Author: Rommy Imah

ROXETTES MOTORS is advancing its clean mobility strategy in Nigeria with plans to expand commercial DC Fast Charging infrastructure across Abia State, a move designed to accelerate electric vehicle adoption and support government-led electrification of public transport. The company disclosed this following a strategic exploration of Umuahia urban and key traffic corridors last weekend. Speaking after an on-the-spot technical and operational assessment of its existing charging stations, Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Kaycee Orji confirmed that all installed charging piles in Abia State are performing optimally. “I personally carried out an on-the-spot assessment of our charging stations across Abia State last…

From bustling Wuse Market in Abuja to the shores of Alpha Beach in Lagos, hundreds of Nigerians joined hands on Saturday, November 29, 2025, to tackle plastic and waste pollution in a sweeping environmental cleanup exercise. The effort, spearheaded by Sterling One Foundation in collaboration with Sterling Bank, Sunbeth, government agencies, and partner organizations, underscored the power of community-led action in restoring Nigeria’s environment. The initiative, aligned with the United Nations Decade of Action, spanned 17 states and brought together environmental experts, youth groups, and government representatives to remove waste, promote recycling awareness, and advocate for responsible disposal practices. Tunde…

Nigeria is staking its claim as the next frontier of the global digital economy, driven by a young, digital-native population and a rapidly expanding market. At the heart of this ambition is the country’s collaboration with the United States to build a secure, trusted, and resilient digital ecosystem, with emphasis on data privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and capacity building. The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, reaffirmed this commitment while delivering an address at the Nigeria Data Privacy Capacity Building Workshop organised by the U.S. Department of State, in collaboration with the…

In a bold move to empower consumers with instant financial rewards, Premier Cool has unveiled its nationwide “10K for 10K” promotion in collaboration with PalmPay, Nigeria’s leading digital bank. The initiative will distribute a staggering ₦100 million directly into PalmPay wallets, rewarding 10,000 Nigerians with ₦10,000 each. Running from January 12 to April 11, 2026, the campaign will see 111 winners announced daily, ensuring thousands of participants experience the excitement of instant cash prizes throughout the three-month period. Speaking on the campaign, the MD PZ Cussons Africa, Mr Oghale Elueni, said “At a time when financial pressure is real for…

MultiChoice Nigeria has announced a change in its top leadership, with Chief Executive Officer John Ugbe set to retire and Kemi Omotosho appointed to succeed him as Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria, effective January 2026. The company said the transition follows a structured succession process designed to ensure continuity in leadership and operations. Ugbe is stepping down after nearly 15 years at the helm, a period during which MultiChoice Nigeria navigated significant shifts in consumer behaviour, technology, and regulation across the pay-TV and broader media landscape. During his tenure, he oversaw efforts to strengthen the company’s operational framework and position the…

In a decisive move to strengthen consumer protection in the telecommunications and financial services sectors, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have jointly developed a comprehensive framework to resolve consumer complaints arising from failed airtime and data transactions. The initiative aligns with the consumer-centric mandates of both regulators and targets recurring issues linked to network downtimes, system glitches, and human input errors that often result in subscribers being debited without receiving value. The framework is the product of several months of intensive engagements involving the NCC, the CBN, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Value Added…

As the nation embraces the possibilities of a fresh calendar year, Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce platform, has officially announced the launch of its inaugural shopping campaign of 2026, tagged Konga Jara. It is designed to help shoppers transform new year aspirations into tangible realities through exceptional deals, setting the tone for a year of value-driven shopping, customer-focused innovation, and accessible technology for Nigerians nationwide. Konga Jara brings a combination of mouthwatering deals across multiple product categories, with a standout offer of 25 per cent discount on Starlink internet kits, alongside free nationwide delivery. The campaign draws its name from…

As part of its commitment to inclusive community development and in the spirit of the festive season, Fidelity Bank Plc has extended charitable support to Oluyole Cheshire Home in Ibadan, Oyo State, through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform, the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP). The outreach saw the donation of food items, toiletries, and other essential supplies to children living with disabilities at the home, aimed at easing operational costs and enhancing the welfare of the beneficiaries during the festive season and beyond. Speaking during the visit, the Divisional Head, Brand and Communications Division, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr. Meksley…

Tier-one lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced a leadership transition at the board level, with the completion of the tenure of its Chairman, Mr. Mustafa Chike-Obi, effective December 31, 2025, and the appointment of Mrs. Amaka Onwughalu as the new Chairman of the Board, effective January 1, 2026. The Bank stated that the board changes are in line with its internal governance and succession policies and have been duly communicated to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), and other relevant stakeholders. During Mr. Chike-Obi’s tenure, Fidelity Bank recorded several strategic and financial milestones. Under his…

Dr. Evans Woherem, an award-winning African technology researcher, analyst, and writer, has proposed a comprehensive and implementable strategy to end terrorism, banditry, and criminal violence in Nigeria, warning that the country’s prolonged insecurity has reached a critical point that demands urgent, coordinated action. Titled “A Comprehensive Strategy for Ending Terrorism, Banditry, and Criminal Violence in Nigeria: A Pragmatic, Multi-Layered, and Implementable Framework,” the white paper presents a holistic roadmap designed to reverse more than a decade of escalating violence that has claimed thousands of lives, displaced communities, weakened local economies, and eroded public trust in governance. According to Woherem, insecurity…