Secretary-General welcomes Brunei death penalty moratorium

Secretary-General Patricia Scotland has welcomed reports the government of Brunei Darussalam has placed a full moratorium on the death penalty, inclusive of the Syariah Penal Code Order (SPCO).

Predictable Future Foundation to Hold Annual Girls Conference on Thursday

As part of its mandate to give a voice to the rights of girl child in Nigeria, Predictable Future Foundation (PFF), a non-profit organization launched with the focus on making quality education accessible to the less privileged girls is set to hold the annual girls conference on Thursday April 9th at the NECA house Agidingbi, Ikeja.

AXA back Liverpool, Becomes Official Training Kit Partner

French insurance company AXA has expanded its relationship with Liverpool by becoming a principal partner and the new official training kit partner of the English Premier League football club.

Umbro extends as West Ham kit provider

English Premier League football club, West Ham United and UK sportswear manufacturer, Umbro have confirmed a new long-term agreement which will see the global sportswear company remain as the club’s official technical partner until the summer of 2023, meaning that they will also oversee a special commemorative kit for the club’s 125th anniversary next year.

Dangote, Ovia, Others to Attend U.S.-Africa Business Summit in June

Corporate Council on Africa's (CCA) President and CEO, Ms. Florizelle Liser met with key stakeholders in the public and private sector during her recent visit to Kenya and Nigeria. This was part of the ongoing effort to promote the upcoming U.S.-Africa Business Summit from June 18 - 21, 2019 in Maputo, Mozambique and advance trade, investment and business engagement between the United States and Nigeria. CCA, a Washington D.C. based organization, is the leading U.S. business association focused solely on connecting business interests between the United States and Africa.

"Jumia & Pizza Hut Partnership To Boost Operational Performance and Last Mile Delivery"

The Managing Director of Jumia's food marketplace, Guy Futi has announced an on-demand pizza delivery partnership between Jumia’s food marketplace and Pizza Hut. The partnership is expected to boost operational performance and last mile delivery in Nigeria.

ARM Pension Marks 25th Anniversary, Celebrates Customers

ARM Pension Managers, a subsidiary of the Asset & Resource Management Company Limited (ARM) Group is celebrating 25 years of operations in Nigeria with an appreciation message to its customers for their support through the years.

How Long Can Netflix Stay Ad-free?

For the last few years, the rise of Netflix led to a popular narrative that the future of TV will be ad-free. But advertising industry experts aren’t so sure that will be the case.

Sterling Bank Appointments Three New Directors

Sterling Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Raheem Owodeyi and Tunde Adeola as Executive Directors. The bank also confirmed the appointment of Subbaramaiah Rajapur as its Non-Executive Director, replacing Sujit Varma.

Eko Disco Hires Renowned Broadcaster Sulaiman Aledeh As Spokesman

Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has hired renowned broadcaster and strategist, Sulaiman Aledeh as its Assistant General Manager, Corporate Communications and Media as the company plans to expand its power project to better serve residents.

Tiwa Savage leaves Marvin Music, joins Universal Music Group

After seven years with Don Jazzy’s Marvin Records, super songstress, Tiwa Savage, has announced her move to global music giant Universal Music Group.

Hulu Reaches 28 Million Total Subscribers, Announces New Marvel Shows and Ad Format

Hulu announced at a presentation to advertisers Wednesday that it now has 26.8 million paid subscribers. It’s also introducing new advertising features and several new shows, including two new series featuring Marvel Comics characters.

Fintech technology a potential driver of African economies, over traditional sectors

The report, commissioned by ICAEW and produced by partner and forecaster Oxford Economics, provides a snapshot of the region's economic performance. The regions include; East Africa, Central and West Africa, Franc Zone, Northern Africa and Southern Africa.