Connect with us

Business

The Tony Elumelu Foundation to Announce Selected Entrepreneurs for 2019 Programme on March 22, 2019

Published

on

Winners Emerge in 7th UBA Bumper Savings Account Promo

·        Over 1,000 African entrepreneurs from African 54 countries to participate in the 2019 Cohort

·        Event to be live-streamed on TEFConnect – Africa’s digital entrepreneurship hub

LAGOS, NIGERIA, March 18, 2019 – The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading African philanthropy committed to empowering African entrepreneurs, will announce the selected applicants for the 2019 cohort of the Foundation’s flagship Entrepreneurship Programme on March 22, 2019. The event, which marks the 5th round of the Foundation’s Entrepreneurship Programme, will take place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.

Every year, the Tony Elumelu Foundation opens its application portal to African entrepreneurs, with businesses of less than three years old. Through its $100million Entrepreneurship Programme, the Foundation empowers 1,000 entrepreneurs annually, who receive $5,000 in non-refundable seed capital, access to mentors, a 12-week training programme and opportunities to promote their businesses to a global audience. All applicants receive access to TEFConnect, Africa’s digital entrepreneurial hub, which provides access to networks, training, further capital sources and business opportunities.

As a means of cascading its proven entrepreneurial tool kit to the huge numbers of applicants, the Foundation launched in 2018, TEFConnect, the digital networking platform for African entrepreneurs. The platform, which has currently over 400,000 users, providing opportunities for entrepreneurs to network, receive training and forge business partnerships to scale their businesses beyond physical borders.

In the five years since the Foundation launched its Entrepreneurship Programme, it has empowered 4,000 African entrepreneurs directly and an additional 470 entrepreneurs supported by the Foundation’s partners. The Foundation recently appointed Ifeyinwa Ugochukwu as CEO effective from April 1. Mrs. Ugochukwu succeeds Parminder Vir, OBE, who will continue to lend her experience and expertise as a member of the Foundation’s Advisory Board.

The incoming CEO, Ifeyinwa Ugochukwu, emphasised the importance of partnership in reaching additional entrepreneurs beyond the Foundation’s annual commitment of 1,000 entrepreneurs.

“Each year we see a significant uplift in applicants. Our execution partner, Accenture Development Partnerships, are currently reviewing and finalising the applications. Over 215,000 African entrepreneurs applied from across 54 African countries, up from 151,000 applications last year, with an increase in female representation from 62,000 in 2018 to 90,000 in 2019. These rising figures demonstrate the burning desire of the African entrepreneur to develop our continent, and we must urgently convert this passion into viable businesses to develop our continent.

Our Programme has developed a robust mechanism for directing capital effectively and efficiently, to those who can deploy it in local communities with the greatest impact. We are looking forward to working with partners to collaborate with us, to scale the platform and process we have created. Empowering African entrepreneurs must be a shared responsibility to create economic prosperity for all”, she said.

Speaking on the Entrepreneurship Programme, Osato Noah, West Africa Lead, Accenture Development Partnerships, said:

“We have worked with the Tony Elumelu Foundation since the inception of the Entrepreneurship Programme. In 2015, the first round of the Programme saw us review 20,000 applications for the Foundation and this year we reviewed over 215,000 applications. The sheer diversity and speed at which applications have scaled in the last four years have been incredible. We commend the Tony Elumelu Foundation for their commitment to the transparency of the programme, and Accenture is proud to partner in the delivery of this Pan-African project.”

The Selection Announcement will also feature a Nigerian TEF Alumni Meet up, as well as an interactive dialogue with TEF Founder, Tony O. Elumelu, CON.

Bank

Alpha Morgan Bank Expands Footprint with Three New Branches

Published

on

Alpha Morgan Bank Expands Footprint with Three New Branches

Alpha Morgan Bank Expands Footprint with Three New Branches

 

Alpha Morgan Bank announced the opening of three new branches in Maitama Abuja, Garki Abuja and Olu Obasanjo Road, Port Harcourt, a strategic move that reinforces the bank’s commitment to expanding access to satisfying banking services across Nigeria.

 

With headquarters in Wuse 2, Abuja, and kickstart with over 14 branches nationwide, the bank’s expansion is expected to create several opportunities, supporting employment opportunities, stimulating small business growth and development initiatives through strategic partnerships and outreach.

“This growth is about deepening our connection to the communities we serve,” said Mr. Ade Buraimo, Managing Director/CEO of Alpha Morgan Bank. “We are not just opening doors; we are opening opportunities.”

The bank also offers tailored banking solutions, through its digital and *734# USSD banking. Alpha Morgan Bank is ensuring that individuals and businesses, regardless of background or digital literacy, can participate fully in the financial ecosystem.

Alpha Morgan Bank Expands Footprint with Three New Branches
Alpha Morgan Bank’s growth is anchored in a bold commitment to delivering satisfying banking to customers.
As the new branches open their doors, the Bank invites individuals, entrepreneurs, and corporate clients to walk in and experience its approach to Satisfying Banking.

Continue Reading

Business

Actress Joke Lawal Unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Giant African Real Estate Firm, Masterpiece Homes

Published

on

Actress Joke Lawal Unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Giant African Real Estate Firm, Masterpiece Homes Seals Three-Year Contract By Oluwaseun Fabiyi

Actress Joke Lawal Unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Giant African Real Estate Firm, Masterpiece Homes

– Seals Three-Year Contract

By Oluwaseun Fabiyi

Masterpiece Homes Development and Gardens Limited has taken a bold step in strengthening its brand presence by unveiling celebrated Nollywood actress Joke Lawal as its new brand ambassador. The landmark announcement came with the signing of a three-year contract at the company’s head office in Lagos on Friday, August 22, 2025.

The unveiling ceremony, described as a major milestone in the company’s growth, featured a symbolic presentation of a branded Masterpiece T-shirt and the signing of official documents by Joke Lawal and the company’s Chairman, Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe, alongside the Group Managing Director, Mr. Emmanuel Oladimeji. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as dignitaries, industry stakeholders, and guests applauded the partnership.

Actress Joke Lawal Unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Giant African Real Estate Firm, Masterpiece Homes
Seals Three-Year Contract
By Oluwaseun Fabiyi

Speaking at the event, Prophet Ogundipe expressed pride in the company’s achievements despite industry challenges. He emphasized the importance of youth participation in Nigeria’s real estate sector for long-term sustainability. “Masterpiece Homes continues to be a trailblazer in the industry. This partnership with Joke Lawal is a testament to our vision of connecting heritage, innovation, and trust,” he said.

Group Managing Director, Mr. Oladimeji, hailed the initiative as a strategic move that positions Masterpiece Homes beyond the confines of a conventional real estate firm. “This is more than business—it is about celebrating our resilience and creativity as Nigerians. Our new brand ambassador will play a pivotal role in reinforcing our value chain while ensuring we preserve a genuine real estate culture for generations,” he stated.

Joke Lawal, visibly elated, described Masterpiece Homes as a symbol of innovation and authenticity in Nigerian real estate. “This unveiling represents a bold step in redefining the real estate sector in Nigeria. Masterpiece Homes is not just a company—it is a celebration of identity, trust, and vision,” she remarked.

The event featured vibrant performances, with guests clad in branded attires, reflecting the company’s culture of community celebration.

Masterpiece Homes Development and Gardens Limited has long been recognized as a reputable real estate brand connecting Nigerians at home and abroad to legitimate homeownership opportunities. With Nigeria’s real estate now ranked as the nation’s third-largest sector—behind crop production and trade—the company has renewed its commitment to bridging investment opportunities between Africa and the diaspora.

The unveiling of Joke Lawal as brand ambassador, according to Mr. Oladimeji, is not only a milestone for Masterpiece Homes but also a stimulus for broader industry growth. “Diaspora investments in Nigerian real estate remain vital. By creating systems that make homeownership seamless, Masterpiece ensures a win-win for all stakeholders,” he noted.

With this partnership, Masterpiece Homes Development and Gardens Limited positions itself to expand its influence and uphold its reputation as a trusted leader in Africa’s booming real estate market.

Oluwaseun Fabiyi is the official media consultant to Masterpiece Homes Development and Gardens Limited

Continue Reading

Business

Adron Homes Chairman Hosts NSE Ibeju-Lekki Executives, Explores Strategic Partnership

Published

on

Adron Homes Chairman Hosts NSE Ibeju-Lekki Executives, Explores Strategic Partnership

Adron Homes Chairman Hosts NSE Ibeju-Lekki Executives, Explores Strategic Partnership

 

The newly approved Ibeju-Lekki Branch of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), which recently emerged as the 91st branch of the Society, has paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman/CEO of Adron Homes and Properties Limited, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuel King KOF, at the company’s headquarters.

 

Adron Homes Chairman Hosts NSE Ibeju-Lekki Executives, Explores Strategic Partnership

 

The delegation of engineers, led by Engr. Olufemi Dare, FNSE, the Chairman of the Branch, described the visit as a strategic step towards strengthening relationships with corporate organizations that have consistently upheld professionalism and structural integrity in their projects.

 

In his remarks, Engr. Dare praised Adron Homes for its exceptional commitment to quality housing delivery across Nigeria and beyond, emphasizing that its reputation for structural integrity and innovation in real estate development stands as a reference point for engineering excellence. He further informed the Adron Chairman that the branch would be conferring an award of recognition on him at their forthcoming official inauguration ceremony, in acknowledgment of his outstanding contributions to housing development and infrastructural growth in Nigeria.

 

The discussions also explored potential partnership opportunities between NSE Ibeju-Lekki and Adron Homes in engineering, professional development, and sustainable housing innovations.

 

Responding, the Chairman of Adron Homes, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, warmly welcomed the delegation and expressed delight at the prospect of a lasting partnership. He acknowledged the critical role engineers play in national development, while also noting the numerous challenges facing the engineering sector in Nigeria. He stressed that these challenges can only be surmounted by engaging qualified and dedicated professionals, a principle upon which Adron Homes has built its reputation.

 

According to him, “Engineering is the backbone of any meaningful infrastructural advancement, and as developers, we cannot afford to compromise on professionalism. This is why I am excited about this partnership and look forward to building a mutually beneficial relationship with the NSE Ibeju-Lekki branch.”

 

The NSE Ibeju-lekki delegation included Engr. Tiramisu Bello, MNSE (Vice Chairman); Engr. Omolola Adetola, FNSE (General Secretary); Engr. Taiwo Musa, MNSE (Assistant General Secretary); Engr. Ayodele Agunloye, MNSE (Financial Secretary); Engr. Opeyemi Olabisi, MNSE (Technical Secretary); Engr. Oluwadare Raji, MNSE, among several others.

 

On the part of Adron Homes, the Chairman was joined by key members of the executive team, including Adenike Ajobo, Managing Director; Tolani Roberts, Deputy Managing Director, Business Investment and Development; Mr. Kunle Ifeanyi Konwea, Director of Brand and Communications; Maureen Echefu, Chief Press Secretary, among others.

 

The visit not only highlighted Adron Homes’ enduring commitment to professional engineering standards, but also set the tone for a new chapter of collaboration between the real estate giant and the newly inaugurated NSE Ibeju-Lekki Branch, with both parties pledging to drive innovations that will redefine housing and infrastructural development in Nigeria.

Continue Reading

Cover Of The Week

Trending