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By Adesegun Adeshi Gbenga Nigerian banks have moved swiftly to contain the effects of a sophisticated global cyber campaign sweeping across sectors and continents, with industry sources assuring the public that the nation’s financial system remains strong, resilient and secure. The campaign, described by analysts as one of the most …

Growth was maintained in the Nigerian private sector during July as firms again signalled a marked increase in new orders during the month. In turn, output and employment also rose, albeit modestly. Meanwhile, inflationary pressures softened. The headline figure derived from the survey is the Purchasing Managers’ Index™ (PMI®). Readings …

Stanbic IBTC recently celebrated 30 years of providing custody services in Nigeria with a Closing Gong ceremony at The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The milestone reflects the institution’s longstanding contribution to investor confidence and the continued development of Nigeria’s capital market. In his opening remarks, Jude Chiemeka, Chief Executive Officer, …

Beyond Philanthropy: How Fidelity Bank, Airtel Nigeria and Leadway Assurance Won Nigeria’s Q2 2026 CSR & ESG Media Conversation Fidelity Bank, Airtel Nigeria and Leadway Assurance lead their respective sectors, as new data shows only 12 of 46 brands tracked generated measurable CSR/ESG media visibility in Q2 2026 P+ Measurement …

Zenith Bank Plc has spent 2026 collecting the kind of hardware that separates a good regional lender from a genuine African champion. Fresh off a sweep of Euromoney’s most coveted awards, a completed acquisition in Kenya, a newly opened subsidiary in Francophone West Africa, and plans for a London Stock …

Stanbic IBTC, a member of Standard Bank Group, was named winner in four categories at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026: Best Bank for Sustainable Finance, Best Bank for Consumer Lending, Best Bank for Mortgages/Home Loans and Best Bank for Securities Services. The Euromoney Awards for Excellence include categories across …

MILO, a leading malt and cocoa beverage in Nigeria, has launched the MILO Text & Win Promotion, a nationwide consumer campaign designed to reward loyal consumers with exciting prizes while celebrating the trust they have continued to place in the brand. Running from July to September 2026, the promotion gives …

  Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP) has successfully completed a landmark Private Equity Placement that raised approximately US$2.5 billion in new equity, following a highly successful offering. The transaction, which is believed to be Africa’s largest publicly disclosed primary equity private placement, marks a significant milestone in the …

Zenith Bank Plc has been named “Africa’s Best Bank” and “Nigeria’s Best Bank”, the latter for the second consecutive year, at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, clinching the biggest and most coveted national and continental awards in banking. The awards were presented to the Bank on Thursday, 16 …

GTCO Announces 16th Autism Conference and Free Consultation Themed “Acceptance in Action: From Family to Classroom to Workplace to Public Spaces”   Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO”) has today announced full plans for its 16th Annual Autism Conference scheduled to hold on Monday, July 27th and Tuesday, July 28th, …