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 […]
EQUITIES :Rise in market indices to persist
The upward trend in the equities segment of the Nigerian capital market is expected to continue this week, as more corporate results are expected this week.
Intellectual Property Law Reports is a child born out of adversity, Adeleye
Mr. Bamidele Albert Adeleye, Solicitor & Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria is the managing partner of Alexander Payne & Co, publishers of specialised law reports.
PMIs lobby CBN to retain current account services *Say CBN proposed policy is death knell for sub-sector
Primary Mortgage Institutions (PMIs) are lobbying the Central Bank of Nigeria to retain current account services in the scope of business.
Suspension of u- banking will create level playing field,FHAN boss
The suspension of universal banking by the will create a level playing field in the finance sector, says Finance Houses Association of Nigeria (FHAN).
Don’t draw down on excess crude account for election campaigns, Fiscal Responsibility Commission boss
Alhaji Aliyu Jibril Yelwa is the Chairman of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission the body established in 2007 to address issues around prudent utilisation of resources through a more transparent management of the nation’s wealth.
Conoil promises improved profitability for 2009 financial year
As petroleum products marketing companies battle the tough challenges in the downstream oil sector, there are strong indications that Conoil Plc is set to excite its shareholders with its 2009 financials.
Equities’ value on NSE appreciates by N70bn
The upward trend in the Nigerian capital market continued last week, as investors recorded N69.8 billion improvement on their investments on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE).
Skye Bank opens subsidiary in Guinea
Skye Bank Plc has further expanded its operations across the continent of Africa, as it announced the opening of a branch in Republic of Guinea.
MFB operators set agenda for NAMB leadership
Barely two weeks after the general elections of the harmonized National Association for Microfinance Banks (NAMB), operators of microfinance banks have set agenda for the national executive. On 12th November, 2009 the two erstwhile associations in the microfinance banks (MFB) sector harmonized to form the National Association of Microfinance Banks, which was witnessed by officials of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN.
No problem with NAICOM promoting insurance agents, Soyewo
Prince Feyisayo Soyemo, Chairman of Prestige Insurance Brokers in this interview with Patience Saghana did not hesitate to state the obvious about the bickering among insurance brokers over federal government accounts. He says the sector need not cry foul on local content percentage when the industry has not exhausted even the 40 per cent or made attempt to come close to it. Soyewo notes that with time NNPC will realise the significant role of insurance brokers and reconsider local brokers in its insurances. Excerpts:
