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Stanbic IBTC Bank has transformed its Affluent Banking segment, rebranding it as Stanbic IBTC Private Banking to deliver unparalleled financial solutions tailored for high-net-worth individuals. The bank hosted a distinguished media parley and prize presentation event in Lagos to announce this milestone and celebrate the inaugural Save and Enjoy Promo, …

FirstBank, the West Africa premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, has strengthened its partnership with the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) to reaffirm its commitment to driving sustainable finance and unlocking capital for development. This ongoing partnership was reinforced at the recently concluded Fourth International Conference on Financing …

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) is set to launch a new digital portal for the Combined Expatriate Residence Permit and Automated Card (CERPAC) application process. The NIS in a statement signed by ACI Akinlabi, the Public Relations Officer on Wednesday, the portal which will kick off on August 1, 2025 …

Ayodele Fayose, a former governor of Ekiti State has been acquitted and discharged of 11 counts of money laundering and fraud involving ₦3.3 billion. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court in Lagos in a ruling delivered on Wednesday morning, upheld Fayose’s no-case submission, stating that the prosecution failed …

The Founder and Chief Consultant of B. Adedipe Associates Limited, Dr Biodun Adedipe, has emphasised the critical need for disciplined fiscal operations and a structured strategy to reduce Nigeria’s informal sector as essential pillars for achieving sustainable economic growth. He made the assertion on Wednesday at the Lagos Chamber of …

In Nigeria today, unwanted messages have evolved from a mere annoyance into a serious security risk. From deceptive investment opportunities to phony bank notifications, spam communications have transformed into complex frauds that target unsuspecting victims. For numerous Nigerians, starting the day with several spam messages has turned into a regular …

Nigerian music superstar, Davido, has once again proven his global dominance as his album “Timeless” received a Silver Certification in the United Kingdom. The award, confirmed by music certification platform Chart Data, was given after the album surpassed 100,000 unit sales in the UK, making it one of the most …

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has condemned opposition parties over their claims of electoral malpractice in the recently concluded local government elections, describing the allegations as an insult to the intelligence and will of Lagosians. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the party’s spokesperson, …

Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has officially resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku announced his resignation in a letter dated July 14, stating that his decision was necessitated by what he described as a departure from the founding ideals of the party. “I am …

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) achieved a major milestone on Wednesday, as its shares surged past the N100 mark during mid-session trading on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). This makes it the first stock under the NGX Banking Index to reach that level. The breakthrough reflects growing investor confidence in …