Arsenal strike global partnership with Meta to expand fan engagement on WhatsApp and Facebook

Arsenal have announced a new global partnership with Meta, the technology company behind Facebook and WhatsApp, aimed at enhancing digital engagement with supporters worldwide.

Lagos extends tax return filing deadline to 21 April 2026 amid surge in submissions

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has extended the deadline for filing individual annual income tax returns to 21 April 2026, following increased activity on its electronic filing platform.

Unilever builds 300,000-strong influencer network as it redefines modern advertising

Unilever is dismantling the traditional advertising model that once defined consumer goods marketing, replacing it with a distributed influence system in which hundreds of thousands of voices now help shape brand trust and recommendations.

Ascott strengthens Nairobi presence with Citadines Westview signing amid rising hospitality demand

The Ascott Limited, the wholly owned lodging business unit of Capitaland Investment (CLI), has announced the signing of Citadines Westview Nairobi, a 160-key hotel located in the capital’s established Kilimani district.

Rite Foods partners Atti Theresa Foundation to deliver free medical outreach in Ogun community

Rite Foods Limited has partnered with the Atti Theresa Foundation (ATF) to provide free medical services to residents of Ososa in Ogun State, as part of its commitment to sustainable community development and corporate responsibility.

Nigeria approves biometric passenger verification system for domestic airports

The Federal Government has approved the rollout of a biometric passenger identity verification system, known as VPASS, across domestic airports in Nigeria, in a move aimed at strengthening aviation security and improving passenger identification processes.

Lesotho bans airtime and data credit services for under-18s to curb youth debt

Lesotho has introduced new regulations banning airtime and data credit services for users under the age of 18, in a move aimed at protecting young people from accumulating debt in an increasingly digital economy.

CBN mandates single provider for PoS agents in sweeping overhaul of Nigeria’s fintech sector

The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced new guidelines for Point-of-Sale operators, including a controversial single-provider rule aimed at curbing fraud, reducing failed transactions, and restoring order across the fast-growing sector.

Nike set to replace Adidas as Champions League ball supplier from 2027

Nike is poised to take over match ball supply duties for UEFA’s men’s club competitions, bringing an end to Adidas’s 25-year association with the Champions League and Decathlon’s role in the Europa League and Conference League.

UPDC faces ₦10m fine over repeated failure to appoint independent director

UPDC Plc, a leading Nigerian property development company, is facing a potential ₦10 million fine after repeatedly failing to appoint an independent non-executive director (INED) to its board, in breach of corporate governance principles.

Turkish Airlines appoints new chairman and CEO in leadership shake-up

Turkish Airlines has announced changes to its executive management structure, appointing Prof. Murat Şeker as Chairman of the Board and Ahmet Olmuştur as Chief Executive Officer as part of a broader leadership transition.

LG commissions solar-powered borehole in Imo community to boost clean water access

LG Electronics has commissioned a solar-powered borehole in Omuafor community in Aboh-Mbaise, Owerri, Imo State, expanding access to clean and safe water while marking its first renewable energy-driven water project in south-eastern Nigeria.

The project was unveiled at a ceremony attended by community leaders, residents and the traditional ruler, underlining its social and cultural importance. Designed to operate independently of grid electricity, the borehole uses solar power to ensure a reliable and sustainable water supply.

Nigeria’s BVN Registry Hits 68.6 Million in Q1 2026 After Regulatory Overhaul

Nigeria’s biometric identity system for the financial sector reached a new milestone in the first quarter of 2026, with the total number of registered Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) rising to 68.6 million.