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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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The kind of Ministers Nigeria needs now

The kind of Ministers Nigeria needs now

The President on Monday, May 23rd at a meeting with the organised private sector unveiled his transformation agenda for the economy saying he will be at the driving seat of the implementation as the chairman of the National Economic team. Yes, it is time for Mr. President to think economy, talk economy, dream economy and act on the economy.

Shareholders, operators move for restructuring of SEC

Shareholders, operators move for restructuring of SEC

Following the federal high court judgement in favour of ousted Director-General of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), Professor Ndi Okereke- Onyiuke, shareholders and operators in the capital market are canvassing for the restructuring of the apex capital market regulators, the Securities and Exchange (SEC).

Ghana oil law aims to keep the people happy

Ghana oil law aims to keep the people happy

Ghana is drafting rules on local hiring and transparency in its oil sector to avoid the discontent that spawned militancy in Nigeria and uprisings across the Arab world, and also keep big oil companies sweet. Grumblings over the energy industry have already started just months after the first

Japan banking lobby head sees no need for Tepco debt waiver

Japan banking lobby head sees no need for Tepco debt waiver

The head of Japan’s banking lobby said lenders to Tokyo Electric Power should not have to waive debt to the troubled utility, becoming the latest executive to publicly criticise the government’s top spokesman for suggesting such a measure.