MTN Nigeria, WWF launch youth-driven PachiPanda challenge for environmental sustainability

Joy Agwunobi MTN Nigeria, in collaboration with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and its local partner, the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), has launched a new initiative aimed at empowering young entrepreneurs to develop innovative solutions for pressing environmental challenges in Africa. The initiative, known as the “Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge,” is an open call […]

Dangote Cement launches industrial internship scheme to boost career prospects for tertiary students 

Business a.m. Dangote Cement Plc, a leading player in the Nigerian cement industry, has launched a new internship scheme for students in tertiary institutions across the country. The programme offers a fully funded, one-year internship to selected candidates, providing them with a hands-on learning experience. Tunde Mabogunje, the Lagos regional sales director of Dangote Cement […]

ASR Africa flags off construction of N280m publishing house at Babcock University

Business a.m. Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa), the philanthropic arm of the Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has commenced the construction of the Abdul Samad Rabiu Integrated Publishing House, a project valued at N280 million, for Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. The Abdul Samad Rabiu integrated publishing house is set to […]

Canon, WISCAR initiative empowers 15 Nigerian women in photography industry

Onome Amuge Canon, a global leader in imaging and print solutions, has in partnership with the Women in Successful Careers (WISCAR), a non-profit women empowerment organisation, concluded the Women Who Empower initiative, equipping 15 Nigerian women with the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to shape a more diverse and inclusive future in the imaging and […]

Access Bank UK hosts Polo Day to raise education funds

Business a.m. Access Bank UK Limited has concluded arrangements to host its annual Polo Day at Guards Polo Club, Windsor, on Saturday, July 20. The Access Bank UK Polo Day, an annual charity event, which is part of the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), is the culmination of a year-long fund-raising programme in partnership with […]

GTCO’s autism conference offers opportunities to empower autism spectrum community

Onome Amuge Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) is setting the stage for a game-changing conversation about inclusivity and self-advocacy with its upcoming 2024 Autism Conference, themed“A Spectrum of Possibilities”. As part of this event, the financial services group has planned a series of thought-provoking events aimed at celebrating the unique potential of individuals living […]

ACT Foundation launches 2024 Changemakers Innovation Challenge to drive sustainable change across Africa

Joy Agwunobi Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation has launched the 2024 Changemakers Innovation Challenge. Themed “Driving Change With Digital Innovation”, the initiative aims to support and empower grassroots community non-profits and social enterprises that utilise technology to drive positive change in the lives of people and communities. In a move that underscores the importance of […]