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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Level of e-payment adoption still  low in MfB — MD Alekun MfB

Level of e-payment adoption still low in MfB — MD Alekun MfB

Loan recovery is a big challenge in the microfinance industry because we don’t have the prerequisite data in this sub-sector like in other clime where they have accurate data. With data you can track your loan customers, though the Bank Verification Number (BVN) is trying to help in this regard but as it is, the cost of acquiring the data capturing machine for microfinance banks is high.

FRC, shareholders bicker  over waivers

FRC, shareholders bicker over waivers

SHAREHOLDERS in the nation’s capital market have taken a swipe on the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, FRCN, over alleged waiver fees it places on Chief Finance Officers, CFOs, and audit committee chairmen of quoted companies, who are not members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN.

Unilever Nigeria Plc: Investment gains in Rights Issue defy bear run

Unilever Nigeria Plc: Investment gains in Rights Issue defy bear run

DESPITE recent profit takings in the equities investors in the Rights Issue of Unilever Nigeria Plc are still on massive discount of over 27 per cent following the price surge in the equity shortly after the offer opened last month. The Rights Issue is closing next week.

Sterling Bank unveils Recyclart competition, calls for entries

Sterling Bank unveils Recyclart competition, calls for entries

STERLING Bank Plc has unveiled the Recyclart Competition in a bid to influence how Nigerians dispose of items that could be recycled and change the way they relate to the environment. Chief Marketing Officer of Sterling Bank, Mr. Henry Bassey, who disclosed this in a statement in Lagos, said the Recyclart competition is intended to […]