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 […]
Waiting for the Microfinance Dev.Fund
Five months after the announcement of the proposed establishment of the Microfinance Development Fund (MDF) by the Federal Government
Soyewo heads AIBA
African Insurance Brokers Association (AIBA) has elected Dr. Feyisayo Soyewo, a past president of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers,(NCRIB), as the Chairman of the continental body.
Manufacturing sector contributes less than 5% of GDP
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), weekend said the manufacturing sector contributes less than 5 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Poultry business is risky but lucrative – Onabowale
Poultry farming, no doubt is an important aspect of farming as the Food and Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations and other stakeholders all agree that developing the poultry industry in Nigeria is the fastest means of bridging the protein-deficiency gap prevailing in the country.
Ovia seeks FMBN overhauling, PMIs’ capitalisation
The former Managing Director of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr. Jim Ovia, has called for a complete overhauling of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) and the strengthening of the Primary Mortgage Institutions (PMIs)
