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- 22 May 2014
AFC’s Andrew Alli Wins African Banker Icon Award 2014
The African Banker has awarded Andrew Alli, president and chief executive officer Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) with The African Banker Icon of the year, 2014. The ‘Icon’ category is awarded…
- 21 Dec 2021
Unity Bank Gets NYSC Recognition, Wins Icon of Youth Empowerment Award
In recognition of Unity Bank Plc’s contribution to the growth of entrepreneurship among Nigerian youths, the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC has named the lender “Icon of Youth Empowerment” in an…
- 27 Aug 2020
Vivien Shobo Recognized as Icon of the Year @ 2020 African Banker Awards
The African Banker Awards has recognized Nigeria’s Vivien Shobo as winner of the African Banker Icon Award 2020, in acknowledgement of her outstanding work and exemplary career during her tenure as…
- 7 Jul 2025
Nnamani, CEO Digital Realty Nigeria Bags Digital Economy Icon of the Year @ Digital Innovation Awards in Ghana
Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani, Managing Director of Digital Realty Nigeria, has been honoured as the Digital Economy Icon of the Year at the 2025 Digital Innovation Awards (DIA), held at the Labadi Beach…
- 4 Mar 2024
Silverbird Honours Alex Okosi with Iconic Pioneer Award @ its 2023 Man of The Year Awards
Alex Okosi, Managing Director of Google Africa, received the Iconic Pioneer Award at the 2023 Silverbird Man of The Year Awards. The award recognises his exceptional contributions and leadership in…
- 24 Aug 2019
Facebook Celebrates 'Icons of Change' from Across Sub-Saharan Africa
Facebook is bringing together 40 young leaders, developers, entrepreneurs and change makers from across Sub-Saharan Africa, to a two-day event in Accra, Ghana, titled “Celebrating Icons of Change”.…
- 6 Jan 2014
Cc-Hub to Build Nigeria’s 21st Century Iconic Tech Brand
In the last 15 years the world has seen the rise of technology brands that have firmly established themselves in a short space of time as 21st Century icons that have even made it into everyday…
- 8 Aug 2021
Forbes Honors Leo Stan, Zinox Boss As Africa’s Leading Tech Icon
Leo Stan Ekeh, Serial digital entrepreneur and Chairman, Zinox Group, has been honoured with the highly coveted Forbes Best of Africa Leading Tech Icon Award . Leo Stan Ekeh, Chairman, Zinox Group…
- 31 Mar 2026
Guinness Nigeria CEO Bags Industry Icon Award @ ADVAN African Awards 2026
Girish Sharma, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Guinness Nigeria Plc, has been honoured with the Industry Icon Award at the ADVAN African Awards for Marketing Excellence 2026, in…
- 18 Feb 2016
Garlands for Leo Stan, Icon of Hope @ 60
Leo Stan Ekeh, Icon of Hope is 60! And for his family, friends and associates; words cannot express their love, respect and admiration for Nigeria’s quintessential businessman. He is an inspirational…
- 30 Jan 2023
LIRS Boss, Ayodele Subair, Bags Vanguard's Public Sector Icon Award
Mr Ayodele Subair, Executive Chairman, Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has been conferred with the 2022 Public Sector Icon of the year at the 11th edition of the Vanguard Personality of…
- 25 Aug 2008
Ndukwe Bags Icon of Nigerian Telecom Revolution Award
Engr. Ernest Ndukwe, executive vice chairman and chief executive of the Nigerian Communications Commission, (NCC) has won the Icon of the Nigerian Telecom Revolution award at the Nigerian Telecoms…
- 3 Dec 2024
Dr. Krishnan Bags Icon of Innovation and Digital Transformation in Africa @ CIO Awards
Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, Regional Executive, West Africa at Africa Data Centres, a seasoned ICT and Telecommunications industry veteran, has been recognized as the “Icon of Innovation and Digital…
- 22 Jan 2021
WAYC Recognises Sonnie Ayere as ECOWAS ICON of Societal Development
The West Africa Youth Council has recognized Nigeria’s Sonnie Ayere as winner of the ECOWAS Icon of Societal Development for his outstanding humanitarian work and exemplary career as a distinguished…
- 17 Feb 2017
Glo-Sponsored African Voices Features Style Icons Ipaye, Coursaris, Guillot
African Voices, the CNN International magazine programme sponsored by data grand masters, Globacom, will this weekend shift focus to some of Africa’s style icons. The 30-minute programme will feature…
- 17 Nov 2023
Spotify Honors Afrobeats Icon Rema with 1 Billion Streams Plaque
In a momentous occasion at the iconic O2 arena, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema was honoured by Spotify for his phenomenal achievement – his hit track 'Calm Down', featuring Selena Gomez reaching…
- 4 Mar 2021
Lai Mohammed Mourns Sadiq Daba, Calls Him Iconic Thespian
Alhaji Lai Mohammed, minister of Information and Culture, has mourned the demise of Mr. Sadiq Daba, describing him as an iconic thespian/broadcaster and a giant of his time. Sadiq Daba In a statement…
- 13 Sept 2024
TECNO Unveils PHANTOM V Flip2 5G – Iconic Aesthetic Meets Innovative AI in a Futuristic Flip Phone
Innovative technology brand TECNO today unveiled its new AI-enhanced, second-generation flip smartphone, PHANTOM V Flip2 5G. A remarkable fusion of on-trend aesthetic design and powerful…
- 21 Feb 2021
Leo Stan Ekeh - the Iconic ICT Entrepreneur @ 65
The man, Leo Stan Ekeh arguably Nigeria’s foremost tech guru and serial digital entrepreneur has championed many firsts in the Nigerian ICT sector. Leo Stan Ekeh Mr. Ekeh is the Chairman of Zinox…
- 4 Mar 2024
MTN Nigeria to Establish Iconic Green Building as New Corporate Head Office
Karl Toriola, CEO of MTN Nigeria, in a recent interview with Arise TV, announced the telecommunications giant's plans to build its corporate head office in Lagos. The new headquarters will be housed…
- 22 Jul 2021
Meet Visa: Reintroducing the Iconic Visa Brand to Everyone, Everywhere
Inviting the world to ‘Meet Visa,‘ the global payments technology company today unveiled the initial phase of its brand evolution spotlighting the diverse capabilities of its network and commitment…
- 5 Dec 2013
Mandela, anti-Apartheid Icon is Dead
Nelson Mandela, whose successful struggle against South Africa's apartheid system of racial segregation and discrimination made him a global symbol for the cause of human rights and earned him the…
- 1 Jun 2021
BHM Celebrates Nigerian Advertising Icon Steve Babaeko @ 50
BlackHouse Media (BHM), has congratulated Steve Babaeko, founder and CEO of X3M Group, on the occasion of his 50th birthday. Steve Babaeko, Founder and CEO of X3M Group A world-renowned expert on…
- 20 Aug 2014
ICT Industry Mourns Death of Olubamise, Young ICT Icon
The ICT industry in Nigeria is deeply saddened by the passing of Bankole Olubamise, one of its most promising young men. Olubamise who died Sunday, August 17, was very active in ICT4D consulting and…
- 28 Nov 2014
Huawei Takes Wrapper Off Iconic Ascend Mate7 in Nigeria
Huawei has unveiled a new lightning fast octa-core smartphone with superior singe-touch fingerprint technology dubbed Ascend Mate7 in Nigeria. The mobile device featuring a big 6-inch screen with FHD…
- 5 Aug 2025
MTN & Ultima Studios Kick Off Hunt for Nigeria’s Next Afrobeats Icon
MTN Nigeria has officially launched Next Afrobeats Star (NAS), a bold new music reality competition designed to uncover and elevate the next generation of Afrobeats talent. The show was unveiled on…
- 22 Feb 2019
Leo-Stan Ekeh Miracle: Celebrating Digital Icon@63
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me!" Do miracles exist? The jury is still out on that. Nevertheless, the life and…
- 23 Feb 2009
Mark, Akunyili, Ndukwe Win Leadership Icon Award
The trio of Senator David Mark, the Senate president, Professor Dora Akunyili, Minister of Information and Communications, and Engr. Ernest Ndukwe, executive vice chairman of the Nigerian…
- 27 Aug 2024
'The Price is Right' TV Show, Sponsored by Airtel and SmartCash, is for All Nigerians
Airtel Nigeria has revealed that its sponsorship of the iconic game show, 'The Price is Right,' delivers the iconic program not only to its over 64 million subscribers but also to all Nigerians. The…
- 19 Jun 2022
Afriland Properties Pledges to Beautify Lagos Skyline
Mrs. Uzo Oshogwe, Chief Executive Officer, Afriland Properties, has pledged her firm's commitment to change and beautify Lagos skyline with its iconic projects. Mrs Oshogwe stated this at the Sod…