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 […]
It is risky not to have life insurance – Onekhena
One thing I need to emphasize on is the importance of life insurance. It is risky for any person not to take life insurance, even when they know that in the event of death, there are dependents that would suffer.
How banks make free money – CBN Governor
In an address to Pressmen, about 5 years ago, in Abuja, Lamido Sanusi, who was then CBN Governor (2009-2014), unexpectedly, decried the prevailing monetary framework which facilitated banks’ access to make free money from their portfolio of government funds.
Insurers’ underwriting expenses outpace premium
There are indications that insurers are committing more resources to meeting insurance claims and other underwriting expenses. But this development may be eating into their earnings as expenses outpace gross premium written, GPW.
N220bn SME Fund: CBN using stringent condition to mitigate risk – MfB boss
Managing Director, Okuta Microfinance Bank Limited, Apostle Blessed Dike, in this interview explained why most Microfinance Banks, MfBs, are unable to access the N220 billion Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Development Fund, MSMEDF. Excerpt:
Nigeria’s budgets are heavily skewed – ICAN President
The President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, ICAN, Alhaji Razak Jaiyeola, in this interview highlighted some of the issues that have bedevilled the Nigerian economy, especially the budgeting system. Excerpt:
