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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been named Central Bank of the Year 2026 by the Central Banking Awards Committee in London, marking a significant global recognition of Nigeria's economic recovery efforts. The award, announced during the 13th annual Central Banking Awards, coincided with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's state visit to the United Kingdom, drawing international attention to the nation's reformed financial landscape. The honours committee noted that Nigeria's economy had been in crisis, having…

The MUSON Centre in Lagos came alive with energy and creative brilliance over the weekend as the Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN) hosted the 2026 ADVAN African Awards for Marketing Excellence. The prestigious event drew leading voices in marketing and business from across the continent for an evening dedicated to celebrating brands and individuals driving innovation, shaping industry standards, and contributing significantly to economic growth. With nearly 200 entries submitted across multiple…

The Association of Corporate Affairs Managers of Banks (ACAMB) has commended the Nigerian banking industry for achieving over 96% compliance with the Central Bank of Nigeria's recapitalization mandate, demonstrating exceptional resilience and commitment to financial stability. The compliance milestone comes ahead of the March 31, 2026 deadline, following the CBN's March 2024 circular introducing revised minimum capital requirements across banking tiers. ACAMB President Babajide Sipe praised the collective effort…

BUA Foods Plc has reported strong financial results for 2025, posting revenue of ₦1.77 trillion, up 16% from ₦1.53 trillion in 2024. Profit after tax jumped 95% to ₦518.4 billion, underscoring the company’s robust growth and operational efficiency across its sugar, flour, pasta, and rice businesses. Reflecting confidence in its performance, the board proposed a dividend of ₦28 per share, more than double the ₦13 per share paid in 2024, representing a 115% increase and a total proposed payout of ₦504 billion.…

Africa's aviation industry reached a milestone in March 2026, with total airline capacity climbing to 24.8 million seats, a robust 10.4% year-over-year increase that signals sustained recovery in continental air travel demand. The growth reflects expanding connectivity across both international and domestic routes, positioning Africa's aviation brands as key enablers of regional economic integration. The expansion demonstrates strategic diversification across market segments. International capacity represented…

Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), organisers of the National Spokespersons Awards (NSAwards), has unveiled the jury panel and 15 competitive categories for the 2026 edition of the annual event. IMPR, publishers of PRNigeria, Economic Confidential, and Spokespersons Digest, continues to position the NSAwards as Nigeria’s leading platform for recognising excellence in strategic communication and spokespersonship. Over the years, the awards have set a high standard for professionalism, integrity, and…

The New York Festivals Advertising Awards (NYFA) has announced its 2026 Shortlist Jury, bringing together a carefully curated panel of visionary industry leaders and award-winning creatives from across the globe. This year’s jury comprises more than 300 senior executives drawn from six continents and 43 countries, reflecting the diversity and global reach of today’s creative landscape. The panel includes an influential mix of Chief Creative Officers, CEOs, Chief Strategy Officers, Managing Directors, founders,…

MultiChoice, a CANAL+ company, has announced a major transition that will see the iconic titles that defined Showmax migrate to DStv Stream from April 1, 2026. As part of the move, a dedicated Showmax section will be introduced on the platform, offering audiences a curated selection of the service’s most celebrated originals alongside fan-favourite content. According to the company, these videos will be available alongside DStv Stream’s live channel offering, and accessible to subscribers on the DStv Compact,…