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 […]
Stock investors defy political tension, turn bullish
THE equity market returned to positive territory gaining 2.92 percent Week on Week, WoW, as investors ignored the risks associated with the forth coming general elections to buy stocks with strong fundamentals across the sectors.
Afreximbank targets $4bn FDI with Export Development Fund
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) said it hopes to attract $4 billion foreign direct investment (FDI) inflow into Africa through its Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA).
Stanbic IBTC reiterates support for Nigeria —China relations
Stanbic IBTC, a member of Standard Bank Group, has said it is pleased to join the Chinese community in Nigeria and other well wishers to celebrate the Chinese New Year, the year of the pig.
CBN to combat N1.6trn excess liquidity in February amidst rising business confidence
THE Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, is set to intensify its liquidity mop up efforts to deal with excess liquidity of N1.6 trillion expected in the interbank money market this month, amidst rising business confidence over improved macroeconomic conditions during the month.
47 million bank accounts go dormant
MORE Nigerians have abandoned their bank accounts majorly due to economic hardship caused by sluggish economic growth, rising job losses and reduction in purchasing power occasioned by double digit inflation.
