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 […]
We will move Nigeria beyond oil export, says Minister
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr Ibe Kachikwu, says Nigeria will move beyond oil export and improve its economy.
Pay equity contribution to FMBN, Senate tells CBN
The Senate has asked the Central Bank of Nigeria to immediately pay its equity contribution of N1.5 billion to the management of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN).
Stop unregistered brokers from Govt business, Remi Babalola, NAICOM tell NCRIB
Former Minister of State for Finance, Dr Remi Babalola has urged the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) to stop unregistered brokers from grabbing government business and other large accounts only to dent the image of the sector in the process.
Foreign interest in Nigeria cools off; UK funding remains top
Despite the massive devaluation of the Naira, foreign portfolio investors have continued to adopt a wait and see attitude toward Nigeria hoping for further devaluation of the naira. Investigation showed that foreign investors relatively showed more interest in government bonds compared with their interest in shares. Across the economy, interest in direct investment from foreign investors is low, primarily due to foreign exchange volatility and Nigeria’s weak macro-economic outlook.
17m housing units deficit figure unreliable – FHA boss
The authenticity of the 17 million housing units deficit figure in Nigeria being bandied about is in doubt, not being backed up by any proven data, Prof Mohammed Al-Amin, Managing Director, Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has said.
