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 […]
Lagos international airport to have larger car park
Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos will soon have a larger car. This was disclosed by the Deputy General Manager, Public Affairs, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mr Victor Arisa.
‘Fisheries, aquaculture major employers of people’
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has revealed that sustainable fisheries and aquaculture play a crucial role in food and nutrition security.
How to achieve 10% real sector contribution to GDP by 2015 – Stakeholders
In recent times, the major concern of stakeholders in the manufacturing sector has been how to accelerate development in the sector and raise its contribution to the Gross Domestic Product, GDP. However, several problems bedeviling the sector have kept it from rising beyond its present state.
NASS vows to restore confidence in capital market
The National Assembly has promised to assist the capital market in restoring investor confidence in the market and sustain improvement being witnessed in the market in recent times.
Equity market: There is hope for positive returns – FBN Capital boss
Michael Oyebola is the Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management of FBN Capital Limited, a part of the Investment Banking and Asset Management business of the FirstBank Group. He has wealth of experience spanning 18 years both locally and abroad. Until his appointment in January 2011, Michael worked as the Chief Investment Officer of Guaranty Trust Assurance Plc for 4 years and was pioneer Head of Investment, Crusader Sterling Pensions Ltd.
