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  By Gunmi Jacob  NCDF Group has announced its intention to pursue three public listings by 2028 as part of its long-term corporate development and capital market strategy. The announcement was made through the office of the Company Secretary, Adefunke B. Omidiora, while issuing a notice for the next Board of Directors meeting of NCDF Holdings Limited, scheduled to hold virtually on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, at 11:00 a.m. According to the company, the proposed roadmap includes plans to position NCDF Investment Management Plc and Konto Financial Group Plc for listing on the Nigerian capital market, while NCDF Holdings Limited, the Group’s holding company, is being considered for a future listing in the United States capital market. The company stated that the proposed listings are part of its wider plan to strengthen governance, improve access to long-term capital, and support the growth of its operating platforms. NCDF Investment Management Plc is expected to serve as the Group’...

  By Femi Sagamu Supacash  is pushing digital transfers in a new direction with Mint, a feature designed to simplify how people send and receive money. Unlike traditional bank transfers that require account numbers and lengthy confirmations, Mint allows users to send money without needing the recipient’s banking details upfront. The feature is part of Supacash’s growing ecosystem of social finance tools focused on making money movement faster, easier and more flexible. The platform already offers transfers, bill payments, savings goals, giveaways and group wallets, but Mint introduces a more modern approach to peer-to-peer payments. One of the most interesting parts of the feature is its flexibility around transaction fees. Instead of the sender always covering transfer charges, Mint can allow the recipient to absorb the fee during the claiming process. This changes the dynamics of digital transfers and introduces more control for users. The use cases are broad. Friends can se...

 By Temi Ganu The internet is crowded. Every day, thousands of products launch across social media, websites, marketplaces, and ads — all competing for the same thing: Attention. But having a great product is no longer enough. Modern brands need clear messaging, strong positioning, creative strategy, and consistent execution just to stay visible. For many businesses, that process is overwhelming, time-consuming, and expensive. That’s the problem Productiview App wants to solve. What is Productiview App? Productiview App is an AI-powered product marketing platform designed to help brands create smarter marketing faster. The platform is being built to support founders, marketers, creators, agencies, and businesses with: - Product positioning - Marketing prompts - Campaign ideas - Messaging strategy - Product research - Content ideation - Brand communication - AI-assisted workflows Instead of spending hours brainstorming, rewriting, researching, or trying to “sound better,” Productivi...

 By Seun Adeye The Nigerian-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) successfully organized a “Walk for Mental Health Awareness” as part of activities marking Mental Health Month, reinforcing its commitment to promoting not only economic ties but also social well-being. The event, held on Saturday, 2nd May 2026, at The Aisle Residence, Lekki Phase 1 Lagos, Nigeria, brought together participants from diverse backgrounds, including business professionals, health advocates, and members of the public. The day’s activities commenced with a comprehensive medical check-up and vital signs screening facilitated by Remed Healthcare, providing participants with the opportunity to assess key health indicators and reinforcing the importance of preventive healthcare as part of overall well-being.  Following this, participants engaged in a pre-walk work out session led by Kayinsola Alabi and her team from Sweatbox, ensuring everyone was properly warmed up and energized for the wal...

  A 28-year-old Nigerian petroleum engineer, Uzoma JohnPaul Ajugwe, is drawing attention for research exploring a safer and more environmentally conscious approach to crude oil drilling, as conversations around sustainable oil production continue to grow within Nigeria’s energy sector. Ajugwe, alongside researchers from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), developed a study focused on creating environmentally friendly oil-based drilling mud using plant-derived oils such as almond oil, castor oil, and groundnut oil as alternatives to conventional diesel-based drilling fluids commonly used during crude oil exploration. The research comes at a time when environmental accountability is becoming increasingly important within the global oil and gas industry. Across oil-producing nations, energy stakeholders are under growing pressure to reduce the environmental impact associated with extraction activities while maintaining operational efficiency. In Nigeria, those concern...

  A five-pillar cybersecurity frameork built specifically for Nigeria's critical national infrastructure, i.e., Government MDAs, financial institutions, healthcare organisations, enterprises, amongst others. Cyber threats against Nigerian institutions are not slowing down. But neither is the realisation that most security frameworks were never built for this environment. Recent attacks on payment companies have exposed the same recurring weaknesses: weak access controls, poor network segmentation, delayed threat detection, and reactive incident response. These are not sophisticated, impossible-to-prevent breaches. They are preventable gaps. Globally, cybercrime is projected to cost $10.5 trillion this year. Nigeria’s rapidly growing digital economy makes it an attractive target. Yet most organisations continue to rely on foreign cybersecurity playbooks designed for different regulatory, infrastructure, and operational realities. That disconnect is what SMSAM Systems Ltd. set out to fix...

  Amid Rising Cyber Attacks on Nigeria's Institutions, SMSAM Systems Ltd launches a bespoke cybersecurity initiative knon as Project SecureNaija Project SecureNaija combines global standards ith a containment-first strategy mapped to NDPR, CBN, and NCC regulations As cyberattacks continue to target Nigeria’s financial services and payment infrastructure, one recurring observation has emerged: many organisations are operating with security frameworks that were not designed for local conditions. Industry experts note that while digital transformation has accelerated across Nigerian banking, fintech, and telecommunications sectors, cybersecurity maturity has not always kept pace. Recurring vulnerabilities include weak access controls, poor network segmentation, delayed threat detection, and reactive incident response structures. Globally, cybercrime damages are projected to reach $10.5 trillion annually, according to Cybersecurity Ventures. Across Africa, ransomware, credential theft, an...

      Latest modelling Agency in Lagos state Nigeria. A new agency in African fashion has emerged with the launch of  Fresh Models , a  Lagos -based modeling agency and training academy founded by international model and creative entrepreneur  Francis Polo , also known as  Fresh Pepper . Positioned at the intersection of talent development and global opportunity, Fresh Models aims to redefine industry standards in  Nigeria  by building a pipeline of world-class models equipped for both local and international markets. “Fresh Models was created to bridge the gap between raw talent in Nigeria and the structure required to compete globally,” said Polo. “We’re not just signing models—we’re developing them with intention, discipline, and a clear understanding of the industry.” Operating out of Lagos, the agency combines representation with hands-on training through its academy, offering aspiring models access to professional development in runway,...

 Affordable Areas Close to Ikotun , Lagos Nigeria. Ikotun is one of the busiest residential areas in Lagos, known for affordability and accessibility. 1. IdimuLess crowded alternative. Moderate rentBetter residential feelGrowing demand 2. EgbedaBalanced option.Strong connectivityAffordable apartmentsActive commercial activity 3. AyoboCheaper housing.Lower rentExpanding developmentMore space for families 4. IpajaAnother nearby option.Strong transport routesLarge housing supplyBudget-friendly pricing. Final ThoughtThe Ikotun axis continues to attract renters because of its affordability, but nearby areas may offer a better living experience for similar costs. Expertlisting helps renters compare those differences more effectively.

The Nigerian Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) successfully hosted its April 2026 Bi-Monthly Meeting at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Victoria Island, Lagos, convening a distinguished gathering of policymakers, financial institutions, investors, leaders of the organized private sectors, and diplomatic missions in Nigeria to advance conversations on sustainable economic growth through innovative banking and financial models. The high-level engagement provided a strategic platform for exploring how emerging economies like Nigeria and Indonesia can unlock capital, deepen bilateral trade, and empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through more adaptive and inclusive financial systems. The event featured a robust lineup of presentations from leading institutions including The Alternative Bank, Flutterwave, Sewa Capital, Tyro Group,  NEXIM Bank, BGL Capital and Indonesian Embassy. The session commenced with opening remarks by the Cha...

How softbridge Digital Solutions improves business operations through cloud and DevOps Cloud infrastructure mismanagement is costing African businesses more than they realise, and for organisations operating in Nigeria's fast-moving fintech and BFSI sectors, the margin for that kind of loss is shrinking fast.   Softbridge Digital Solutions Limited  is the technology consultancy stepping into that gap, delivering the cloud, DevOps-as-a-Service, managed IT, AI automation, and secure VPS setup capabilities that allow organisations to stop absorbing the cost of poor systems and start compounding the returns of excellent infrastructure. Across Nigeria and the wider African continent, cloud adoption is accelerating at a pace the available technical talent has struggled to match. Fintech companies are scaling production workloads on architectures that were never properly designed. BFSI institutions are attempting digital transformation without the engineering discipline to sustain it...

A first-of-its-kind musical experience where listeners don’t just hear the album—they play it. Following the release and growing momentum of his debut album, Memories With Nostalgic Flaws, JuneSometimes officially unveils the next phase of the project: an immersive web-based game built from the album’s tracklist, lyrics, and hidden sonic clues. Originally introduced as a nostalgic folk coming-of-age story capturing what it felt like growing up in Nigeria in the early 2000s, Memories With Nostalgic Flaws has steadily evolved beyond a listening experience. Since its rollout—preceded by standout singles like P.A.L.M, U.F.O, Halt A Jam, and Paying Lords Now—the album has sparked organic engagement across streaming platforms and social media, with fans already dissecting lyrics, sharing interpretations, and reconnecting over shared childhood memories. Now, curiosity becomes interaction. At the core of the game is a layered puzzle system where anagrams from the album tracklist, lyrical callb...

By Emma Okoye The Chief Executive Officer of DK Homes, Engr. Nnamdi Ngonadi, has described Lagos as “one big construction site,” citing the city’s growing population and persistent housing deficit as key drivers of demand in the real estate sector. “Lagos is one big construction site,” Ngonadi said. “Demand has always been higher than supply here, and that’s not changing anytime soon.” According to him, the opportunity in Lagos real estate is unlike anything else in Nigeria, noting that the market continues to expand despite its challenges. Lagos, with over 20 million people spread across about 3,500 square kilometers, currently faces a housing deficit of 3.4 million units, a gap that continues to widen yearly. Ngonadi, who is from Nnewi, Anambra State, studied Electrical Electronics Engineering, a background he said shaped his approach to development with a focus on structure and method. Before founding DK Homes, he was established in the mobile phone trade and also had involvement in...

It’s not the jewelry. It’s how you choose it. Most people don’t really choose jewelry—they settle for it. Quick decisions. Familiar shapes. Safe finishes. Pieces that fit into what has already been decided. It works, it looks right, it disappears. For a while, that is enough. Until it isn’t. Because eventually, it begins to show—the hesitation, the second-guessing, the quiet reliance on what everyone else is already wearing. It stops being about taste and becomes habit. And that is where the shift happens. The moment the choice is no longer about what completes a look, but what defines it. Where jewelry stops following the logic of the outfit and starts moving with its own sense of direction. Not louder. Not excessive. Just exact. A piece that does not wait to be styled into relevance, but arrives already decided. It doesn’t explain itself. It doesn’t adjust. It lands—and everything else falls into place around it. That difference is not in the jewelry. It never was. It is in the one c...

By Theresa Aisha A new publication focused on the business side of event management is set to be launched in Lagos this June, adding to ongoing conversations about structure and sustainability within Nigeria’s event industry. Titled The Business of Events, the book is written by architect and business strategist Theresa Aisha Mebitaghan, widely known as Tessie. It brings together over a decade of experience drawn from building and managing event businesses across the UK and Nigeria, with a focus on the systems that support long-term success. The release comes at a time when the industry continues to expand, yet many professionals face recurring challenges around pricing, operations, and business growth. While creative standards have improved significantly, the underlying business frameworks required to sustain that growth remain underdeveloped. According to Tessie, the book is designed to address this gap directly. “A lot of people know how to execute events,” she says. “What is missin...

   What Is an eSIM and How Can You Buy One on Nosh? (2026 Guide)   Staying connected while traveling or working remotely across multiple countries has always come with a cost: expensive roaming charges, the inconvenience of swapping physical SIM cards, and the frustration of searching for local providers in unfamiliar places. eSIM technology has changed that, and Nosh has made accessing it simpler than ever. Whether you are traveling for business, working remotely, or managing cross-border obligations,  Nosh  gives you flexible, affordable eSIM plans activated instantly from your phone. What Is an eSIM?   An eSIM—short for embedded SIM—is a digital version of the traditional SIM card built directly into your device. Unlike a physical SIM card that you insert and swap manually, an eSIM is activated digitally, which means you can switch between network providers and add new data plans without ever touching a physical card.   The benefits are straightforw...