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The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has issued an open message to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, expressing its dismay over the recent sealing of factories in Lagos State by the Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO). The Commission’s action was taken due to the purported refusal of the factories to pay the imposed water […]
Polaris Bank over the weekend, added yet another feather to its cap by winning Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards (SERAS), Africa’s most renowned and prestigious Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) recognition, for its consistent and impactful critical community interventions across Nigeria over the years. At the 18th edition of the SERAS Awards, held at the Oriental […]
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) is urging stakeholders to adhere to standards in leather and textile sector, which has the potential to enable the leverage into the lucrative global market valued at over $1 trillion. To achieve this, SON has been working closely with manufacturers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure Nigerian leather and […]
The Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Police Affairs Mr. Yusuf Abubakar Argungu has encouraged all the staff to go the extra mile in meeting customer needs and expectations in line with the government’s efforts to provide improved services to Nigerians. He made this known during the Year 2024 Servicom Customer Service Week held at the […]
The manufacturing sector in Nigeria continues to face significant hurdles, as highlighted by the subdued growth recorded in the third quarter of 2024 (Q3’24). With a growth rate of just 2.18 percent, the sector ranked among the least performing in the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Q3’24 GDP report. Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) said […]
A former Chairman of the Non-Metallic and Minerals Products Sectoral Group/Council Member of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Mr. Afam Mallinson Ukatu, has urged the Federal Government to channel energy and focus more investment in the non-metallic mining sector. Ukatu, who is also the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mallinson & Partners, stated in […]
Nestlé Nigeria emerged winner of the “NECA Excellence Award in Food & Beverages (Food) category at the “Employers’ Excellence Awards 2024”, organized by Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), in Lagos recently. The Company was also recognized for its investment in sustainability with the “Visible Impact Award in Investment in SDG and Green Projects” award. […]
The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) will host a one-day workshop to enhance the knowledge of media practitioners and finance reporters, particularly members of the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN). The workshop, scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., aims to improve journalists’ understanding of taxation terminologies and contemporary […]
Airtel Africa, a leading telecommunications and mobile money services provider with presence in 14 countries across the continent, has announced the appointment of Dinesh Balsingh as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, effective 1st November 2024. By this appointment, Balsingh also becomes a member of the Executive Council for the Airtel […]
The Aké Arts and Books Festival has kicked off with a bang, bringing together literature lovers, artists, and creatives from across Africa and beyond. At the heart of this vibrant celebration is Sterling Bank, which has served as a dedicated headline sponsor for eight consecutive years, playing a key role in elevating Africa’s creativity and […]