The status quo in the hospitality business in Lagos State has already been disrupted as a result of the entry on Ariflad Hotel & Suites. The newly established world class standard hotel is tucked within No 17, Emmanuel Olorunfemi Street, Off College Road, Ifako-Ijaiye, Ogba, Lagos and those who have visited the place confirmed that…
Day: January 18, 2019
Irregularities Mar Paralympics Committee Election
The Tuesday, 15th January 2019 Presidential election of Paralympic Committee of Nigeria has been dubbed fraudulent, full of irregularities and outcome totally rejected by the President of Para-powerlifting Federation of Nigeria, Queen Obuh. Rejecting the election in its entirety, Queen Obuh told newsmen that the process of the election subverts the constitution and guidelines for…
Harnessing Mobile Payment to Boost Economic Growth
Not only in Nigeria but across the continent of Africa, mobile penetration has significantly increased. The Jumia Mobile Report 2018 found that Nigeria remains Africa’s largest mobile market, with about 162 million subscribers and a penetration rate of 84%. This has been complemented by the fact that mobile phones are now affordable. In 2014, phones sold on…
NOVA Merchant Bank Rewards Excellence, Promotes One-Third of Workforce
In fulfilment of its commitment to be the best place to work and its policy of rewarding deserving staff members, NOVA Merchant Bank has promoted about a third of its staff who have demonstrated exceptional performance in their responsibilities. These promotions come amidst the growth in the Bank’s business as it continues to scale up…
First Bank Targets Single NPL Ratio by Year End
It is no doubt that one of the financial institutions huge bad loans is First Bank Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of FBN Holdings Plc. However, the management of the lender is working tirelessly to ensure the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of the company is cut from double-digits to a single digit. Managing Director/CEO of First…
GTBank Masters Cup Returns for Season 8
One of the most exciting secondary school football tournaments in Africa, the GTBank Masters Cup, is set to return for its 8th season, following its opening draws, which was held on Thursday, January 17, 2019, in Victoria Island, Lagos. The tournament will feature over 30 schools and more than 40 teams who will compete for…