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The Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) has received high praise from the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) for its exceptional efforts in protecting vital telecommunications infrastructure, resulting in the state recording the lowest incidence of vandalization nationwide. Adebayo, the Chairman of ALTON, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Ogun State Command Headquarters in Abeokuta recently He lauded the Command for its professionalism, rapid response capabilities, and successful intelligence-led operations. Adebayo specifically highlighted that Ogun State currently records the lowest incidents of vandalization, fibre cuts, and damages to…

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Mantrac Nigeria has revealed the strategic reasons behind its decision to offer fourteen Nigerian winners of the CAT Excavators Campaign an exclusive customer experience trip to Málaga, Spain. According to Emad Adeeb, Managing Director of Mantrac Nigeria, the core purpose of the trip was to provide customers with an excellent opportunity to witness Caterpillar innovation firsthand and forge a direct connection with the experts behind the powerful machines they utilize daily. “This trip strengthened the relationship we have with our customers and reinforced our commitment to providing the right solutions and support to help them achieve sustainable growth,” Mr. Adeeb…

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In an unprecedented move that has sent waves of excitement across Nigeria’s shopping community, Konga, the nation’s leading composite e-commerce group, has announced a one-week extension of its blockbuster Yakata sale campaign. Initially scheduled to end on November 30, 2025, Nigeria’s biggest sale of the year will now run until Saturday, December 6, 2025. The announcement came after a wave of public appeals from shoppers across the country, many of whom took to social media pleading for more time to enjoy the discounts. Comments and heartfelt posts poured in from customers saying they needed “just one more week” to buy…

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By Martin Ekpeke Over 3,500 people converged in Lagos today for the 2025 QNET Product Expo, where the global e-commerce direct-selling company showcased an impressive range of products focused on wellness, lifestyle, and education. The Regional Strategy and Marketing Manager, Mr. Berni Gaksch, who took Journalists and other Nigerians round the products, noted that the products introduced are set to significantly enhance the quality of life, business acumen, and environmental consciousness of Nigerians. Mr. Gaksch highlighted the company’s commitment to both sustainability and providing high-quality, specialized solutions, emphasizing the products’ deep relevance to the Nigerian market. Clean Water & Optimal…

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By Martin Ekpeke Nigeria’s rapid modernization, while bringing undeniable convenience, is creating a silent health crisis among its urban population, particularly the youth, executives from global direct-selling company QNET have warned. The executives, who spoke to Journalists at a product workshop in Lagos yesterday, noted that the combined forces of rising air pollution and relentless digital overload are causing a wave of lifestyle-related health concerns, pushing demand toward specialized wellness technology designed to restore the body’s natural balance. They painted a grim picture of modern urban life, where constant exposure to air pollutants from traffic and industrial activity, coupled with…

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By Martin Ekpeke Nigeria has emerged as a powerhouse in the global smartphone recovery, registering a massive 29% year-on-year surge in shipments in the third quarter of 2025 (Q3 2025). This dramatic rebound, highlighted in a new report by technology market analyst firm Omdia, signifies a major turnaround for the country after a challenging period of currency volatility in 2024. The Nigerian market’s performance significantly contributed to Africa’s overall 24% growth in smartphone shipments, which ended five quarters of decline across the continent. Globally, the smartphone market saw a modest 3% growth, positioning Nigeria’s recovery as a key driver for…

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FairMoney, a leading microfinance bank in Nigeria, has received an upgraded credit rating from Global Credit Ratings (GCR), Africa’s leading credit rating agency. The agency raised FairMoney’s long-term rating from BBB(NG) to BBB+(NG), while its short-term rating was upgraded from A3(NG) to A2(NG). Henry Obiekea, Director of FairMoney Nigeria, attributed the upgrade to the microfinance bank’s consistent strategic performance. He said the improved rating came because FairMoney has successfully and consistently managed portfolio credit risk downwards without hurting margins, positioning it as a top earner in the microlending market. This operational success is further supported by high customer demand and…

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The Iconic Brand Africa (TIBA) Conference 2025, themed “Thriving in Business & Career Through Innovation & Resilience”, brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for a day of learning, reflection, and strategic conversations. The event also recognised individuals making progress across sectors, including Linda Ochugbua, who was named among the Top 10 Exceptional Professionals of the Year in Branding and Communications. Ochugbua has over 17 years of professional experience, with 12 years in the media industry. She is currently the Digital Sales Manager at BusinessDay Media, where she oversees digital sales strategy and leads a team of sales executives and…

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PalmPay, Nigeria’s leading digital banking platform, and Jumia, a leading e-commerce platform, are partnering to make this year’s Black Friday shopping experience more rewarding for shoppers from November 7th to December 1st. Since the campaign, themed “Shop Smart, Earn Big!”, began, shoppers have been rewarded with cashback on their purchases when they shop on Jumia and pay with PalmPay. With the campaign in its last week, more customers will be rewarded for spending between ₦5,000 and ₦20,000, receiving ₦1,000 cashback, while those who spend ₦20,000 or more will receive ₦2,000 cashback. This exclusive offer is open to the first 300…

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Companies are realising that their people want to do good. And everyone wanting a realistic work-life balance also wants the doing-good part to fit around everything else. Volunteering shouldn’t feel like another task squeezed in somewhere. Corporate volunteering is changing shape because it has to. Digital tools stepped in first, then came those clever apps everyone kept downloading and forgetting to open again. And now there is this wave of AI, waiting to shift things around for the good. Here’s how all of it is evolving. When Technology Steps In to Untangle the Mess In large corporations, or volunteer teams…

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