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 […]
Mortgage banker advocates 1% of crude oil revenue for social housing
The federal government has been called upon to set aside one percent of annual sales from crude oil as intervention fund for the development of social housing across the state capitals and local councils in Nigeria.
IFC disburses $13 million microfinance loans in 2012
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) through its inclusive business clients has disbursed over $13 million microfinance loans to farmers, students, micro-entrepreneurs, among others.
Power sector privatisation to increase stock market depth, capitalisation
The ongoing privatisation of the power sector is expected to yield fruitful result in the stock market and the economy in general if the companies are made to list on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE).
Equities’ value appreciates by N276bn
An upward trend was recorded in transactions on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, NSE, last week, as the value of listed equities, represented by the market capitalization, appreciated by N275.586 billion.
FRC to bar MDs, CFOs, executive directors from audit committees
The Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria, FRC, said it is considering a review of some of its rules and will bar managing directors, chief financial officers and executive directors from audit committees of public companies.
