NGO trains over 20,000 undergraduates on plastic pollution
By Peter Egwuatu U-Recycle Initiative Africa, a youth-led Non-Governmental Organisation, NGO, has trained over twenty thousand youths across four federal universities in Nigeria through the second edition of its flagship multi-year initiative for universities, called PlasticWize 2.0. The NGO is advancing environmental education, circular economy solutions, and climate action across Africa. Through PlasticWize 2.0, themed, “Redefining […]
Mutual Benefits pays N13.6bn claims in Q1’26
By Rosemary Iwunze Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc has paid claims of N13.6 billion to policyholders across its General Insurance and Life Business portfolios in the first quarter of 2026. The company noted that the impressive payout underscores the company’s enduring commitment to prompt claims settlement, financial strength and the fulfillment of its core promise to […]
Access ARM Pensions grows revenue to N42.4bn, declares N2 dividend
…Profit rises 48% to N16.1bn Access ARM Pensions has posted a sharp rise in revenue in its first full financial year following the merger between Access Pensions and ARM Pensions, underscoring the scale benefits and operational efficiencies already being unlocked from the combination. The pension fund administrator grew gross revenue by 50.4 percent to N42.4 […]
First Bank named Nigeria’s strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance
First Bank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has been recognised as the strongest brand in Nigeria in the “Nigeria 25 2026” ranking by Brand Finance, a leading independent brand valuation and strategy consultancy. The Bank achieved an AAA+ rating, the highest possible distinction, underscoring its unmatched brand strength and leadership […]
Why agriculture must wear a new face — Xtralarge boss
By Cynthia Alo The Group Managing Director of Xtralarge Farms and Resorts, has called for a radical transformation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, urging stakeholders to “re-adorn” farming and reposition it as a profitable, modern enterprise capable of driving food security and economic growth. Speaking at the 2026 Vanguard Economic Discourse in Lagos, the agribusiness leader […]
AXA Mansard grows insurance revenue by 22% to ₦160.6bn, navigates profit dip amid FX volatility
By Rosemary Iwunze AXA Mansard Insurance Plc has reported a 22 per cent increase in insurance revenues to ₦160.56 billion for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, underlining sustained growth momentum despite a challenging macroeconomic environment marked by inflationary pressures and foreign exchange volatility. The insurer, a member of the AXA Group, disclosed this […]
