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 […]
Need to reduce malnutrition led me into this business – Israel Ajide
Mr. Israel Ajide is the Managing Director of Gudugba, Ifo, Ogun State-based Vigour Farms, an outfit that is into livestock production. In this chat with Financial Vanguard, the 2008 Microbiology graduate of the University of Ilorin, said he was motivated to go into the business because of his passion for livestock production among other things. Excerpts:
Banks battle rising fraud on electronic transfer platforms
Banks have started introducing new measures to battle with a new wave of fraud on their electronic transfer platforms.
Families of Dana crash victims get waivers on payment of compensation
Families of victims of Dana Air crash at Iju Ishaga, Lagos State, on 3rd June 2012 have been granted waivers by the Lagos State government on some major requirements for the processing of Letter of Administration, LOA, for the purpose of payment of full compensation to them. This LOA is a requirement requested by the reinsurance of the airline to pay the balance 70% compensation to victims families.
NAMB 2014 framework to aid CBN’s supervisory roles
As soon as the new policy framework for National Association of Microfinance Banks (NAMB) is in place, it would help the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in its supervisory role for Microfinance Banks (MFBs) in the country.
Nigeria railway battles hooliganism, arrests 300
The Nigeria Railway Corporation, NRC, has arrested over 300 people in bid to step up efforts to combat activities of hooligans on its trains.
