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 […]
Analysts forecast reduction in Nigeria’s inflation to 11.03%
Despite the threatening effect of flooding that enveloped the country, analysts at FSDH Securities have projected a decline in inflation rate to 11.03 per cent from 11.70 per cent and 12.8 per cent in August and July respectively.
Flood: Time for operators to propagate importance of insurance
As flood continues to wreck havoc across the country, insurance operators have been urged to use the opportunity to educate the public on the importance of insurance.
Banks with weak corporate governance will lose customers – CBN
Banks that have weak corporate governance will lose patronage and customers, says Mallam Lamido Sanusi, Governor Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
Cautious optimism as monetary tightening buoys Q3 economic performance
Economic experts have called for cautious optimism following significant improvement recorded in some economic indices in the third quarter of the year as a result of the tight monetary policy measures of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
CBN should concentrate on workability of cashless economy – Ugwu-Oju
EMEKA Ugwu-Oju is an economist, a former bank executive and the President of South-East/South-South Professionals of Nigeria, SSPN. In this interview, he speaks on a number of issues including why Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, should concentrate on workability of cashless economy. Excerpt:
Emirates damns EMR scare, allows phone calls onboard
Ordinarily, the standard rule for passengers travelling in air planes is that mobile phones and other devices are permanently switched off until the flight touches down. Part of the reasons always given is that the mobile signals sometimes, have a way of jamming and incidentally disrupting the performance of the aircraft.
Non-payment of claims could lead to suspension of licence – NAICOM
The Commissioner for Insurance, Fola Daniel has said prompt claims settlement remains the best instrument for insurance awareness and growth as non- payment of genuine claims is enough ground to suspend or cancel the operational certificate of an insurer.
I’m passionate about building tomorrow’s leaders – Peter Harrison
D r. Peter Harrison is the Proprietor of Victory Comprehensive College, Elelenwo, Port Harcourt and the president of National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, NAPPS, Rivers State chapter. In this chat with Financial Vanguard, Harrison who holds a post-graduate diploma in Education, and PhD in Divinity and Religion, speaks on why he ventured into private school business, the challenges and how he tries to overcome. Excerpts:
12 states in Nigeria lack brokers’ presence
There is complete absence of insurance brokers in 12 out of 36 states of Nigeria, a study conducted by Riskguard Africa Limited, has revealed.
Lagos builders seek safety of construction workers
The Lagos State chapter of Nigerian Institute Of Builders (NIOB) is seeking concerted efforts to ensure the health and safety of workers at various construction sites in the state.
