Business

In the evolving tapestry of African enterprise, few names resonate with both business acumen and heartfelt humanitarianism like Nana Aishatu Gambo. As the visionary force behind a diversified conglomerate spanning logistics, real estate, agribusiness, and international trade, Nana Gambo has built more than companies. She has built a legacy of purpose. At the helm of the Framazaz brand, Nana leads a dynamic portfolio of companies unified by a bold vision to drive economic transformation, empower underserved communities, and build sustainable enterprises that solve real-world challenges. From nationwide food distribution to global trade facilitation, each business under her leadership is a thread in a larger fabric of service, impact, and innovation. Driving Inclusive Growth Through ...

In the ever-evolving world of Nigerian banking, one name stands out for his depth of expertise, proven integrity, and consistent delivery, Hassan Imam, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Keystone Bank Limited. With a distinguished career spanning over 30 years, Imam brings a legacy of excellence and a visionary approach to one of Nigeria’s pivotal financial institutions. A Multifaceted Leader with Decades of Impact Prior to joining Keystone Bank, Hassan Imam served as Executive Director and Executive Compliance Officer at Fidelity Bank Plc, where he held several strategic roles that shaped core banking operations and strengthened regulatory frameworks. His tenure was marked by operational efficiency, enhanced credit risk control, and the creation of customer-centric s...

In a world where the real estate industry is often defined by fast deals and fluctuating property values, Adunni Rinwa shines as a figure of rare character, vision, and lasting impact. As the founder and driving force behind Rinwa Realty, she has not only transformed lives through homeownership and property investment, but has also set a new standard for integrity and delivery in the Nigerian real estate sector. Adunni’s story is one of perseverance, purpose, and passion. Her journey began with a simple desire—to build a legacy of value for others. Today, that vision has grown into a thriving business that caters to a broad clientele ranging from elite investors to everyday families taking their first steps into homeownership. Her name is synonymous with reliability, professionalism, ...

In an era where entrepreneurship often contends with the forces of uncertainty, Tonya Lawani emerges as a tireless architect of growth, resilience, and innovation. With more than two decades of leadership across multiple sectors, Tonya has progressed from a university undergraduate engaged in trading to the formidable leader of SEAL Group, a thriving conglomerate with interests across manufacturing, advertising, hospitality, retail, marketing communications, print media, and medical procurement. Tonya’s entrepreneurial journey began as a student at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, where her passion for trade laid the groundwork for what would become a legacy of enterprise. That foundation took shape in 2005 with the establishment of Virgin Vie Angel Limited, a hospitality branding ...

When Dr. Elvis L. Abuyere established Skyewise Group in 2015, few could have foreseen that within just ten years, it would rise to become one of Nigeria’s most respected and diversified business empires. Spanning across key industries such as automobiles, finance, travel, real estate, and philanthropy, the company has grown from a humble beginning into a dynamic, multi-sector conglomerate driven by a clear and purposeful vision. What sets Skyewise apart is not just its impressive portfolio, but the unwavering commitment to excellence, empowerment, and sustainable development embedded in its operations. Under Dr. Abuyere’s transformative leadership, the Group has become a symbol of integrity and innovation—creating thousands of jobs, supporting small and medium-scale enterprises, and h...

The leading Real Estate Development company in South Western, Nigeria will host 7,000 captains of industry across the world  in a Summit to discuss solution in bridging housing deficit in West Africa and the grand launch of the Lekki Aviation Town by Harmony Gardens & Estate Development, themed "Bridging the Housing Deficit Gap," will take place on July 2, 2024. The summit aims to bring together industry experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from within and outside Nigeria to address the pressing issue of housing deficit in Nigeria. With a focus on innovative solutions and collaborative efforts, the event promises to spark meaningful discussions and drive progress in the sector. Keynote speakers and experts will discuss the critical aspects of affordable housing initia...

As part of its continuing international expansion programme, Dotmount Communications, a worldwide provider of media research, media content distribution, monitoring and evaluation services for public relations announced today the appointment of Dr. Obiajulu Olabisi Ugboh as a Country Marketing Director for Dotmount Communications and to represent its interests in Nigeria’s dynamic and rapidly growing media sector, effective April 15, 2023. Commenting on her new role as Country Marketing Director of the company, Ms. Rahma Himid, Vice President Middle East and Europe regions, said: “Dotmount Communications’s clear commitment to Africa’s media sector has made a very positive impact. I believe there is a genuine opportunity for us to develop significant market share here.” “We are ex...