As the insurance sector recapitalisation exercise gathers momentum, about 15 firms have so far successfully undergone capital verification out of the 24 firms approved by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM).

By Peter Egwuatu Access Holdings Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to long term shareholder value and sustainable returns, following a strong performance in the 2025 financial year, while providing clarity on the rationale for the non payment of dividends for the year ended December 31, 2025. The clarification was provided during the Group’s full year 2025  […]

By Elizabeth Adegbesan THE National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, said the average price of 50kg local rice (short grains) rose by 20.5 percent in March 2026 to N112,000 from N92,946 in February 2026. NBS disclosed this yesterday in its Selected Food Price watch report for March 2026. However, recent findings by Vanguard showed that the price […]

By Victor Ahiuma-Young Organised Labour in the nation’s electricity industry has raised alarm over worsening insecurity, deepening poverty, and what they describe as a collapsing power sector, claiming that these are pushing them to the brink. Under the umbrella of the National Union of Electricity Employees, NUEE, they lamented that its members are increasingly exposed to […]

First Bank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has been recognised as the strongest brand in Nigeria in the “Nigeria 25 2026” ranking by Brand Finance, a leading independent brand valuation and strategy consultancy. The Bank achieved an AAA+ rating, the highest possible distinction, underscoring its unmatched brand strength and leadership […]