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Industry Leaders To Discuss AI Opportunities, Challenges At BJAN Conference

By Winifred Bosa

Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN) has announced the theme and line up of speakers at its 2025 Annual Conference, themed: “AI and Future of Marketing Workflow: Disruption or Opportunity.”

The conference will hold on November 28, 2025, at Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos and bring together key stakeholders from Nigeria’s integrated marketing and communications industry.

The event will be chaired by Mr. Udeme Ufot, Group Chief Executive Officer, SO&U Limited, one of Nigeria’s foremost advertising agencies. Under his leadership, the conference will provide a platform for industry professionals to explore how AI is transforming marketing strategies, advertising, and consumer engagement.

According to BJAN Chairman Mr. Daniel Obi, the conference is designed to foster robust dialogue among professionals across public relations, brand and reputation management advertising, integrated marketing communications (IMC), and related sectors.

“AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a present reality reshaping industries and economies. This year’s conference will help stakeholders understand how to adapt, leverage opportunities, and navigate the ethical considerations of AI adoption,” Obi stated.

The speakers and panel members are: Dr. Cherry Eromosele, Executive Vice President, Group Marketing & Corporate Communications, Interswitch Group; Mr. Folajimi Daodu, Chief Executive Officer, Vault Hill; Dr. Lekan Fadolapo, Director-General, Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) and Bethel Obioma, Head, Corporate Communications, Sahara Group
presenting.

The conference will also feature a panel discussion with experts from advertising, technology, banking, and telecommunications, including Emma Adeniran, an ICT Expert; Morolake Emokpaire, Marketing Lead, Cadbury Nigeria Plc; Lanre Basamta, CEO/Co-founder, Optimus AI Labs; Austin Onyebuchi Akosa, Chief Information Officer, UBA and Dr. Seyi Akindeinde, Founder Hyperspace Technologies.

The panel will examine emerging trends, ethical concerns, and strategic opportunities for AI adoption in marketing and business operations.

As the forenost group of journalists converting the integrated marketing terrain in Nigeria, BJAN’s annual conference has become a veritable platform for learning, networking, and robust dialogue on industry issues.

The 2025 edition will bring together business leaders, regulators, marketers, consumers, and journalists to explore how AI can drive innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness in Nigeria’s marketing and communications landscape.

Participants will also be afforded network, collaboration opportunities, along with vibrant ideas towards developing strategies for responsible and effective AI integration into marketing workflows.

Winifred Bosa by — November 10, 2025 in brands and Marketing
APC Condemns Post- Election  Violence, Vows to Gather Evidence  After APGA’s Soludo Declared Winner in Anambra. 

By Nnedinma Michael 
The Anambra State Governorship election has come to conclusion  as INEC declared APGA candidate ,Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo  as winner.
In a Press briefing by APC Candidate, Prince (Dr)  Nicholas Chukwujekwu Ukachukwu  commended all APC supporters for coming out en masse and vote despite intimidations by the rulling party, All Progressives Grand Alliance(APGA).
He said that the APC Deputy Governor candidate, Hon.(Mrs)Uche Ekwunife was attacked by APGA supporters which left so many casualties. He said that APC Deputy Governor candidate is on the run for safety. Also,the house of an APC supporter was burnt down by APGA supporters and up till the time of the press release no arrest has been made by the Police.
In his statement, Ukachukwu
said” for now ,we want to collect all information from the polling units to State level which will enable us know the next step to take”  he concluded. “
He also applauded the media for their excellent coverage during the election.
Online Poster by — November 10, 2025 in News
Nigerian Banks To Drive Economic Growth Through Recapitalization And Financial Inclusion

Amaka Obiefuna

 

 

The Association of Corporate Affairs Managers of Banks (ACAMB) has emphasized the importance of recapitalization and financial inclusion in driving economic growth in Nigeria. The association made this known at the ongoing Olumo ’25 National Retreat in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

 

According to Rasheed Bolarinwa, President of ACAMB, the recent recapitalization exercise is a catalyst for Nigerian banks to become stronger, more trusted, and inclusive institutions that can support the country’s ambition of a $1 trillion economy.

 

The retreat, themed “Banks’ Recapitalization and Beyond: Amplifying Brand Resilience and Stakeholders’ Financial Inclusivity,” brought together policymakers, banking professionals, and industry experts to discuss the future of the banking sector.

 

Bolarinwa noted that beyond balance sheet growth, the real value lies in brand resilience and expanding financial inclusion for MSMEs, women-led enterprises, and the unbanked in rural areas. He urged participants to approach the retreat with renewed enthusiasm, open minds, and a collaborative spirit.

 

The retreat is designed to provide a platform for high-level knowledge sharing, masterclasses, and networking opportunities. Participants will engage in plenary and breakout sessions, visit the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library complex, and take part in a serene boat ride, among other activities.

 

The ACAMB President expressed gratitude to the sponsors, organizing committee, facilitators, and participants for making the event a success. He emphasized that the retreat is a movement to redefine the industry narrative, strengthen professional bonds, and reinforce the voice of Nigerian banking.

 

Delivering a keynote address at the Association of Corporate Affairs Managers of Banks (ACAMB) National Retreat held in Abeokuta, Ogun State, the CBN Deputy Governor in charge of Financial System Stability, Mr. Philip Ikeazor, said the exercise is designed to build a stronger, more resilient, and inclusive financial system that supports Nigeria’s aspiration of becoming a $1trn economy by 2030.

 

Speaking on the theme, “Banks Recapitalisation and Beyond: Amplifying Brand Resilience & Stakeholders’ Financial Inclusivity,” Ikeazor described the recapitalisation policy as a bold statement of ambition and resilience rather than a mere regulatory directive.

 

He stressed that banks must leverage stronger capital bases to expand credit to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), enhance financing for women and youth, and deepen investments in digital innovation and artificial intelligence.

 

“The true goal of this exercise is not to create bigger banks, but better banks, banks that are safe, sound, well-governed, innovative, and inclusive,” Ikeazor stated.

 

“A stronger capital base must translate into tangible outcomes such as expanded credit to MSMEs, enhanced financing for marginalised groups, and greater investment in technology-driven solutions that improve financial inclusion.”

 

Ikeazor explained that the CBN’s recapitalisation directive, which set new minimum capital requirements of ₦500bn for international banks, ₦200 billion for national banks, and ₦50bn for regional banks, aims to strengthen the capacity of Nigerian banks to withstand global shocks and remain competitive in an increasingly volatile economic environment.

Online Poster by — November 10, 2025 in News
Soludo In Landslide Victory  As INEC Declares Anambra Governorship Election Results

 
*APC in 2nd Position 
The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has officially declared Prof Charles Soludo winner of the Anambra State Governorship election conducted Saturday, Nov 8,2025.
Soludo, according to Prof. Edoba Omoregie, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Edo State who served as Returning Officer for the election declared the incumbent governor winner, thereby giving him mandate for a second term, of another four years.
The result was announced early this morning, Sunday.
The Returning Officer, while declaring the results noted that Prof Soludo polled a total of 422,664 votes to be re-elected for second term, while the All Progressives Congress, APC, Nicholas Ukachukwu  came second with 99,445 of total votes cast.
“The election was contested and a winner emerged, the candidate with the highest number of votes cast, and percentage have all been computed. I, therefore, declare that Soludo Charles Chukwuma, of the APGA, having satisfied the requirements of the law, has scored the highest number of votes in this election, is hereby, declared the winner, and return elected,” Omoregie summarized.
The Labour Party candidate, Chief George Moghalu said he would come up with formal reaction later today.
The ADC candidate, Chief Chuma Nwosu also postponed his reaction to later today.
But his aide Barrister Ben Chuks Nwosu decried what happened in the election as nauseating.
According to him it was akin to an open stock market of cash buying and selling of votes at the polling areas all over the state.
Chief Dozie Nwankwo, a chieftain of APGA and two-time House of Reps member who ran for Anambra Central senatorial election for APGA in the last general election said the Governorship poll result wasn’t surprising to anyone.
According to him, any keen and sincere follower of trends in Anambra State knows that Gov Soludo would have no real challenge. He did so well that everyone want the solution to continue for the next four years.
Gov Soludo deserve his second term so as not to interrupt all ongoing solution projects.
He also would not want disrupt the zoning flow of events and governance in Anambra.
I humbly congratulate him and APGA for a landslide victory.
Online Poster by — November 10, 2025 in News
NDIC Gets Stronger Legal Backing To Shut Down Failed Banks

By Fidelia Okafor 
The Managing Director/Chief Executive (MD/CE) of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Mr. Thompson Oludare Sunday, has stated that the Corporation now operates under stronger and more effective laws to carry out its bank liquidation mandate.
Mr. Sunday made this known when he received the President/Chairman of Council of the Business Recovery and Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN), Mr. Chimezie Victor Ihekweazu (SAN), and members of his council on a courtesy visit to the NDIC Headquarters in Abuja.
According to the NDIC Chief Executive, the Corporation’s powers in the area of the liquidation of failed insured institutions have been significantly enhanced with the   enactment of the NDIC Act No. 30 of 2023, together with the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020. He noted that the NDIC is now better positioned to prosecute parties at fault for bank failures, unlike in the past when insufficient legal provisions allowed such individuals to evade accountability.
Mr. Sunday expressed his appreciation to the National Assembly for addressing the long-standing challenge of a weak legal framework that had constrained the Corporation’s operations. He also commended the judiciary for its growing expertise in deposit insurance law and practice, as demonstrated by the effective adjudication of failed bank cases through judgments that have brought relief to depositors.
“The enhanced powers granted to the Corporation under the NDIC Act 30 of 2023, the BOFIA 2020 and the improved understanding of the judiciary, have made it impossible for individuals to hide under the law to escape liability,” the NDIC Boss stated. “With stronger legal backing, individuals now approach the Corporation to settle out of court, not necessarily because the law has caught up with them, but because they can see that the noose is tightening around those responsible for bank failures.”
Mr. Sunday attributed the Corporation’s ability to realise sufficient assets to declare a first round of liquidation dividends to the uninsured depositors of defunct Heritage bank Limited within one year of the revocation of its licence, to the positive impact of the new legal framework. He reiterated that the NDIC would continue to leverage the strengthened laws while collaborating with BRIPAN and other stakeholders to enhance the effective discharge of its mandate.
In his remarks, the BRIPAN President/Chairman of Council, Mr. Chimezie Victor Ihekweazu (SAN), highlighted the association’s efforts and achievement in harmonising all insolvency-related laws in the country into a unified framework. He noted that this has significantly addressed the challenges of ineffective insolvency and business recovery practices, while introducing more viable options for solvency resolution.
He also emphasized BRIPAN’s strong focus on capacity building, calling for further collaboration between the Corporation and his association. Mr. Ihekweazu called for closer collaboration among stakeholders, to strengthen insolvency and business recovery practices in Nigeria.
Online Poster by — November 10, 2025 in News