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 […]
Developers fault FMBN on NHF debtors’ list
Yinka Kolawole Private real estate developers and other stakeholders in the housing development sector, under the aegis of Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), have denounced the recent publications by the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) of its purported list of bad debtors. After a recent meeting of the association, National President of […]
International Breweries, UNTL’s N562mn loss compounds investors’ woes
Investors’ woes were further heightened last week, as two companies on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) declared a loss of N561.96 million in their half year financial statements released to the investing communities.
Skye Bank to collect taxes, fees for Rivers state
Skye Bank Plc has been appointed by the Rivers State government to collect taxes, levies and fees due to the state’s Board of Internal Revenue, ministries, departments and agencies under its new policy of “Pay Direct Systemâ€.
FCT to embark on N75bn housing scheme
The Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) is set to embark on an aggressive mass housing programme at an estimated cost of N75 billion, that will deliver 5,000 housing units by 2011.
Margin facilities: Risks to borrower
MANY Nigerians have come to accept the situation that Nigerian banks don’t give loans to encourage business men and women. In truth, every bank thrives on giving out loans but only do so to customers who in their estimation can repay the loans plus interest.
