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 […]
OTC records N258.331m, as 3 new issues get approvals
A turnover of 161.6 million units worth N144,365,71 million in 1,339 deals was recorded this week
StanChart profitability rise by 19% to US$6.12bn
Standard Chartered Bank group recorded 19 per cent growth in profitability which rose to $6.12 billion in the operating year ended December 2010.
Edo threatens to revoke sale of Okpella cement factory
Edo State Government has threatened to revoke the sale of Edo Cement factory, Okpella to private investors by past administrations if the factory does not bounce back to production in the next two weeks.
World Bank endorses new Africa plan to sustain continent’s economic growth
The World Bank unveiled a policy for Africa that focuses on fighting corruption and boosting democracy after months of popular protests in North Africa led to the collapse of governments in Egypt and Tunisia. The World Bank’s board last week endorsed the plan, Obiageli Ezekwesili, the bank’s vice president for Africa, said in a video conference from Paris
Access Bank partners Commonwealth Council on power supply
In line with efforts to ensuring an effective and sustainable power supply in Nigeria, Access Bank Plc has entered into a strategic partnership with the Commonwealth Business Council on the hosting of the 2011 power summit taking place in London
