Finance

First Bank named Nigeria’s strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance

First Bank named Nigeria’s strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance

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 […]
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‘Development versus debt peonage’

‘Development versus debt peonage’

The above title is from a paper presented by Brian Browne at an event organised, by Atayese, a Pan Odua Socio-political self determination group, in Ibadan last month, to mark the 90th birthday of distinguished Prof. Adetoun Ogunsheye.

Nigeria to have 15th largest industry by 2020 – CBN

Nigeria to have 15th largest industry by 2020 – CBN

By Favour Nnabugwu The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed plans of positioning the Nigerian insurance industry among the 15 largest in the world come  year 2020. The apex bank  said a lot of transformation was going on in the sector, as enshrined in its Financial System Stability 2020 (FSS 2020) aimed at revamping […]

Why interest rate is high — CBN

Why interest rate is high — CBN

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, at the Vanguard Personality Awards, last weekend took time to explain why interest rate is still high.

Exclusion of 41 items, opportunity to restructure Nigeria’s economy – Emefiele

Exclusion of 41 items, opportunity to restructure Nigeria’s economy – Emefiele

Before I proceed, let me specially thank the organizers of this event, for the recognition and distinction they have accorded me. No one really deserves these awards because we are all working for and on behalf of the masses but I gladly accept it on their behalf and assure us all that this recognition will encourage me to keep doing my best in the future.

CBN’s interventions: Exchange rate to go down further

CBN’s interventions: Exchange rate to go down further

There were indications this week that the foreign exchange market may witness another round of sustained appreciation of the local currency, Naira, against world’s major currencies at the parallel market segment, while narrowing the premium.

Sterling Bank launches ‘One Woman’ to commemorate International Women’s Day

Sterling Bank launches ‘One Woman’ to commemorate International Women’s Day

Sterling Bank Plc, the one-customer bank has launched a new proposition known as, ‘One Woman’ to commemorate the International Women’s Day in Nigeria with the theme ‘Be Bold for Change.’ The product was launched by Mrs. Ifeyinwa Ighodalo, the Chief Executive Officer of DO.II Designs Limited and the wife of the Chairman of Sterling Bank Plc, Mr Asue Ighodalo, at a well -attended ceremony in Lagos.