Author: Rommy Imah

Access Bank Plc has launched the Access SME App as part of efforts to deepen financial inclusion and equip Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with digital tools to improve productivity, enhance customer experience and drive sustainable business growth. The launch, which took place at the Access Bank MSME Conference in Lagos, also featured calls by technology and business leaders for entrepreneurs to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation to remain competitive in an increasingly digital economy. Speaking at the event, Group Head, SME Banking at Access Bank, Abiodun Olubitan, described MSMEs as the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, saying…

The drive to close Nigeria’s gender digital divide gained fresh momentum as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) sealed a partnership with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) to advance women’s digital inclusion and strengthen the nation’s transformation agenda. The collaboration was formalized during a courtesy visit to NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, by a NAWOJ delegation led by National President Comrade Aishatu Ibrahim, who introduced the agency to the forthcoming Women in Security (WINSEC) Summit & Awards 2026. Represented by Dr. Aristotle Onumo, Director of Stakeholders Management and Partnerships, Inuwa pledged NITDA’s active participation and support for…

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) has dismissed a preliminary objection filed by Pan African Towers (PAT), clearing the way for the substantive hearing of a suit instituted by the company’s former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Azeez Amida, over alleged outstanding contractual entitlements. In a ruling delivered on July 21, 2026, in Suit No. NICN/LA/143/2025: Mr. Azeez Amida v. Pan African Towers Limited, Honourable Justice Essien rejected the company’s bid to terminate the proceedings on jurisdictional grounds and awarded ₦500,000 in costs against Pan African Towers, describing the application as lacking merit. The decision marks the…

Samsung Electronics West Africa on Wednesday strengthened its leadership in the foldable smartphone market with the unveiling of its most advanced Galaxy Z lineup yet, introducing devices designed to make foldable technology more accessible while delivering enhanced productivity, entertainment and personal expression. Leading the new lineup is the all-new Galaxy Z Fold8, a next-generation foldable smartphone that ushers in a new era of mobile experiences through a refreshed design and innovative form factor tailored to the way people work, explore, discover and enjoy content. The latest Galaxy Z series marks a significant evolution in Samsung’s foldable portfolio, opening a new…

Key Highlights of the Report: Over $700 Million Disbursed to MSMEs Financial Services Expanded to More Than 20 Million Users Strong Push for Financial Inclusion Women-Owned Businesses Receive Major Support Measurable Economic and Social Impact Moniepoint has disclosed that it disbursed more than $700 million in loans to Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in 2025, with three out of every four merchants on its platform accessing formal business credit for the first time, underscoring the fintech company’s growing role in driving financial inclusion and economic growth in Nigeria. The figures are contained in the company’s 2025 Impact Report, which…

For many students, surviving lectures, assignments, and examinations is demanding enough. For Ojeogu Chinazaekpere Clara, a student of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) from Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, academic life is only one part of a much bigger story. Away from the classroom, Clara has quietly carved a niche for herself as a self-taught content creator, videographer, video editor, and social media manager. Armed with determination, creativity and an unwavering commitment to learning, she has transformed simple ideas into viral TikTok content that has amassed millions of views and inspired students in higher institutions across…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has urged African nations to present a unified front in advancing the continent’s interests in global telecommunications and digital economy governance ahead of this year’s International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference. The call was made by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, while declaring open the 7th Ordinary Session of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) Conference Preparatory Committee in Abuja on Tuesday. According to Maida, the meeting was convened to harmonise Africa’s common positions and strengthen the continent’s collective voice ahead of the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-26),…

In a strategic move to accelerate the digital transformation of Nigeria’s small businesses, Access Bank will host the maiden edition of its MSME Conference on Friday, July 24, 2026, where it will also officially launch the Access SME App, a digital platform designed to simplify business operations and drive sustainable growth for entrepreneurs. The conference, themed “AI for SMEs: Scaling Through Digital Tools,” will take place at the Bank’s Head Office in Victoria Island, Lagos, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, policymakers, and technology experts to examine how artificial intelligence can enhance the competitiveness and growth of Nigeria’s micro, small, and…

Access Bank Plc has further cemented its position as one of Africa’s leading financial institutions after clinching an unprecedented 16 honours at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, delivering one of the strongest performances by any African bank this year and reinforcing its growing reputation as a globally respected banking brand. The awards, which cut across customer experience, sustainable finance, SME banking, digital banking, corporate responsibility and market leadership in several African markets, reflect the Bank’s consistent delivery of a long-term strategy anchored on innovation, sustainability, customer-centricity and responsible growth. The recognition also highlights the increasing influence of Access…

Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has received a double honour after being named among Nigeria’s leading public relations professionals in the prestigious 2026 PR Power List and unveiled as a cover personality for the special PR Power List edition of Glazia Magazine. The recognition was announced during the exclusive PR Power List Soirée and Awards held at the Alliance Française, Ikoyi, Lagos, where Mrs. Umar was pleasantly surprised by the unveiling of the magazine cover, further underscoring her growing influence in strategic public sector communications and narrative…