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  Lagos based real estate developer Gate & Carter has announced a new residential project in Ikate, Lekki, adding to a pipeline that has positioned the company as one of the more technology-focused developers operating in the city's mid-to-upper residential market. Medallion Apartments Lekki will be a multi-floor mid-rise building offering a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom units. The developer has set a November 2026 completion target. Pricing has not been disclosed, though Gate & Carter is marketing pre-completion units at what it describes as early buyer rates. The project sits in Ikate, a district that has attracted growing developer interest as Lekki's commercial and residential footprint expands westward. Gate & Carter is pitching the development at Lagos professionals and families seeking apartments with integrated technology, a segment the company has built its brand around since its founding roughly six years ago. On the technology side, the building is ...

    By Kehinde Odiah Tunji Olaseinde, the founder and chief executive of Lagos based smart-home developer Gate & Carter Limited, has announced the launch of Future Inc., a new company targeting Nigeria's electricity deficit and security challenges through two separate commercial divisions. The announcement marks a significant expansion of Olaseinde's business interests beyond real estate. Gate & Carter, which he founded roughly six years ago, built its reputation developing technology integrated residential properties across Lagos, among them a smart apartment building in Lekki Phase 1, ultra-luxury waterfront homes along Cowrie Creek, and CLAY Beach Resort, a wellness development currently under construction on the private island of Ilashe. Future Inc. is organised into two divisions. The first, Future Energy, will sell solar power systems to households and businesses and finance purchases through instalment payment plans, an arrangement the company says is designed t...

For many Nigerians, real estate has always been seen as a long-term goal; something to pursue “when the time is right.” But Nanoy Homes is challenging that mindset by redefining how and when people can enter the property market. At its one-year anniversary event held at Harris Hotel, Wuye and hosted by Alinonu Chibuzor, one of Africa’s most sort after event host, the company presented a compelling case for a new approach to land investment; one that is built on early positioning, shared ownership, and informed decision-making. A key theme that ran through the event was the idea that Abuja’s most valuable locations were not always obvious at the beginning. In fact, many of today’s high-demand districts were once overlooked, only gaining attention after prices had already surged. This reality formed the basis of the panel discussion, where experts explored how investors can identify opportunities before they become mainstream. The takeaway was clear: in real estate, waiting for certainty...

  A new chapter has begun in Abuja’s creative industry as Mrs. Tolulope Oladipupo, Chief Executive Officer of Alveena Events and Victoria O Signature Events, has been elected as the inaugural President of the Association of Creative Event Designers, Abuja (ACEDA). Her emergence, which followed the association’s election held on March 26, 2026, is widely seen as a defining moment for stakeholders within the capital’s event design ecosystem, with expectations high for structural growth and global visibility. Accepting the mandate, Oladipupo pledged to reposition the industry through innovation, sustainability and strategic collaboration, noting that her administration would be guided by a forward-thinking blueprint tagged “Vision to Velocity.” “I am honoured and grateful for the trust placed in me. My focus is on member advocacy and protection, ensuring a balanced relationship between designers and clients, and setting a sustainable global blueprint for our industry. Together, we wil...

  The Route to Market (RTM) West Africa Summit will return in June 2026 as a leading platform for shaping consumer-centric growth and strengthening market resilience across the region’s fast-evolving FMCG landscape. Building on the success of its 2025 edition, the summit will convene industry leaders, manufacturers, distributors, and technology providers in Lagos to address critical challenges and unlock new growth opportunities in West Africa. The 2025 edition, held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, set a benchmark for industry collaboration, attracting over 1,000 attendees, 25+ expert speakers, and 5+ exhibiting companies. The event delivered over 21 hours of networking and connected stakeholders from more than 200 companies serving over 1.8 million retail outlets across the region. Key sessions in 2025 featured leading voices across finance, FMCG, and technology, addressing macroeconomic pressures, digital transformation, consumer behavior, and supply chain optimization. Indus...

By Jacob Kehinde Blue Seal Energy Group has entered a technical partnership with Geoplex Drillteq Limited to support drilling operations across Africa. L-R: Engr Wole OGUNSANYA - GCEO of Geoplex & Dr. Doyle .R. Edeni - CEO of Blue Seal Under the deal, Blue Seal will manufacture and supply all drilling, completions and stimulation chemicals required by Geoplex for its drilling campaigns. Blue Seal will also provide technical consultancy support services to enhance drilling efficiency. Following the signing of the MOU in Lagos, Dr. Doyle Edeni, CEO of Blue Seal Energy Group, and Engr. Wole Ogunsanya, GCEO of Geoplex Drillteq Limited, issued a joint statement hailing the strategic partnership as a model for deepening collaboration between stakeholder companies to promote local content participation in the oil and gas service industry. “The summary of our approach is alignment of resources by companies with unique skills to improve overall efficiency and maximize outcomes,” the executi...

 Ayodele Oyeniyi  What started as a modest digital marketing operation in Karu, Abuja, has grown into one of Nigeria's most recognized full-service agencies, offering everything from search engine optimization and pay-per-click advertising to billboard placements, web development, and professional tech training under one roof. SoniBaze Digital, headquartered in the Federal Capital Territory, has built its reputation over the years by serving businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations that needed more than a single service provider clients who wanted strategy, execution, and accountability from one team. The agency's growth has been recognized on the global stage. SoniBaze Digital currently holds a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Sortlist, one of the world's most respected platforms for evaluating digital marketing agencies, and has been featured on TechBehemoths as a leading digital partner for businesses operating in Nigeria. What observers point to as a key differentiator is the...

By Ayodele Oyeniyi  From wedding photography to catering to venue booking one app simplifies event planning across 24 service categories with verified vendors, real portfolios, and secure payments. Planning an event in Nigeria still means navigating fragmented vendor networks, uncertain pricing, and the risk that your hired photographer won't show up or your caterer will deliver subpar work. The friction is real. Without a centralized platform, event planners whether couples planning weddings, families organizing naming ceremonies, or diaspora Nigerians coordinating from abroad rely on referrals, social media profiles, and hope. Vendors operating independently on Instagram and WhatsApp have no way to systematically reach customers or maintain booking accountability. The Celevend Solution Celevend addresses this directly. The mobile marketplace connects customers actively planning events with professionals across 24+ service categories: photography, catering, decoration, DJ services...

   Lagos based technology entrepreneur Walter Enyioha , founder of e‑Technologies, is urging Nigerian businesses to shift from reactive IT support to a proactive model, as cybercrime continues to cost the economy an estimated $500 million annually and regulatory fines under the Nigeria Data Protection Act reach ₦10 million per breach.“We’ve spent years on the ground repairing systems and watching businesses struggle with unexpected IT failures and security incidents,” said Walter Enyioha . “The reality is that waiting for something to break or worse, waiting for a ransomware attack is no longer sustainable.  The financial and reputational damage is too high.”To address this, e‑Technologies has developed e‑Tech 360, a managed IT service that bundles 24/7 endpoint monitoring, enterprise‑grade cybersecurity, and daily cloud backups into a fixed monthly fee, billed Locally.  The service is delivered through official partnerships with global cybersecurity leader Kaspersky...

  Five-time GRAMMY-winning global music icon Angélique Kidjo has returned with a brand new single titled “Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back)”, featuring Nigerian Afropop star Ayra Starr, in what is being described as a powerful cross-generational collaboration. The single, released on March 27, 2026, serves as a precursor to Kidjo’s highly anticipated album HOPE!!, scheduled for release on April 24 under Warner Music Group. The song blends rich African musical heritage with contemporary pop influences, delivering a message that redefines love as true wealth in a world often driven by materialism. Accompanied by a cinematic music video shot at the iconic Power Station Studio in New York, the visuals capture both artistes in an intimate performance setting, illuminated by candlelight and framed by a grand piano, reflecting the song’s central theme of love, connection, and emotional richness. The collaboration also tells a deeper story of inspiration and legacy. Ayra Starr, who has often c...