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Pix of the Day, 8 May 2026

1. We refer to the RFP for the “ launched on 17 April 2026. 2. Please note the deadline for submission of proposal has been extended up to 3. Following to the queries raised by potential bidders, the responses of the Bank are as follows: Has the Core Banking System (CBS) product been selected by the Bank? If so, could the Bank disclose the product name (under a non-disclosure arrangement, if preferred) to enable bidders to align their methodology, team profiles, and reference experience with the selected platform? The Core Banking System has been selected. Detailed produc

Caregivers and children at risk of malnutrition in Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Area of Lagos State on Thursday benefited from targeted nutrition support and basic healthcare services through the latest outreach under Project BLOOM (Bringing Life to Our Overlooked Minors). Funded by Nigerian Exchange Group Plc and implemented by Health Emergency Initiative in collaboration with the Lagos State Government, the initiative is designed to address critical gaps in grassroots healthcare delivery across underserved communities. As part of this latest outreach, 130 children aged 6-60 months and their caregivers received support through MUAC screening, health assessments, nutritional interventions, and caregiver education. Findings from the screening revealed a significant burden of malnutrition, with 78 children identified as severely malnourished and 30 as mildly malnourished, underscoring the scale of nutrition vulnerability and the need for sustained intervention. Reflecting on the impact, a caregiver beneficiary noted that the support provided addressed her child’s immediate needs while equipping her with the confidence and knowledge to support recovery. Speaking on the initiative on Thursday, the Head, Group Communications and Partnerships at Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Clifford Akpolo, said, “What stands out with Project BLOOM is the direct connection between intervention and impact at the community level. “Beyond delivering critical nutrition and healthcare support, the initiative is also strengthening a culture of employee volunteering across NGX Group, with our people actively contributing to the outreach efforts. It reflects how purposeful partnerships and employee engagement can come together to drive meaningful, sustained outcomes in underserved communities.” The Executive Director of Health Emergency Initiative, Pascal Achunine, added, “Malnutrition remains a leading contributor to under-five mortality, particularly in underserved communities. Early intervention, combined with consistent monitoring and caregiver education, can significantly improve outcomes.” Also commenting, Permanent Secretary, District VI, Oshodi-Isolo LGA, Omololu Motunolani, noted that the initiative complements ongoing government efforts to reduce the burden of malnutrition through early detection and timely intervention. With additional outreaches planned, Project BLOOM is set to further expand access to essential nutrition and healthcare services across Lagos State.

Caregivers and children at risk of malnutrition in Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Area of Lagos State on Thursday benefited from targeted nutrition support and basic healthcare services through the latest outreach under Project BLOOM (Bringing Life to Our Overlooked Minors). Funded by Nigerian Exchange Group Plc and implemented by Health Emergency Initiative in collaboration with the […]

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