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 […]
Aviation Ministry seeks to partner Chinese investors
The Aviation Ministry has called on Chinese Investors to buy into the Aerotropolis project of the ministry in order to position aviation in a pivotal position to contribute to the growth of Nigeria’s economy. This call is coming on the the heel of the successful signing of the $500 million Loan Agreement to finance the construction of four new International Airport terminals in Nigeria.
Made-in-Nigeria car dream still alive – NAC boss
The country’s dream of assembling and patronising its own cars is still alive, says National Automotive Council, NAC.
Pension reserve hits all time high, now N3trn – BPE boss
The Director General of Bureau of Public Enterprises, BPE, Mr. Benjamin Dikki, says the National Pension reserve has reached an all time mark of N3 trillion as at July 10th, 2013. Dikki disclosed this when the Senate Committee on Bureau of Public Enterprise visited him in Abuja, as part of its constitutional oversight functions.
No need for bond issue if IGR is sufficient – Gov Orji
The Abia State Governor, Theodore Orji , has ruled out the possibility of the state government accessing the Nigerian capital market via bond issue to raise money for developmental purposes.
GTB share price rises by 2.83% on interim dividend announcement
Investors swooped on the shares of Guaranty Trust Bank, GTB, last week after the bank said that its Board of Directors will be meeting this week to consider the possibility of paying an interim dividend.
