Dufil Prima Foods And FRSC Expand Road Safety Partnership Nationwide In 2026

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Dufil Prima Foods And FRSC Expand Road Safety Partnership Nationwide In 2026

Dufil Prima Foods Plc and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have moved to deepen their long-running collaboration on road safety awareness, with both organisations agreeing to broaden their joint programmes across Nigeria as part of efforts to reduce road crashes and promote safer road use among citizens.

The renewed commitment emerged during a high-level engagement at the FRSC headquarters in Abuja, where senior representatives of Dufil Prima Foods met with the Corps leadership to discuss strategies for scaling road safety education, public enlightenment campaigns, and community-focused advocacy initiatives to a national level.

The expanded partnership is expected to target key road users, including motorists, commercial riders, students, and pedestrians, while reinforcing efforts to build a stronger culture of compliance with traffic regulations and responsible road behaviour across the country.

According to Brandspur Brand News, the latest discussions also reviewed the impact of previous collaborations between both organisations and identified new opportunities to support Nigeria’s road safety objectives through broader stakeholder engagement and public awareness programmes.

For more than 15 years, Dufil Prima Foods and the FRSC have worked together on various road safety interventions, particularly at state level. One of the most visible initiatives has been the use of educational platforms to introduce road safety lessons to school children and support advocacy for road safety education within primary schools.

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The company has also contributed to safety-focused projects aimed at improving awareness and protecting vulnerable road users. These efforts include support programmes for motorcycle riders and infrastructure-related interventions designed to strengthen the operational capacity of the road safety agency.

The FRSC leadership welcomed the continued involvement of the private sector in promoting safer roads, noting that collaboration between government institutions and corporate organisations remains essential to addressing road traffic challenges and reducing accident-related fatalities nationwide.

Both organisations are now exploring additional nationwide initiatives, including school-based advocacy campaigns, expanded public sensitisation programmes, and other strategic interventions that can improve road safety knowledge among Nigerians.

The strengthened alliance comes at a time when road safety remains a major public policy priority, with authorities continuing to encourage behavioural change, increased awareness, and stronger compliance with traffic laws as part of broader efforts to enhance transportation safety across the country.

With the renewed partnership, Dufil Prima Foods and the FRSC aim to leverage their combined resources and outreach networks to deliver wider road safety education, support national awareness campaigns, and contribute to creating safer roads for millions of Nigerians.

Insight Redefini Group Appoints Babatunde Olaifa As Group CEO

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Insight Redefini Group Appoints Babatunde Olaifa As Group CEO
  • Returning to Where It All Began, Olaifa Sets Vision for the Future of Marketing Communications

Insight Redefini Group, Nigeria and West Africa’s largest integrated marketing communications network and a member of Publicis Groupe, has appointed Babatunde Olaifa as its new Group Chief Executive Officer.

For Olaifa, the appointment is more than a leadership transition. It is a return to the organisation where his professional journey began more than two decades ago and an opportunity to help redefine the role of marketing communications in a rapidly changing business environment.

Reflecting on his return, Olaifa said his perspective has been shaped not only by his years in advertising, but also by experiences across technology, education, business strategy and digital transformation.

“I am returning with a deeper understanding of the challenges businesses face today,” he said. “The world has changed dramatically. Consumers are more connected, markets are more volatile, technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and organisations are under increasing pressure to deliver measurable value. The role of agencies must evolve accordingly.”

Olaifa noted that many organisations today are navigating complex realities that extend beyond traditional marketing challenges, from digital transformation and changing consumer behaviour to operational pressures, data management, and business resilience.

“Businesses are looking for partners that can help solve real problems, not just create campaigns,” he said. “The opportunity before us is to combine creativity, technology, data, strategy and culture to help clients unlock growth and navigate complexity. That is where the future of our industry lies.”

He added that the convergence of technology, artificial intelligence and data presents a unique opportunity for marketing communications professionals to reclaim a more strategic role within organisations.

“For years, creativity has been our strength. Today, we have an opportunity to complement that strength with deeper business understanding, stronger analytical capabilities and emerging technologies that allow us to create greater value for clients. Technology is not replacing creativity; it is amplifying what creativity can achieve.”

Before his appointment, Olaifa served as Country Head of GoMyCode Nigeria, where he led initiatives focused on digital technology education and talent development. His career also includes leadership roles at X3M Ideas, Prima Garnet Ogilvy and Google, where he served as SMB Business Development Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, helping to drive digital adoption and business growth initiatives across the continent.

Drawing from these experiences, Olaifa said his focus will be on strengthening the group’s integrated capabilities while fostering a culture of innovation, curiosity and continuous reinvention.

“Insight Redefini has always been known for creativity, bold thinking and industry leadership. The next chapter is about building on that legacy while preparing for the future. We want to create an environment where talent can experiment, innovate and solve business challenges in new ways.”

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He continued: “Our ambition is simple. We want to be indispensable to our clients. We want to be involved not only when a campaign is needed, but when business challenges need solving. We want to sit at the intersection of creativity, technology, culture and commerce, helping organisations navigate change and seize opportunities.”

Insight Redefini Group said the appointment reflects its commitment to strengthening its position as an integrated growth partner for businesses across Nigeria and West Africa.

With access to the global capabilities, technology infrastructure, data intelligence and strategic resources of Publicis Groupe, the group said it remains focused on delivering connected solutions that help brands remain relevant, competitive and future-ready.

Insight Redefini Group is a member of Troyka Holdings, West Africa’s leading marketing communications and business solutions group. Its portfolio includes Insight Publicis, Leo Burnett Lagos, All Seasons Zenith, Starcom Media Perspectives, Quadrant MSL, Digitas and Publicis Nourish.

As he begins the new role, Olaifa describes the appointment as both a homecoming and a call to action.

“The industry is evolving, and so are we,” he said. “This is a moment to rediscover our sense of adventure, embrace new possibilities and build stronger bridges between creativity and business growth. That is the future we are committed to creating.”

About Insight Redefini Group

Insight Redefini Group is Nigeria and West Africa’s largest integrated marketing communications network and a member of the Publicis Groupe network. Through its portfolio of specialist agencies;Insight Publicis, Leo Burnett Lagos, All Seasons Zenith, Starcom Media Perspectives, Quadrant MSL, Digitas and Publicis Nourish, the group delivers integrated solutions across creative, media, digital, public relations, strategy, commerce, and consumer engagement, helping brands drive growth and measurable business impact in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

enza Awarded Payment Service Provider (PSP) Enhanced Licence In Ghana

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enza Awarded Payment Service Provider (PSP) Enhanced Licence In Ghana

enza will enable customers using its technology to differentiate
themselves in the Ghanaian market by combining deep African payments
expertise with world-class payments technology

ACCRA, Ghana, June 11, 2026/ — enza (www.enzaGroup.Global [6]) is
delighted to announce that it has been awarded a Payment Service
Provider Enhanced licence by the Central Bank of Ghana.

The award of the PSP Enhanced licence marks an important milestone for
enza, Ghana’s financial services sector, and the continued development
of regulated digital payments infrastructure across Africa.

The Bank of Ghana’s licensing and oversight framework has been developed
to support a safe, efficient and innovative payments ecosystem. The
Central Bank’s framework states that effective payment system oversight
is intended to promote the safety, security and reliability of financial
transactions, which are vital to monetary and financial stability, while
also promoting innovation, competition and financial inclusion in the
use of payment products.

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Hany Fekry, Group Chief Executive Officer of enza, said:

“We are delighted and deeply proud that enza has been awarded a PSP
Enhanced licence in Ghana. This is a significant moment for our business
and an important step in our mission to liberate the world of payments
across Africa. Ghana has long been one of the continent’s most dynamic
digital finance markets, with strong regulatory leadership, an
innovative financial services sector, and a clear commitment to
expanding secure, inclusive and modern payment services.

With this licence, enza is well positioned to work with banks, financial
institutions and  fintechs to deliver world-class payments technology
that is adapted to Ghana’s local market conditions, supports growth, and
enables its partners to serve consumer and business customers more
effectively.”

enza will enable customers using its technology to differentiate
themselves in the Ghanaian market by combining deep African payments
expertise with world-class payments technology designed for speed,
scalability and local relevance.  The business will launch its
innovative payments capabilities with its first customers over the
summer months.

Africa’s Largest Bank Backs Dangote Refinery IPO

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Africa’s Largest Bank Backs Dangote Refinery IPO

Africa’s largest financial institution, Standard Bank Group, the
parent company of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has reaffirmed its commitment
to support the growth of Dangote Industries Limited, pledging backing
for the planned listing of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery while
expressing readiness to finance future expansion projects across the
continent.

L – R: Wole Adeniyi, Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Bank; Yinka Sanni, Chairman, Stanbic IBTC Bank; Devakumar V. G. Edwin, Vice President (Oil & Gas), Dangote Industries Limited; Sola David-Borha, Chairman, Stanbic IBTC Holdings; Sim Tshabalala, Chief Executive, Standard Bank Group; David Bird, Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals and Chuma Nwokocha, Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Holdings, at a visit to Dangote Refinery in Lagos recently.

The commitment came during a strategic visit by Standard Bank Group
Chief Executive, Sim Tshabalala, and senior executives to the Dangote
Petroleum Refinery and Dangote Fertiliser complex in Lagos.

Speaking after touring the facilities, Tshabalala described the refinery
as a transformational industrial project with far-reaching implications
for Nigeria and Africa.

“We are here because the Dangote Group is a large and important global
player and a significant force on the African continent,” he said.

“Standard Bank is the largest financial institution in Africa and we
have partnered with Dangote on a variety of initiatives. We are here to
lend support, to see this magnificent refinery and to discuss Vision
2030 and how we can continue supporting the Group’s growth
ambitions.”

Tshabalala disclosed that Standard Bank intends to play a leading role
in the refinery’s planned Initial Public Offering and future growth
initiatives.

“As Dangote lists, there is an IPO coming up and we are a leading
player in that process,” he said.

“As the Group continues to expand in Nigeria and across Africa, there
will be opportunities for financial advisory services and balance sheet
support, and we stand ready to provide both.”

He described the refinery as “a wonder of the world,” noting that
its impact is already being felt through stronger foreign exchange
earnings, improved balance-of-payments performance and enhanced energy
security.

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“This is a wonder to behold. It is massive, productive and
transformative. It is already making a significant contribution to
Nigeria’s economy through its impact on foreign reserves, the balance
of payments and the lives of ordinary Nigerians,” he said.

Group Vice President, Oil and Gas, Dangote Industries Limited, Devakumar
Edwin, said the visit represented a significant milestone in a
partnership that began during the refinery’s construction phase.

“The bank visited us during construction and understood the scale of
what we were building,” Edwin said. “Today, the refinery is fully
operational and they can see what their support has helped to create. It
is like nurturing a tree and eventually seeing it bear fruit.”

He added that both organisations are exploring opportunities to deepen
collaboration as Dangote expands its industrial footprint across Africa.

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Dangote Petroleum
Refinery, David Bird, said the visit highlighted the importance of
long-term partnerships in delivering large-scale industrial projects.

“Standard Bank has been one of our strongest supporters throughout the
history of the refinery and the broader Dangote Group,” Bird said.

“This visit was an opportunity to demonstrate what that support has
enabled. Seeing is believing, and it allows our partners to appreciate
the scale of what has been achieved.”
The visit also coincided with a major operational milestone for the
refinery, which has now exceeded its original design capacity.

Bird disclosed that the refinery recently completed performance test
runs at 700,000 barrels per day, above its nameplate capacity of 650,000
barrels per day.

“We have always believed there was engineering flexibility built into
the design,” he said. “Achieving sustained production of 700,000
barrels per day is a testament to the technical capability of our people
and the strength of the systems we have built.”

Zoho Corporation Unveils Nathu La, A Designed-in-House Server, In A Move Towards Technological Sovereignty

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Zoho Corporation Unveils Nathu La, A Designed-in-House Server, In A Move Towards Technological Sovereignty

The server will help the company bring down the total cost of ownership
by 20-30% and power consumption by 12-18%, in turn reducing inference
cost.

Lagos — 11 June 2026—Zoho Corporation [1], a global technology
company and parent company of Zoho and ManageEngine, announced the
launch of Nathu La, a designed-in-house server and a pivotal step in the
company’s journey towards building its full technology stack, from the
hardware layer to software applications.

With Nathu La, Zoho has achieved equivalent performance with 12-18%
lower power consumption and 20-30% lower total cost of ownership (TCO),
thereby reducing inference costs. The Nathu La server, comprising
Intel® Xeon® 6 processors, was developed collaboratively with Intel,
leveraging their enablement capabilities and technical expertise.

“Zoho Corporation has invested in building its own technology stack
from the ground up over the last three decades. The Nathu La server
launch is in line with that goal,” said Kehinde Ogundare, Country
Head, Zoho Nigeria. “With our strategy of using contextual,
right-sized models, running on our own platform, on our own servers, in
our own data centres, we are compounding the benefits accrued from
owning and operating our entire technology stack. This ensures that our
solutions are more sustainable and accessible for businesses. These
long-term R&D investments we are making at every layer of the stack are
aimed at delivering customer value.”

Building the Full Technology Stack

The design philosophy behind Nathu La is rooted in the Open Compute
Project (OCP), emphasising modularity, thermal efficiency, and ease of
maintenance. This enables Zoho’s data centres to significantly reduce
total cost of ownership and power consumption.

Zoho plans to host its applications on the Nathu La server platform,
enabling the company to optimise the full software-hardware stack for
its specific workloads, reduce costs, improve performance, and
strengthen data governance for its global customers. This will also help
bring down inference costs for Zoho’s AI usage.

Developed Hardware Engineering Talent

In 2020, Zoho established a small R&D team in Nagpur, a Tier 2 town in
India, focused on projects such as server design and systems
engineering. Members of the Nathu La R&D team include hires from SETU –
short for Student’s Engagement for Transformative Upskilling – an
initiative designed to build a pipeline of industry-ready engineers,
with a focus on advanced learning in Electronics System Design and
Manufacturing (ESDM).

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The initiative directly addresses the growing need for stronger
foundational engineering skills in an era increasingly influenced by
AI-assisted development. By prioritising hands-on innovation and
first-principles problem-solving, SETU helps cultivate deeper research
capabilities, creativity, and applied engineering expertise. To date,
over 300 students have been trained through the programme, some of whom
have joined Zoho.

What’s Inside

The Nathu La server motherboard and chassis platform is the result of
five years of R&D across hardware, firmware, and systems management.
Based on Intel® Xeon® 6 Processors, the server is designed to optimise
performance for virtualisation (VM), High Performance Computing (HPC),
AI inference, and storage applications. This results in improved
performance of Zoho applications for end users.

The server features customised power delivery subsystems, an in-house
DC-SCM (Data Centre Secure Control Module) design, and modular chassis
options compatible with diverse end-user environments, offering
flexibility across deployment types.

All modular components – including the DC-SCM and NIC (Network Interface
Card) – were designed in-house by Zoho’s hardware engineering team and
assembled through electronics manufacturing partners, enabling tighter
integration and quality control across the platform. Over five patents
have been filed covering advanced thermal management and cost-optimised
server architecture designs.

Moving Towards Technological Sovereignty

Nathu La is engineered with hardware-rooted security at every layer of
the stack. The platform’s indigenous IP-driven approach reduces
dependency on external entities for security audits, firmware updates,
and licensing continuity.

The solution aligns with open-source software principles and reflects
Zoho’s broader commitment to building sustainable, secure, and
scalable digital infrastructure. It also supports the growing global
focus on digital sovereignty, local innovation ecosystems, and
high-performance computing capabilities.

Disclaimer: All trademarks, product names, and company names cited
herein are the property of their respective owners.

Nigeria’s Power Reform Faces Delivery Test As Band A Credits And Net Billing Take Effect

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Nigeria’s Power Reform Faces Delivery Test As Band A Credits And Net Billing Take Effect

EBC Financial Group says Nigeria’s electricity reform has moved into an accountability phase, where higher tariffs, compensation credits, and new rules on renewable self-generation may be judged by whether businesses actually receive reliable power and can cut diesel backup costs.

LAGOS, 11 June 2026 – EBC Financial Group (EBC) notes that Nigeria’s electricity reform is entering a phase where higher tariffs, customer credits and new rules on renewable self-generation will be judged by whether businesses actually receive reliable power and can reduce diesel backup costs. Under the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) Service-Based Tariff (SBT) system, a tariff model that links electricity prices to expected supply levels, Band A customers pay premium electricity tariffs in exchange for an expected minimum supply of 20 hours per day. NERC’s latest compensation order sends a clear signal: if customers are paying a premium rate, they should receive the supply level they are paying for, and if they do not, they should be credited.

Why Power Reliability is Now a Business-Cost Story

Nigeria’s power supply gap remains a direct cost for businesses. NERC’s April 2026 Operational Performance Factsheet showed that grid-connected power plants had a Plant Availability Factor (PAF) of 31 percent, with an average of 4,286 megawatts (MW) available for dispatch out of 13,625MW of installed capacity. When available grid power falls short of business needs, companies often have to keep backup generators running, adding fuel, maintenance and planning costs to production.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Business Expectations Survey for March 2026 identified insufficient power supply with an index reading of 74.5 as a leading business constraint, ahead of insecurity, high or multiple taxes, high interest rates and financial problems. The index ranks the severity of reported business constraints, with higher readings indicating a more pressing concern for firms.

Band A Compensation Tests Tariff Credibility

NERC’s compensation directive does more than reimburse customers for missed supply hours. It sets a precedent that premium tariff bands carry enforceable service obligations. NERC issued Directive No. NERC/2026/002 on the Special Compensation of Band A Customers Arising from Grid Generation Constraints, covering eligible Band A customers affected by power shortfalls between February and March 2026.

Under the framework, smaller electricity users, classified as Non-Maximum Demand (Non-MD) customers, are to receive a credit equal to 20 percent of the approved February 2026 energy cap for the affected feeder, meaning the electricity line serving those customers. Larger commercial and industrial users, classified as Maximum Demand (MD) customers, are to receive 20 percent of the average energy billed per MD customer in February 2026. Prepaid customers are to receive token credits, while postpaid customers are to receive bill adjustments, with February compensation due by 31 May 2026 and March compensation due by 30 June 2026. NERC also directed Distribution Companies (DisCos), the companies that deliver electricity to end-users, not to offset compensation credits against existing customer debts.

The cost of unreliable power does not stay inside the electricity bill. When a factory, supermarket, estate, logistics operator or cold-storage facility pays a premium tariff but still runs diesel backup, those costs move into production, inventory protection, food storage, transport pricing and consumer prices. Customer credits help, but the wider sector still has to manage generation limits, revenue collection and payments across the supply chain.

David Precious, Senior Market Analyst at EBC Financial Group, said, “Nigeria’s power reform is moving into an accountability phase. Higher tariffs can only build confidence if customers and businesses receive the level of supply they are paying for. NERC’s Band A compensation order and the rollout of net billing point to the same market test: electricity reform must now be measured by delivery, transparent credit mechanisms and whether businesses can reduce diesel backup costs.”

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Net Billing Turns Self-Generation into a Business-Cost Question

Beyond customer credits, NERC’s Net Billing Regulations 2026, published on 3 June 2026, open a separate question for businesses already spending heavily on diesel and backup power: whether renewable self-generation can become a more reliable and cost-effective alternative. The regulation creates a framework for eligible customers to generate renewable electricity, use what they need and export any surplus power to distribution networks.

Many Nigerian businesses already invest in generators, diesel storage, solar systems or hybrid power because grid supply is not reliable enough for production, refrigeration, logistics, retail operations and business continuity. Net billing could make that investment more efficient by allowing eligible users to recover some value from excess renewable power rather than leaving it unused.

The framework is not designed as an instant solution for every household. Qualifying solar or renewable systems must have installed capacity between 50 kilowatt peak (kWp) and 1.5 megawatt peak (MWp), making it more immediately relevant to commercial users, estates, shopping centres, manufacturers, institutions and larger facilities with enough electricity demand and capital to invest. Participants will also need approval from their local distribution company, a technical feasibility review, a Net Billing Agreement and NERC registration. Qualifying systems will require meters that record both electricity consumed and electricity exported.

Whether net billing delivers real savings will come down to implementation. Exported electricity will be credited at an export tariff approved by NERC, which will not necessarily match the price businesses pay for retail electricity purchases. The specific rate and how payments will be settled are still to be confirmed by NERC and DisCos. That export tariff, together with metering, approval timelines and settlement reliability, will determine whether net billing reduces actual costs or remains a regulation that has not yet translated into commercial value.

New Minister Adds an Implementation Test

The appointment of a new Minister of Power adds a wider delivery test to both reforms. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu swore in Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power on 8 June 2026, after the Senate cleared his appointment on 6 May 2026, according to the State House. For businesses and investors, the question is not only whether Nigeria has new rules, but whether the sector can implement them consistently. That means Band A credits must be applied on time, net billing approvals must be workable in practice, export tariffs must be transparent and distribution companies must collect enough revenue to keep paying generators and transmission companies.

What Nigeria’s Electricity Market Will Watch Next

The next phase of Nigeria’s electricity reform may be judged by whether existing rules work in practice, not by new announcements. By 30 June 2026, the March Band A compensation deadline will show whether premium-tariff customers receive visible credits when supply falls short. Net billing faces the same practical test: whether approvals, meters, export tariffs and settlement processes can turn renewable self-generation into a real cost-saving option for eligible businesses. At the same time, both reforms raise the operating bar for DisCos. They must credit customers when service falls short, collect revenue efficiently and keep payments moving to generators and transmission companies. Higher electricity prices may improve sector revenue, but they will not be enough if businesses still have to pay twice: once for premium grid supply and again for diesel backup.

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Nigeria’s Power Reform Faces Delivery Test As Band A Credits And Net Billing Take Effect

Kora Highlights The Growing Need For Payment Infrastructure In Africa’s Trading ecosystem At Finance Magnates Africa Summit

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Kora Highlights The Growing Need For Payment Infrastructure In Africa’s Trading ecosystem At Finance Magnates Africa Summit

Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2026 reinforced the importance of building the infrastructure that sits behind financial services

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, June 11, 2026/ — As African trading platforms
expand across multiple markets, payment infrastructure has become the
limiting factor in their growth. Across the continent, many financial
services businesses still struggle to collect funds locally, convert
currencies across markets, and settle globally through a single,
connected system. The result is fragmented payment operations that are
often costly, slow, and difficult to scale.

This challenge was a central theme at Trading Festival Africa (formerly
Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2026) in Cape Town, where industry
leaders gathered to discuss the future of trading and financial
infrastructure in Africa.

Industry players recognise the importance of seamless money movement

Through conversations with industry players at the summit, including
Exness, HFM, XM, ATFX, Weltrade, CXM, and JP Markets, a clear need for
more efficient payment infrastructure emerged. Many of these forex and
trading platforms already rely on Kora’s infrastructure to support their
payment operations. The summit highlighted growing interest in
stablecoins and alternative settlement methods as businesses seek
faster, more cost-effective alternatives to traditional banking
corridor.

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Payment infrastructure is what separates platforms that can scale from
those that hit a ceiling,” said Bruno Bawa, Lead, African Partnerships
at Kora. “We saw firsthand that most brokers lack the connectivity to
process payments seamlessly across 10+ African markets simultaneously.
That’s where the real growth opportunity sits.

Strengthening Africa’s financial rails

Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2026 reinforced the importance of
building the infrastructure that sits behind financial services. While
discussions covered market trends and trading opportunities, many
participants recognised that long-term growth depends on faster, more
reliable and more connected payment systems.

As demand for cross-border financial services continues to grow, Kora is
positioning itself to address this gap. By extending coverage to more
African corridors, Kora enables forex brokers to serve their customers
across the continent through a single, integrated system.

Sim Tshabalala Leads Standard Bank Delegation On Courtesy Visit To South African High Commissioner To Nigeria

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Sim Tshabalala Leads Standard Bank Delegation On Courtesy Visit To South African High Commissioner To Nigeria

Sim Tshabalala, Chief Executive Officer of Standard Bank Group,
Africa’s largest bank, paid a courtesy visit to Thami Mseleku, South
African High Commissioner to Nigeria in Abuja. He was accompanied by
Sola David-Borha, Chairman of Stanbic IBTC Holdings Board; Helmut
Engelbrecht, Regional Chief Executive for Africa Regions, Standard Bank;
Chuma Nwokocha, Chief Executive of Stanbic IBTC Holdings; Wole Adeniyi,
Chief Executive of Stanbic IBTC Bank; Yewande Sadiku, Head Investment
Banking Africa, Standard Bank, alongside other senior executives.

This engagement highlights the importance of strengthening business ties
between South Africa and Nigeria, two of Africa’s largest economies.
Standard Bank Group remains committed to driving Africa’s growth by
fostering investor confidence, creating employment opportunities, and
supporting sustainable economic development.

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At a time when collaboration is essential, this visit underscores the
role of strong partnerships in building resilience, fostering unity, and
unlocking Africa’s full potential for shared prosperity.

Lagos Waste Crisis Deepens As Uncollected Refuse Overwhelms Communities In 2026

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Lagos Waste Crisis Deepens As Uncollected Refuse Overwhelms Communities In 2026

Mounting waste disposal challenges across Lagos are raising concerns over public health, environmental safety and urban sanitation, as residents in several communities report prolonged delays in refuse collection despite paying for waste management services.

The situation has become increasingly visible in parts of the state where overflowing dumpsites, blocked drainage channels and unattended refuse heaps now form part of the daily landscape. Residents say waste often remains uncollected for extended periods, creating unpleasant conditions and increasing the risk of disease outbreaks.

Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub and most populous city, generates an estimated 13,000 tonnes of solid waste every day. However, available assessments indicate that only slightly more than half of that volume is processed through formal waste disposal channels, leaving thousands of tonnes to find their way into illegal dumpsites, waterways and drainage systems.

The growing sanitation challenge has become particularly evident in densely populated neighbourhoods where residents complain that scheduled waste collection services no longer operate as frequently as expected. Brandspur Politics understands that some communities now experience significant gaps between refuse evacuation cycles, despite arrangements that were originally designed for regular weekly collections.

Environmental experts warn that inefficient waste disposal contributes directly to urban flooding, especially during the rainy season when plastic materials and other debris clog drainage infrastructure. The resulting water stagnation can also create favourable conditions for disease-carrying insects and other health hazards.

The Lagos waste management framework relies heavily on licensed Private Sector Participant (PSP) operators responsible for collecting refuse from households and businesses across the state. Hundreds of these operators have been deployed to support waste evacuation across numerous administrative wards.

However, stakeholders within the sector have repeatedly pointed to financial sustainability challenges, including low payment compliance among customers, rising operational costs and increasing logistics expenses. These pressures have affected the ability of some operators to maintain consistent service schedules.

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Residents affected by the delays say the consequences extend beyond environmental concerns, impacting local businesses and reducing the quality of life in affected communities. Traders and roadside operators frequently contend with offensive odours and unsanitary conditions created by accumulated waste.

Public health advocates have also expressed concern over the potential spread of communicable diseases associated with poorly managed refuse dumps, particularly in areas with high population density and inadequate drainage infrastructure.

As Lagos continues to expand rapidly, experts argue that stronger enforcement, improved collection efficiency and increased public participation will be essential to addressing the growing waste burden. They note that sustainable urban development depends heavily on effective sanitation systems capable of keeping pace with population growth.

The state government has previously introduced various initiatives aimed at modernising waste management, improving recycling rates and strengthening environmental compliance. Nevertheless, the persistence of collection delays in some communities suggests that operational challenges remain.

Urban planning specialists believe that addressing the problem will require a combination of investment in waste infrastructure, stronger monitoring of service providers and greater public awareness regarding proper waste disposal practices.

With millions of residents depending on an effective sanitation network, the performance of Lagos’ waste management system remains a critical issue for public health, environmental sustainability and the overall liveability of Africa’s largest city.

Airtel Nigeria Launches New Data Calculator To Help Customers Track Internet Usage In 2026

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Airtel Nigeria Launches New Data Calculator To Help Customers Track Internet Usage In 2026

Airtel Nigeria has unveiled a new online data management tool aimed at helping subscribers better understand how their internet bundles are consumed across different digital activities, as operators intensify efforts to improve transparency in Nigeria’s telecom sector.

The newly introduced Airtel Web Data Calculator allows users to estimate how much data they are likely to spend on activities such as video streaming, social media browsing, voice and video calls, online meetings, and general internet usage. The tool is available through the company’s website and is designed to support more informed data plan selection and usage management.

The launch comes at a time when concerns over rapid data depletion remain a recurring issue among mobile subscribers across the country. Telecom operators and regulators have increasingly focused on consumer education and usage awareness as demand for digital services continues to grow. Brandspur Brand News understands that the initiative forms part of broader industry efforts to provide customers with greater visibility into their internet consumption patterns.

Over the past year, telecommunications companies have introduced various measures aimed at improving customer confidence, including usage alerts, billing verification processes, customer engagement programmes and educational campaigns explaining factors that influence data consumption.

According to Airtel Nigeria, the new calculator was developed to bridge information gaps and help subscribers gain a clearer understanding of how everyday online activities translate into data usage. The company noted that growing dependence on digital platforms for work, learning, communication and entertainment has increased the need for practical tools that support smarter internet usage.

Industry regulators have also repeatedly highlighted that many cases of perceived excessive data consumption are often linked to modern smartphone features, automatic software updates, cloud backups, high-definition video streaming, background application activity and increased use of digital services.

The Nigerian Communications Commission has continued to encourage operators to improve transparency around data usage while developing solutions that help subscribers monitor and manage their internet consumption more effectively.

Airtel executives said the company remains focused on strengthening customer experience by providing users with better access to information about their services. They added that transparency and consumer trust have become increasingly important as internet usage expands across the country.

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The development comes against the backdrop of rising demand for broadband services in Nigeria. Industry figures show that internet consumption reached record levels in 2025, reflecting the country’s accelerating digital transformation and growing reliance on mobile connectivity for economic and social activities.

Telecommunications operators have continued to invest heavily in network upgrades, digital platforms and customer support systems to meet growing demand while improving service quality. Airtel said the latest tool complements ongoing investments in network modernisation and customer-focused digital solutions.

The company also reaffirmed support for industry-wide collaboration aimed at improving consumer confidence and strengthening understanding of data usage across the telecom ecosystem.

As competition among operators intensifies, customer education and service transparency are becoming key differentiators in the market. Industry observers believe tools that provide greater insight into internet consumption could help subscribers optimise their data spending while reducing confusion around bundle usage.

The Airtel Web Data Calculator is now available to subscribers nationwide, providing users with an additional resource to estimate their data needs and make more informed choices about their connectivity requirements.

With internet usage continuing to rise across Nigeria, initiatives that improve transparency and empower consumers are expected to play an increasingly important role in enhancing customer satisfaction and supporting the country’s digital economy growth.

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