Former Group Managing Director of FirstBank Nigeria, Dr Olabisi Onasanya, has said he is now vindicated after the Federal High Court in Lagos struck out the controversial loan-related case involving his name. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court, Lagos on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 struck out the case …
Read More »Africa’s Losing $90bn Annually to Imported Substandard Fuel, Dangote Laments
…Says Dangote Refinery imports 9-10m barrels of crude monthly from US, others Africa is increasingly becoming a destination for cheap, often toxic petroleum products — many of which are blended to substandard levels that would not be permitted in Europe or North America. This concern was raised by the President/Chief …
Read More »FIRS To Intensify Fight Against Illicit Financial Flows, Tax Evasion
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is set to intensify its clampdown on illicit financial flows (IFFs), tax evasion, and trade mispricing as part of efforts to safeguard Nigeria’s financial integrity and boost revenue collection. In a statement issued by Dare Adekanmbi, Special Adviser on Media to the FIRS Chairman, …
Read More »Revealed! Jim Iyke confesses secret love, wild past with Kate Henshaw
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has stirred controversy online after posting a raw and revealing birthday tribute to fellow actress Kate Henshaw. In a lengthy Instagram message on Sunday, Iyke opened up about his deep admiration and former romantic feelings for Henshaw, reminiscing on their early years in the Nigerian film …
Read More »Domestic Transactions On NGX Surge To N2.42trn In Five Months
Domestic investors maintained a commanding presence on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) in the first five months of 2025, with total transactions surging to N2.419tn, more than double the N996.03bn recorded from foreign portfolio investors within the same period. This is according to the May 2025 edition of the Domestic …
Read More »Nestlé Nigeria Trains 100 Plastics Waste Workers for a Sustainable Future
As part of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and social inclusion, Nestlé Nigeria has launched a comprehensive Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Training Program, empowering 100 plastic waste workers across Lagos and Abuja. This initiative aims to enhance the safety and wellbeing of these invaluable workers while empowering them …
Read More »ZENITH BANK NAMED NIGERIA’S BEST BANK AT EUROMONEY AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE 2025
Zenith Bank Plc has been named “Nigeria’s Best Bank” at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, emerging as Nigeria’s standout performer, and clinching the biggest and most coveted country award. The award, which was presented to the bank on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at The Peninsula, London, is a testament …
Read More »FIRSTBANK MARKS SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE: ₦1 TRILLION IN INSTANT DIGITAL LOAN DISBURSEMENTS
FirstBank, a leading financial institution and provider of financial inclusion services in West Africa, announces the achievement of ₦1 trillion in cumulative instant digital loan disbursements. This accomplishment further consolidates the Bank’s reputation for innovation, leadership in financial inclusion, and commitment to customer empowerment within. Since its inaugural digital loan …
Read More »EduFuture Conference 2025 Rallies Stakeholders to Rethink Education Through Action and Inclusion
The EduFuture Conference 2025, held on July 10 at the American Corner Ikeja, brought together a powerful coalition of voices committed to reimagining education across Africa. From government advisors and EdTech leaders to grassroots advocates and nonprofit founders, the conference delivered one resounding message: Africa’s education future must be built on equity, innovation, …
Read More »Game On: Stanbic IBTC Ignites the Investment Spark with InvestBeta Season 2
Following the success of its debut season, Stanbic IBTC Asset Management, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, announces the return of the InvestBeta Game Show, with registration officially open. The second season of the InvestBeta show builds on the first edition, aimed at equipping young Nigerians with real-world financial …
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