Global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, Schneider Electric, has released the third edition of its consumer survey in a white paper showing that home owners are not deploying technology to conserve energy. The new report is titled: Evolving Home Energy Consumption: Intentions, Actions and Hurdles to Greater Home Energy Efficiency….
The Group Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa, Sunil Taldar has described as remarkable the progress recorded by St Agnes Primary School, Maryland Lagos with the use of the Nigeria Learning Passport as part of the Reimagine Education Programme introduced by Airtel and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in 2022. Mr Taldar made this…
APM Terminals Nigeria has announced its commitment to a sustained schedule of the Apapa-Moniya Standard Gauge, ensuring the seamless flow of cargo to and from the Apapa port to the Nigerian Railway Corporation Freight Yard at Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo State. Chief Commercial Officer of APM Terminals Nigeria, Caroline Aubert-Adewuyi, spoke in Lagos, during the launch…
African investor and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, has told global investors to invest in Africa which delivers unmatched returns on investment. Elumelu spoke at the World Government Summit, Dubai, where he showcased the African investment opportunity. He highlighted the 15-year track record of returns and impact created by his investment vehicle, Heirs Holdings. An investor globally…
The European Union (EU) is supporting the adoption of clean cooking solutions to facilitate Nigeria’s energy transition to cleaner, affordable, and sustainable energy sources, particularly in rural areas. The EU noted that prioritising clean cooking solutions will help to reduce reliance on fuel, deforestation, improve public health outcomes, and create new economic opportunities, especially in…
The Lagos Government has partnered Fidelity Bank Plc to foster entrepreneurship, spur jobs creation and boost economic growth. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu stated this during the official opening of the bank’s SME hub in Lagos. Speaking through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the governor said the government has been exploring private…
Nigeria and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have signed the Host Country Agreement for the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM), scheduled for Abuja between June 23 and 28, 2025. The Afreximbank Annual Meetings are among Africa’s most significant economic gatherings, featuring high-level policy discussions, expert presentations, and networking sessions focused on trade, investment, and economic…
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) it has ramped up its night surveillance operations, leaving no hiding place for persons hiding under the cover of darkness, to dispose of their waste at illegal locations. The agency has reiterated its commitment to enforcing environmental laws, ensuring that offenders are identified and prosecuted. Speaking on the renewed…
‘An Assistant Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Clement Amaweh, has stressed the importance of promoting Cross Border Trade (CBT) to enhance Nigeria’s economic growth Amaweh, the officer-in-charge of Ohumbe Outstation, Yewa North, made the statement while delivering a lecture during the Festival of Art for Economic Development in Idiroko, Ogun. The programme had:…
