AXA Mansard Profit Jumps 117% to N26.9bn in 2025 as Earnings per Share Rise to 279k

AXA Mansard Plc. recorded a strong financial performance in 2025, with profit after tax surging by 117 per cent to N26.88 billion, according to the company’s audited financial statements for the year.

Canal+ Eyes Expansion of Streaming App to MultiChoice Customers Across Africa

French media group Canal+ is considering rolling out its streaming app to customers of MultiChoice Group across Africa following its acquisition of the pay-TV operator last year, a move that could reshape how millions of viewers access entertainment on the continent.

Blackburn Rovers Face Lawsuit From Kit Supplier Macron Over Alleged Contract Breach

English football club Blackburn Rovers has been sued by its kit supplier, Macron, after the Italian sportswear brand filed court papers against the Championship club on January 28, alleging a breach of contract.

Dogecoin Drops 4% in 24 Hours as Crypto Market Sheds $200bn

Dogecoin (DOGEUSD) fell by 4 per cent over the past 24 hours as extreme fear triggered fresh sell-offs across the cryptocurrency market, pushing prices lower amid heightened volatility.

Airtel Africa Customer Base Rises to 179 Million as Mobile Money Transactions Top $210 Billion

Airtel Africa has posted a strong performance for the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, reinforcing its position as a major driver of connectivity and financial inclusion across Africa. The pan-African telecommunications group reported a 10 per cent increase in its total customer base to 179.4 million, reflecting sustained demand for mobile and digital services across its markets.

Market Value of Nigeria’s Five Biggest Banks Falls to N11.7 Trillion on First Holdco Sell-off

The combined market capitalisation of Nigeria’s five biggest banks fell to N11.7 trillion as investors offloaded shares in First Holdco following a sharp decline in earnings.

Apple Could Delay Standard iPhone 18 Launch Until 2027 in Major Shift to Premium Strategy

Apple may be preparing to break with its long-established tradition of releasing a new iPhone every year, with reports indicating that the standard iPhone 18 could be delayed until 2027. While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to launch in the autumn of 2026, the regular model may not arrive until the following year, marking the first such disruption to Apple’s annual iPhone cycle since 2007.

First Trustees to Host 8th Islamic Estate Planning Clinic in Abuja

First Trustees, a subsidiary of First HoldCo Plc. and a leading provider of trust solutions for individuals, corporates and government institutions, has announced plans to host its 8th Islamic Estate Planning Clinic in Abuja on February 7, 2026.