhance access to quality healthcare for residents. Prior to launching the initiative, Access Bank stated […]

ASR Africa embarks on N250m laboratory project at UNILAG

Onome Amuge R-L:  Folasade Ogunsola, vice-chancellor, University of Lagos; Ubon Udoh, managing director/CEO, ASR-Africa; Oluwatoyin Ogundipe,  immediate past VC, UNILAG; Lucian Chukwu, deputy vice-chancellor (Management Services);  and Olakunle Makinde, the Ag. Registrar, during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Abdul Samad Rabiu Laboratory Complex in UNILAG, recently. The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa), the […]