🎥Abimbola Balogun – Founder, Bimbeads Concept Lagos, Nigeria – September 19, 2025 – Bimbeads Concept, Nigeria’s foremost handcrafted jewelry brand, has announced its exclusive exhibition, Timeless Possession, set to take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel (Ikeja-Lagos) on October 3–4, 2025. The two-day showcase will feature a rare collection of luxury beaded jewelry pieces, blending traditional artistry with contemporary design for collectors and style connoisseurs. The exhibition, described by the company as a celebration of “heritage, elegance, and individuality,” will offer visitors the chance to experience limited-edition creations that highlight the enduring beauty of handcrafted beads. Founded by renowned jewelry…
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The inaugural GITEX Nigeria – West Africa’s largest tech, AI and startup show – attracted more than 650 startups, 200 investors, and participants from over 40 countries and took place across two Nigerian super-hubs (Abuja and Lagos). GITEX has become more than just a technology showcase — it’s a launchpad where startups find visibility, validation, and voices that matter. At GITEX Nigeria 2025, readers of Numeris Media’s flagship publication, Bank & Entrepreneur Africa , took a bold step: they asked for help in cutting through the maze of exhibitors, in order to identify health tech startups addressing issues that affect…
Kofi Abunu – Managing Director, Food Concepts Plc In this piece by Kofi Abunu he speaks about how, after 17 years in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry, he faced what felt like a crushing setback—a demotion. At first, it shook his confidence and made him question everything he thought he knew about leadership. But looking back, that “step back” became the space he needed to grow, rebuild, and rise even higher. Sometimes, the hardest detours are the ones that set you up for your biggest comeback. When a step back sets you up for more “After 17 years in…
From the buzzing tech expo at Eko Hotel to the electric energy of the Startup Festival at Landmark, GITEX NIGERIA 2025 – West Africa’s largest tech, AI and startup event – brought together innovators, investors, creators, and changemakers from across Africa and beyond. At the inaugural GITEX Nigeria 2025 ceremony held at the Eko Hotel in Lagos, here are some of the key voices that resonated: GITEX Nigeria 2025 inauguration (L-R): Anne Agbakoba (CEO, Numeris Media | Publisher, Bank & Entrepreneur Africa); Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos State Executive Governor); Kelechi Eze-Okonta (Managing Director, Zinox Technologies) [📸NumerisMedia] Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu:…
📸The Tony Elumelu Foundation In a powerful demonstration of the link between entrepreneurial drive and physical well-being, Dr. Awele Elumelu—medical doctor, healthcare entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation—recently completed an Australian marathon, reinforcing a growing recognition among entrepreneurs: success isn’t sustainable without health. At 55, Dr. Elumelu continues to shatter expectations. Known for leading Avon Healthcare Limited and enhancing access to quality healthcare across Nigeria, she balances the demands of business and family with the discipline required of marathon running—traits emblematic of wise, resilient entrepreneurs. The demanding pace of entrepreneurship often leaves personal health last on the to-do…
Lagos, 3 September 2025 — Jennifer Awirigwe—widely known as Financial Jennifer and celebrated as a leading voice in women’s financial empowerment—has been honoured with the 2025 Lord’s Achievers Award in the Finance category at the prestigious 7th edition of the awards. The ceremony, held at The Monarch Events Centre in Lekki, Lagos, was themed “Icons of Impact” and powered by Lord’s London Dry Gin. The Lord’s Achievers Awards spotlight individuals whose exceptional contributions across various sectors inspire societal growth and progress. Awirigwe received recognition alongside other notable honourees—including Debbie Larry-Izamoje in media and journalism, and Victory Ashaka in literature—affirming the…
The Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced the finalists for the prestigious AWIEF Awards for 2025. Held annually as part of the AWIEF Conference, the AWIEF Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of women entrepreneurs and business leaders across the African continent. The aim is to shine a spotlight on women who are driving innovation, building impactful businesses, advancing gender equality, and contributing to Africa’s inclusive economic growth and sustainable development. The finalists are: Young Entrepreneur Award Norah Kimathi – Kenya Enyo Kossiwa Midjresso-Amouzou – Togo Chisom Victory Okorie – Nigeria Empowerment Award Mathildah Amollo – Kenya Naima Mohamed – Somalia Mampho…
📸 Ambassade de France au Nigeria The Amplify Bootcamp – a specialized five-day music industry bootcamp designed to empower emerging music artists and their managers – was organized by the French Embassy in Nigeria under the CrĂ©ation Africa Fund. As part of the Amplify Bootcamp (which took place between March and April 2025), participants had the rare opportunity to compete for project support grants. From an incredible pool of submissions, six outstanding winners from Abuja and Lagos were each awarded ₦1,750,000 to bring their visionary projects to life. The winners and their projects @Fewa_ijaola Rewind – The EP & Listening Party=…
Meekam Mgbenwelu is Editor-at-Large, Numeris Media Nigeria’s healthcare system is often judged by the number of hospitals built or doctors trained. But behind the scenes, the real crisis lies in the absence of data. In rural primary health centres, patient histories are stored in tattered notebooks, immunisation schedules are scribbled on walls, and life-or-death decisions are made without evidence. Now, a new wave of digital tools is disrupting this picture. From electronic records and analytics dashboards to SMS-based ordering systems, Nigerian startups are proving that the key to better healthcare may not be more bricks and mortar—but smarter data. Meekam…
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