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Methodist Media Conference names Rev. Ihedigbo editor of Methodist News

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  APPOINTMENT Posted by allcitynews.ng  Media Conference of the Methodist Church Nigeria has appointed Rev. Stanley Ihedigbo as the Editor of Methodist News, the official news publication of the Church. The appointment was announced by the Head of the Media Conference, Methodist Church Nigeria, and Editor-In – Chief, Methodist News, Very Rev. Godwin Enenche, who said the decision was part of efforts to strengthen the editorial quality and professional management of the publication. Rev. Ihedigbo, a Methodist minister and experienced journalist, is the Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of The Mirror Newspaper, a national newspaper with both print and digital platforms. His appointment to oversee the editorial affairs of Methodist News is expected to bring his experience in journalism, newspaper publishing, editorial management, communication and media strategy to the publication. According to Very Rev. Enenche, the Media Conference considered Rev. Ihedigbo’s professional experience and...

Greenwich Bank’s Commercial Banking Expansion Signals New Growth Chapter — NGX Chairman

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  COMMERCE, INDUSTRY & INVESTMENT  ARENA:  By allcitynews.ng  The Chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group), Alhaji (Dr.) Umaru Kwairanga, has commended Greenwich Bank for expanding its franchise from merchant and investment banking into commercial banking, describing the move as a significant milestone in the institution’s growth journey. Kwairanga made this commendation at the opening of Greenwich Bank’s regional commercial banking branch in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, October 2, 2026. He said the opening of the branch marked the latest phase in a journey that began about 32 years ago when Greenwich Trust Limited was registered by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as a financial adviser and issuing house. According to him, Greenwich quickly established a strong presence in Nigeria’s capital market through innovation and professionalism before becoming one of the few investment banking firms to obtain a merchant banking licence in 2020. He noted th...

EDC, Standard Chartered Foundation Mark 7 years of empowering Women in Tech

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  COMMERCE, INDUSTRY & INVESTMENT  Posted by allcitynews.ng  The Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University, in partnership with the Standard Chartered Foundation and Village Capital, has graduated 11 women-led businesses at the 7th edition of the Women in Tech Incubator and Accelerator Programme. The graduation ceremony, held at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos, marked seven years of empowering women-owned tech and tech-enabled businesses in Nigeria. Since its launch in 2019, the programme has supported 60 women directly, with ripple effects impacting thousands across sectors including education, health, fashion, wellness, and supply chain management. Speaking at the ceremony, Director, Enterprise Development Centre, Pan-Atlantic University, Dr. Nneka Okekearu,  pointed out that empowering women in technology goes beyond business. "When you empower a woman, you empower a nation. Over the last seven years, we have empowered numerous women in...

Industrial Growth Minus Lasting Economic Stability, A Mirage-SON Helmsman

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  COMMERCE, INDUSTRY & INVESTMENT   By allcitynews.ng  As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, the Director General of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, has said that the country cannot achieve lasting economic stability without strict adherence to product quality. Okeke said this to mark the Nigeria's 66th anniversary, noting that the Federal Government's reforms had laid the groundwork for growth, but warned that the gains would not hold if local production was not backed by standards. The the statement made  available by the Director Corporate Affairs of the agency, Mrs Ethan Talatu, the helmsman reiterated his belief, saying "a nation cannot consume its way to greatness, but must produce its way there as, according to him, production without standardisation is an exercise in futility. "A nation cannot consume its way to greatness; it must produce its way there. However, production without standardisation i...

Key Takeaways from the 22nd Alpha Morgan Economic Review

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  Posted by allcitynews.ng  The 22nd edition of the bi-monthly Alpha Morgan Economic Review held on Wednesday 23rd September 2026. With Nigeria’s interest-rate landscape taking a significant turn from the last MPC, Alpha Morgan Bank brought together industry leaders and investors at the 22nd edition of its Alpha Morgan Economic Review to examine what the latest policy shift means for the economy, markets and investment decisions. The zoom session featured economic analyst Bismarck Rewane, who discussed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 350-basis-point reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate from 26.5% to 23%, and its implications for savers, borrowers, businesses and investors. The discussion covered the outlook for inflation, the naira and investment markets, interest rates, exchange rate stability, declining fixed income yields and growing interest in equities and IPOs, including the Dangote Petroleum Refinery public offer. The Alpha Morgan Economic Review reflects Alpha Morgan’s ...

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COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL, ILUTITUN OLD STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES GOLDEN JUBILEE, MARKS 50 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE, LEGACY AND IMPACT

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Posted by allcitynews.ng  The Comprehensive High School, Ilutitun Old Students’ Association is delighted to announce the Golden Jubilee Anniversary of Comprehensive High School, Ilutitun, marking 50 remarkable years of academic excellence, character formation, leadership and service to humanity. Established five decades ago, Comprehensive High School, Ilutitun has remained an important institution in the educational development of Ilutitun and its environs.  Over the years, the school has produced graduates who have distinguished themselves in various professions and contributed meaningfully to the development of their communities and the nation at large. The Golden Jubilee celebration, scheduled for September 28 to October 4, 2026, is designed not only to celebrate the remarkable journey of the school but also to reconnect old students, celebrate past and present stakeholders, honour deserving individuals and further contribute to the continued development of the institution....