Lagos, Oct. 7, 2026 – UN Tourism, the global apex body for tourism, has agreed to partner the newly-established Eko Tourism Foundation (ETF) towards the realization of the Foundation’s objectives. At a meeting held in Lagos on Sunday between UN Tourism and ETF, the UN agency agreed to collaborate with the Foundation to establish a Tourism Academy in Lagos and to jointly promote Lagos as Africa’s premier tourism hub. The Foundation, which is registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission and backed by the 137-year-old Lagos Chamber of Commerce and …
Trump has spent about one-third of his presidency visiting his own properties
By – Dan Alexander Where does the president go when he travels? Usually to the places where the Trump Organization makes money. Washington, Aug. 1, 2025 – Stationed in Scotland for the last several days, Donald Trump camped out in the sorts of destinations he likes best—his own businesses. He examined Trump Turnberry’s grounds alongside the U.S. ambassador, touted its ballroom in front of the European Commission’s president and, on Tuesday morning, unveiled a second golf course at his property in Aberdeenshire with his sons Eric and Don Jr. No modern …
Transcorp Group grows revenue by N279.7bn, profit before tax to N85.7bn in first half of 2025
…Announces N4.064bn interim dividend to shareholders Lagos, July 28, 2025 – Transnational Corporation Plc, Nigeria’s leading listed conglomerate, has announced its first half of 2025 unaudited results, showing impressive year-on-year growth for the period ended June 30, 2025. Transcorp Group’s H1 2025 revenue grew by 59% from N175.4 billion in 2024 to N279.7 billion, while profit before tax grew by 21%, to close at N85.7 billion compared to N70.9 billion recorded in H1 2024. Despite continuing economic headwinds, Nigeria’s bellwether stock, with a portfolio that spans power, resources and …
Trump orders 100% tariff on foreign-made movies
Washington, May 5, 2025 – U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday announced a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the country, saying the American movie industry was dying a “very fast death” due to the incentives that other countries were offering to lure filmmakers. “This is a concerted effort by other Nations and, therefore, a National Security threat. It is, in addition to everything else, messaging and propaganda,” Trump said on Truth Social. Trump said he was authorizing the relevant government agencies, such as the Department of Commerce, to immediately …
CNN to lay off hundreds of employees as post-inauguration transformation begins
Beijing, Jan. 23, 32025 – CNN plans to lay off hundreds of employees Thursday as it refocuses the business around a global digital audience, according to people familiar with the matter. The layoffs come as CNN is rearranging its linear TV lineup and building out digital subscription products. The cuts will help CNN lower production costs and consolidate teams, said the people, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss nonpublic changes. Certain shows that are produced in New York or Washington may move to Atlanta, where production can …
King Charles’ funeral plans ‘tearing Royal Family apart’
London. Oct. 14, 2024 – King Charles’ eventual funeral and the Crown’s succession are said to be causing a huge amount of tension within the Royal Family, with many dreading the thought of a King William. The Royal Family is reportedly being torn apart by plans for King Charles’ eventual funeral and the succession of the Crown. Following the monarch’s cancer diagnosis, a series of plans were drawn up for what will happen when he passes away. However, according to Tom Sykes, a royal commentator for the Daily Beast, these …
2024 Fintech Challenge: Ecobank Group to announce top finalists in Lagos
Lagos, Aug. 12, 2024 – Ecobank, the pan-African Bank, is to hold its first Fintech Challenge semifinal in Lagos on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The ceremony will take place at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in Lagos. The 2024 Ecobank Fintech Challenge had over 1,550 applications from 70 countries from which only 40 semi-finalists were shortlisted. After reviewing their applications, a jury has selected the top finalists who will be announced at the semi-final event. They will compete in the Grand Finale for a $50,000 prize and a spot in the …
Ecobank Nigeria launches super rewards ‘Millionaire Geng Promo’
….to Reward over 500 customers for loyalty Lagos, July 1, 2024 – Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group, the leading pan-African banking group, has unveiled a deposit mobilisation campaign ‘Ecobank Super Rewards ‘Millionaire Geng Promo’ targeted at rewarding customers’ loyalty. The six-month campaign, which is set to run between July 1 and December 31, 2024, will see 540 customers of the Pan African bank winning various monetary rewards. Announcing the commencement of the campaign, the Bank’s Head of Consumer Banking, Adeola Ogunyemi, said it is part of the bank’s …
Ecobank’s “Adire Lagos” fair opens with over 100 exhibitors
Lagos, June 18, 2024 – The annual Ecobank “Adire Lagos” exhibition has taken off in grand style with over 100 exhibitors showcasing their wares. The four-day fair, which opened June 14 and ends 17th, is taking place at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) complex located in Victoria Island in Lagos. Originating from Abeokuta in Southwestern Nigeria, Adire textile is an indigenous indigo-dyed cloth made by using different wax-resistant methods to create dazzling designs. The four-day Adire exhibition, returning for the third year in a row, is to promote culture, tourism, …
Altclub launches at Lagos Airport, MMA2
Lagos, May 22, 2024 – Travelers at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2) can now enjoy a new level of comfort and convenience with the launch of Altclub by The Alternative Bank. The innovative premium space offers a luxurious retreat where passengers can relax and recharge before their flights, while also catering to their basic banking needs. Altclub, an arm of The Alternative Bank’s digital travel financing product, Alttravel, is dedicated to enhancing travel accessibility and ease for Nigerians. Alttravel operates a “Travel Now, Pay Later” system, eliminating the need …