Finance

First Bank named Nigeria’s strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance

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 […]
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Dry your crocodile tears and pay minimum wage

Dry your crocodile tears and pay minimum wage

Nigeria is peculiar in several respects. There are several anomalies and politicians hide under this cover to deceive the people. The question of minimum wage has been raging with some state governors saying they cannot pay the N18, 000 prescribed by the law.

Crusader, SA, 10 others land suspension

Crusader, SA, 10 others land suspension

For the second year running, some insurance companies have allowed their shares to be technically suspended by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) for late submission of their financial results.

Unity Bank Plc promotes 340 staff

Unity Bank Plc promotes 340 staff

Unity Bank Plc has promoted its deserving staff in an exercise aimed at boosting the morale of its workforce. A total of 340 benefited from the promotion exercise which has been done by the Management in the last four years.

All eyes on MFBs’ asset quality

All eyes on MFBs’ asset quality

Despite the euphoria that greeted the establishment and operations of microfinance banks (MFBs), the upheaval in the financial sector, particularly the microfinance sector, has dimmed their candle light as most of them are battling undercapitalization, huge non-performing loans, poor corporate governance, huge investment in fixed assets, weak capacity, insider related abuses, and poor asset quality.

NCRIB endorses UnityKapital

NCRIB endorses UnityKapital

Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers, (NCRIB) has thrown its weight behind UnityKapital Assurance Plc tagging it a broker-friendly company even as the insurance intermediaries tick the underwriter as brokers’ choice.