Author Archives: Opeyemi Oke

The Macallan and Trax Apparel Partner for Sustainable Fashion to Celebrate Classic Cut 2023 Launch in Nigeria

Scottish whisky brand, The Macallan, partnered with Nigerian designer Trax Apparel to unveil a clothing collection celebrating the exceptional Classic Cut 2023 edition. The event which took place on Friday, May 31st, at Trax Apparel Studio in Lekki, Lagos, highlighted both brands’ commitment to sustainability and exceptional craftsmanship. Attended by 50 select guests from various […]

Transcorp Hilton Abuja Welcomes The Macallan’s Lobby Bar

L-R Premium Spirits On-Trade Account Leader, Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company, Gbenga Adeosun; Trade Marketing Specialist, Edrington Portfolio, Nigeria, Chidimma Onyekwere; and The Macallan Brand Ambassador, Abuja, Adeyinka Adepetun, during the grand opening of The Macallan Lounge & Bar at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, on Friday, May 31, 2024. In an exquisite show of craftsmanship, The […]

FCMB Group: Shareholders Approve Issued Capital Increase and ₦150 Billion Capital Raise

FCMB Group Plc’s shareholders, at the company’s 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM), approved an increase in issued share capital from ₦9,901,355,390.50 to ₦19,802,710,781.00 and authorised a ₦150 billion capital raise to drive future growth plans. The shareholders also approved a 100% increase in dividend payout to 50 kobo per share, up from 25 kobo in […]

The Macallan Collaborates with Mai Atafo to Launch Classic Cut 2023 Release in Nigeria

L-R: Brand Manager, Edrington Portfolio, Nigeria, Hammed Adebiyi; Creative Director, ATAFO, Mai Atafo and The Macallan Brand Educator and Ambassador, Lagos, Daniel Atteh during the unveiling of The Macallan Classic Cut 2023 Edition at the ATAFO Studio, Lekki, Lagos, on Sunday, May 12, 2024.

The Macallan Classic Cut 2023 Release, was unveiled at the ATAFO Studio in the heart of Lagos. The higher-strength single malt whisky is poised to deliver a full and heightened flavour experience. This exclusive release is part of an annual series that reaffirms The Macallan’s dedication to discovering the extraordinary and crafting whiskies of unparalleled […]

The Financial Times Recognises BHM as one of Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies for Second Year in a Row

BlackHouse Media (BHM) has secured a place on the Financial Times’ prestigious list of Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies for the second consecutive year, a remarkable achievement for an independent communications consultancy. The FT ranking of Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024 is compiled in collaboration with global data and business intelligence platform, Statista. The list ranks […]

MTN Nigeria’s Uto Ukpanah Named Global Corporate Secretary of the Year

MTN Nigeria’s Company Secretary, Uto Ukpanah, is the first ever winner of the “Global Corporate Secretary of the Year” award by the Corporate Secretaries International Association (CSIA). She was honoured with the award at an event on April 23rd, 2024, in Kuala, Lumpur, Malaysia.  The CSIA Global Awards was instituted to recognise the efforts of […]

The Macallan’s Spectacular Unveiling of New Whisky Range in Nigeria

Renowned for its incomparable quality, The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky unveiled its recent expression, A Night On Earth – The Journey, in Nigeria on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Smokes and Barrels, Victoria Island, Lagos. Crafted to encapsulate the essence of homecoming and the journey of reuniting with loved ones, the new release […]

FCMB Group Records 186% Profit Growth, Proposes 50k Dividend

For the year ended December 31, 2023, FCMB Group Plc grew deposits, loans, assets under management, revenue and earnings and improved its environmental, social, and corporate governance scorecard. The Group recorded a profit before tax of ₦104.4 billion, a 186% year-on-year (YoY) increase compared to ₦36.6 billion in 2022 and earnings growth across its business […]

Inaugural Nigeria Public Relations Week to Kick Off April 22, Focused On Boosting Economic Growth and Reputation Revitalization

The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) is set to boost Nigeria’s economic and reputation Renaissance at the inaugural Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW 2024), scheduled to take place from Monday, April 22 to Friday, April 26, at the iconic June 12 Cultural Center, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The historic event, tagged “Leveraging Public Relations as […]

Life Lager Beers Hails the Super Eagles for Stellar AFCON Outing

Premium beer brand, Life Lager Beer, has commended the Nigerian Super Eagles for a stellar and courageous outing at the just concluded 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The official sponsor of the national team lauds the players for their exceptional dedication and sportsmanship, demonstrating sheer resilience throughout the tournament to make the nation proud. […]