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 […]
Agric. minister promises to revive Imo poultry
The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has expressed dismay at the decay of the Imo Modern Poultry in Avutu, Obowo Local Government Area of the state and has promised to ensure the farm enterprise is resuscitated.
Banking complexities make risk-based supervision compelling – NDIC
Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has said that risk based supervision of banks in the country has become critical in view of the increasing complexity of the financial system, the products and services offered by the banks.
Developing Entrepreneurial Spirit in Nigeria (Part 1)
A recent collection of essays on entrepreneurial innovation in developing economies, titled ‘Lessons from the Poor’, mentions an aspect of Nigerian clothing design. Examining the traditional adire dye industry, author Thompson Ayodele informs that the bottom 19% of entrepreneurs polled for the study earned more than state and federal civil servants.
Total names two new directors
TOTAL Nigeria Plc., has appointed Mr. Denis Toulouse and Engr. Ahmed Rufa’I Sirajo as directors of the company with effect from March 28, 2012.
Insurance operators to resolve controversy surrounding commission rate
President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers, NCRIB, Mrs. Laide Osijo has said the actual rate chargeable as commission for the Compulsory Group Life Policy for federal government civil servants which has been under controversy for some time now will be finalised before the end of April.
