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 Seplat Energy Drives Media Entrepreneurship, Empowers 50 Journalists In Lagos

Manager, Corporate Communications, Seplat Energy Plc, Stanley Opara; CEO, DFD Smart & Standard Concept; officials of ELOH Consulting Ltd, and Capital Market, Judiciary and Business Journalists during the Seplat Energy Media Entrepreneurship Programmes organized in partnership with ELOH Consulting Ltd, where 50 media practitioners were trained in Lagos.

Seplat Energy Plc, foremost Nigerian independent energy Company, on the 25th and 26th June 2025, successfully trained 50 journalists covering the Capital Market, Judiciary, Finance and Business on Media Entrepreneurship.

The training, which was organized by the Company in conjunction with ELOH Consulting Limited, brought together 50 journalists covering Capital Market, Judiciary, Finance and Business across print, online and electronic media platforms.

The programme equipped participants with essential business acumen and  skills to thrive as entrepreneurs and future business leaders. The training helped participants deepen their understanding of strategic business principles, enhanced their management and leadership capabilities, and empowered them to build sustainable businesses that deliver impactful results.

The media training opened with a keynote address from the Manager, Corporate Communications, Seplat Energy Plc, Mr. Stanley Opara, who represented the Director, External Affairs & Social Performance, Seplat Energy, Mrs. Chioma Afe. According to him, apart from developing participants’ leadership and management capabilities, enabling them to create sustainable businesses and take on greater responsibilities in the evolving business landscape, the initiative also aims to nurture a new generation of media professionals who can drive enterprises and achieve significant business results.

Additionally, the programme fostered interaction between journalists and key anti-corruption and security agency stakeholders to broaden understanding of governance and operational frameworks.

The training featured a stellar lineup of facilitators and guest speakers including: Professor Pat Utomi: A renowned academic and thought leader delivered a session titled “Can Managers or Professionals (like Journalists) Make Good Entrepreneurs?” He explored the transition from professional roles to entrepreneurial success; Dr. Solomon Avbioroko: Former director at Coca-Cola International and a lecturer at the Lagos Business School shared insights on business management and entrepreneurship; and Mr. Olu Onakoya, a former Managing Director of Mobil Nigeria, provided valuable leadership and corporate governance perspectives.

Other facilitators include Nnamdi Uwaemelulam, who focused on Media Technology while Uloma Okoro, dwelt on “Developing a Business Model & Writing Winning Business Plans”.

In addition to business experts, the programme hosted key figures from Nigeria’s anti-corruption and security agencies. This segment was intended to foster critical dialogue on security and governance challenges in Nigeria.

Facilitators for this session included:Mr. Ola Olukoyede, Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC); Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu (SAN), Chairman Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC); and Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, Director-General, Department of State Services (DSS).

These officials engaged participants on topics including the fight against insecurity and corruption, intelligence gathering, and the legal frameworks supporting their operations.

Participants deeply appreciated Seplat Energy for organising a well-structured and impactful programme. They highlighted the training’s relevance in equipping them with skills to navigate the evolving media landscape and explore entrepreneurial opportunities.

Seplat Energy’s commitment to fostering professional development and entrepreneurship among journalists was evident, and the event set a new standard for future initiatives.

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Agbo Francis, Olawale Peace, Others Shine At 4th Cycling Lagos

L-R: Kosok Idrisi, Cycling Official ; Bamidele Adeleye, Convener Cycling Lagos;
Balogun Abdulazeez, Male Professional Sliver Medal Winner; Agbo Francis, Gold Medal Winner; Ibrahim Asiru, Bronze Medal Winner and Temilade Oluokun, Marketing Operations Officer, Samsung during the 4th Cycling Lagos held on Saturday June 28, 2025 at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
L-R: Kosok Idrisi, Cycling Official; Bamidele Adeleye, Convener Cycling Lagos;
Oyewole Kate, Female Professional Sliver Medal Winner; Olawale Peace, Gold Medal Winner and Azeez Medinate, Bronze Medal Winner during the 4th Cycling Lagos held on Saturday June 28, 2025 at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.

The National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, came alive on Saturday as cyclists from all corners of the country gathered in full force for the thrilling 4th edition of Cycling Lagos event.

Agbo Francis, a professional cyclist from Ogun State who placed second in 2024, clinched the gold medal in the male professional category. Balogun Abdulazeez from Lagos State took the silver, while the bronze went to the promising young athlete Ibrahim Asiru, also from Lagos.
In the female professional category, Olawale Peace from Oyo State—last year’s Amateur Race gold medalist—won gold again, this time in the professional class. Oyewole Kate, a young cyclist from Lagos who came third in 2024, moved up to claim silver, while Azeez Medinate from Oyo State secured the bronze medal.
Young cyclists also had their moment in the spotlight. In the Under-15 male category, Akinola Desting from Oyo State won gold, Goodluck Emmanuel from Osun State took silver, and Hamzat Keyinde, also from Oyo, claimed bronze.
For the Under-15 female category, Oyo State athletes dominated the podium: Azeez Hazanat won gold, Aminu Olamide took silver, and Odebiyi Iqnat earned bronze.
In the Under-10 male category, Amoo Malik from Ogun State came first, winning gold. Ridiwan Fuwad from Oyo State placed second for silver, and Bello Adams finished third with bronze.
The Under-10 female race saw Aminu Olamikposi from Oyo State take gold, followed by Azeez Amira with silver, and Abidoye Ayomide with bronze—both also from Oyo State.
Speaking at the event, the Convener of Cycling Lagos and Managing Director of BrandEscort Communications, Bamidele Adeleye, congratulated all participants.
“Let me specially congratulate all our winners for this year’s Cycling Lagos event. For those who didn’t win a medal, I still celebrate you. Your participation matters, and with more effort on the pedals, you might just be our champion in 2026,” he said.
Adeleye also expressed excitement over the visible progress of several athletes: “Agbo Francis, who came second last year, is now our gold medalist. Similarly, Olawale Peace has moved from winning in the amateur category to becoming a professional champion. This is the kind of growth we love to see.”
He called on both state and federal governments to invest more in sports development. “Sports is a global business that creates jobs and opportunities. Nigeria is blessed with millions of talented youths. With just a little support, they can shine on the world stage. But government must provide the right environment and backing to make this happen.”
“At Cycling Lagos, we remain committed to identifying, encouraging, and showcasing young Nigerian cyclists who are passionate about excelling in sports,” he added.
Cycling Lagos is an annual event designed to promote healthy living and a cycling culture among enthusiasts, corporate executives, and the wider public across Nigeria.
Themed “Sustainability Energy,” the 2025 edition was proudly sponsored by Samsung, with support from Nestlé Nigeria Plc, Mountains Energy Solution, Cway, Peak Yoghurt, Leadway Assurance, DStv, and the Lagos State Cycling Association.
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NLNG Commissions Medical Laboratory Complex In Bauchi

By Winifred Bosa

L–R: Engr. Dagogo Bouwari, Manager, Nigerian Content Development, NLNG; Dr. Yusuf Abdullahi, CMD, Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe; Sophia Horsfall, GM, External Relations & Sustainable Development, NLNG; Prof. Yusuf Bara Jibrin, CMD, ATBUTH; Prof. Y. M. Bashir, Tafida of Bauchi; and Iwokiri Aprioku, Head, Public Relations, NLNG, during the official handover of the newly commissioned laboratory complex donated through NLNG Hospital Support Programme (HSP) to the ATBUTH in Bauchi… on Thursday.

NLNG, recently commissioned a state-of-the-art modern laboratory complex at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), reaffirming its commitment to improving access to quality healthcare across the country.

The milestone is part of the company’s flagship Hospital Support Programme (HSP), an ongoing initiative aimed at improving Nigeria’s medical infrastructure and enhancing healthcare delivery nationwide.The commissioning is coming after a recent opening of a neonatal ward and intensive care unit at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Asaba by the Company.

The new facility, the tenth in the list of completed projects, is outfitted with advanced diagnostic technology, significantly boosting the hospital’s capacity for accurate and timely diagnosis.
 The laboratory complex harbours an Automated Tissue Processing Machine, Cryostat, Immunoassay Analyser, ELISA Washer, haematology systems, vein finders, and specialised microscopes.
The facility also features purpose-built workspaces for sample preparation and storage, solar-powered electrical systems for uninterrupted operations, automated access controls, and modern reception and waiting areas, all designed for safety, efficiency, and comfort.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Philip Mshelbila, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NLNG, represented by Sophia Horsfall, General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development, emphasised that the Hospital Support Programme offered Bauchi State a vital partnership and gave NLNG the opportunity to actualise its vision of improving lives sustainably through the provision of healthcare infrastructure.
 He noted that the programme reinforces NLNG’s belief in what is possible when private enterprise and public good align with purpose.
He stressed that the project was informed by a detailed needs assessment, resulting in a facility that would significantly enhance diagnostic capacity and provide better support to both clinicians and patients.
Mshelbila further remarked that NLNG was building a network of care across the country through HSP. He noted that the HSP has transformed medical services in all the beneficiary institutions, boosting the confidence of medical practitioners and raising public hope for improved healthcare.
Highlighting the pressing need for advanced diagnostic capabilities in Nigeria, especially in light of rising incidences of Lassa fever, antibiotic resistance, and cancer, Professor Yusuf Bara Jibrin, Chief Medical Director of ATBUTH, emphasised that the laboratory stands as “a fortress of response, equipped with the tools, technologies, and manpower to detect, analyse, and inform timely medical interventions.”
The CMD lauded NLNG for going beyond the bounds of corporate social responsibility, adding that ATBUTH had instituted a maintenance and operations framework to ensure the facility’s long-term sustainability.
The HSP has impacted ten health institutions across Nigeria, providing healthcare infrastructure for obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, occupational therapy, and neuromodulation rehabilitation, among others.
NLNG remains at the forefront of private sector contributions to healthcare delivery in Nigeria, investing not just in energy, but also in education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

Online Poster by — June 30, 2025 in News 0
Corridors To Trade Can Support Nigeria’s Protein Needs

By Fidelia Okafor

Keynote panel discussion analysing the food and nutrition security landscape of Nigeria. The panel was moderated by Foluso Alabi, Country Team Lead – Nigeria, USSEC

The U.S. Soybean Export Council hosted its signature “Nigeria: NOW” conference in Lagos this week, bringing together stakeholders across the government and private sectors, including poultry producers, nutritionists and more.

Participants dove into discussions about addressing Nigeria’s protein gap, trade and economic growth.

Speaking at the event, Acting U.S. Consul General, Lagos, Nigeria, JoEllen Gorg emphasized, “The U.S. Soybean Export Council’s Nigeria: NOW conference marks a pivotal milestone in creating a pathway for mutual prosperity and shared economic success. By addressing Nigeria’s protein gap, fostering innovation, and promoting best practices, the U.S. Soy industry is helping to build a resilient agricultural sector in Nigeria, ensuring long-term food security and economic stability.”

She added, “We are enthusiastic about the opportunities arising from the collaboration between USSEC and the U.S. Mission in Nigeria. This partnership is crucial in helping export-ready U.S. companies build business relationships with Nigerian agribusinesses, training Nigerians in new agricultural practices, and promoting the use of U.S. soy in Nigeria’s feed and food industries.”

Participation by high-level Nigerian stakeholders, including former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic; Engr. Seyi Makinde, Executive Governor of Oyo State; and Abisola Olusanya, Honorable Commissioner for Agriculture & Food System, Lagos State, emphasized the opportunity for greater collaboration between U.S. Soy and Nigeria.

With a population of over 236 million and growing, Nigeria’s protein consumption per capita remains low at only 45.4 grams per person per day compared to the FAO’s minimum recommended intake of 60 grams.  The global average is around 64 grams. While Nigeria grows soybeans domestically, demand significantly outpaces supply. The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service estimated Nigeria’s local production at around 1.15 million metric tons for the marketing year (MY) 2023/24, with the animal feed sector accounting for the majority of its use.

As a result of the demand-supply mismatch this year, Nigeria imported 62,100 metric tons of soybeans from the U.S. after a pause of six years.  This renewed access offers a promising opportunity for deeper collaboration between U.S. Soy and Nigeria.

“Trade is vital to the global economy and, more importantly, to local economies,” added Jim Sutter, USSEC CEO. “U.S. Soy is at the forefront of collaborating with its partners as a reliable supplier.”

Robert Alpers, a generational U.S. Soy farmer and United Soybean Director, echoed this, “I’m proud to be playing my role in helping to feed the world sustainably. As U.S. Soy farmers, we are committed to ensuring we produce more using fewer resources and reducing our environmental footprint.”

By strengthening relationships, building trust, and leveraging comparative advantage, Nigeria and U.S. Soy can achieve mutually beneficial economic growth and a protein-secure future.

Online Poster by — June 30, 2025 in Industry 0