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 […]
Low rates keep lid on UK mortgage arrears
Low interest rates have kept the level of UK mortgage arrears and home repossessions steady, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML). It reported that a total of 9,000 homes were repossessed in the second quarter of the year – 100 fewer than in the previous three months.
Stakeholders call for tourism development fund
Stakeholders in the tourism sector have called on the Federal Government to establish a tourism development fund to enable investors to obtain soft loans for tourism projects.
The economy: Who is in charge? – 2
“It is better sometimes not to follow great reformers of abuses beyond the threshold of their homes”. George Elliot, 1819-1880.
Nationalised banks: Uncertainty hovers over insurance subsidiaries
Having been inactive for over ten months, SpringLife Assurance Ltd could be headed for liquidation following the withdrawal of the operating licence of its parent bank, Spring Bank Plc, and subsequent transfer of the bank’s assets to Enterprise Bank
2011 Trade Fair: LCCI engages food specialist to manage beverages segment
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), has engaged the services of Food & Festival Limited( a food specialist firm) to promote, market and manage the food and beverage segment of the 2011 Lagos International Trade Fair coming up November 4 -13.
