VFD Group
5 Apr
The Central Securities Clearing System Plc (CSCS), Nigeria's premier Financial Market Infrastructure company, has appointed Nonso Okpala, Group Managing Director/CEO of VFD Group, into its board. Okpala, who currently serves as the GMD/CEO of VFD Group, a proprietary investment company with diversified portfolio - a company he co-founded with a group of astute professionals 15…
1 Jan
In alignment with its commitment to corporate social responsibility, VFD Group partnered with Narrative Landscape Press and GLG Communications to host Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 'Mama’s Sleeping Scarf' at the Alliance Francaise/Mike Adenuga Centre, Ikoyi Lagos. The collaboration focused on promoting the love for reading and supporting education, reflecting VFD Group's dedication to social impact. Executive…
18 Dec
In a significant stride towards fostering innovation and driving economic transformation, VFD Group, a proprietary investment company, recently announced its collaboration with the Anambra State Investment Promotion and Protection Agency (ANSIPPA) and Solution Innovation District, providing a N6 Million grant. This initiative creates opportunities for entrepreneurs to nurture and support their most promising ideas. The…
18 Dec
VFD Group, a proprietary investment company, collaborated with St Saviour's School Ikoyi Endowment Fund, the Lagos State Sports Commission, and the Banana Island Residents Association for the Fifth Edition of the Lagos Kids Mini Marathon, which took place on November 25th, 2023, with the goal of promoting sports development through a school-based competition. The Lagos…
7 Oct 2023
In furtherance of its commitment to bridging the gender skills gap in the tech industry, 1,500 girls and women have graduated from the second cohort of the Women In Tech Nigeria’s 2023 Makeathon. This achievement marks a significant step towards advancing gender diversity and inclusivity in the tech industry across Nigeria as the first cohort…
12 Jun 2023
VFD Group Plc has recently announced its intention to list on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX). This strategic move will allow the company to gain access to public equity markets, increase its visibility and strengthen its financial position.
25 May 2023
VFD Group Plc, a sector-agnostic proprietary investment firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Adegboyega Fatoki and Ms. Omolola Bolusire to its board of directors after the requisite approvals including the shareholders’ approval at the recently concluded AGM which took place on the 25th May 2023. Mr. Adegboyega Fatoki brings over 37 years…
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