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 […]
Is the NNPC broke? Queries for NNPC and CBN
It came as no surprise to close observers of the economy when the Minister for State for Finance, Remi Babalola reported that the NNPC was insolvent.
Emirates in massive aircraft acquisition, stakes $9 bn for 30 B777 planes
Emirates Airlines has placed an order with Boeing for an additional 30 units of B777-300ER aircraft worth approximately $9.1 billion.The new order, placed at the Farnborough Air Show in the United Kingdom, adds to the fleet of the airline’s 71 aircraft type previously ordered, of which 53 aircraft are currently in service.
Regulatory comfort: NAICOM gets own building
National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has finally succeeded acquiring its own head office years after the commission’s head office had been housed in a rented building.
Nigeria, Ghana life businesses soar against all odds
In spite of all challenges facing life insurance business in the West African region, Nigeria and Ghana’ life insurance companies are soaring in premium income as a result of enacted laws to enhance life insurance.
PMI reforms: MBAN advocates N3bn capital base
The Mortgage Banking Association of Nigeria (MBAN), the umbrella body of primary mortgage institutions (PMIs) in Nigeria, has advocated that the minimum capital base being proposed for the mortgage banks be pegged at N3 billion as opposed to the N5 billion being contemplated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
