Category : Banking


Wema Bank Wins Dual Global SME Banking Awards

Wema Bank has been recognized as SME Financier of the Year and won Best SME Lending Product – Digital Bank at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards 2026, highlighting its commitment to supporting Nigeria's small and medium-sized enterprises through inn

NLC Protests AEDC Over Sack of 900 Workers, Issues Ultimatum

The Nigeria Labour Congress disrupted AEDC operations, protesting the dismissal of 900 workers. NLC President Joe Ajaero accused the company of deceit and gave a 48-hour ultimatum for recall, threatening power supply disruptions in the FCT.

CBN Ends Bank Recapitalisation, Starts Crypto Monitoring Pilot

The Central Bank of Nigeria has officially concluded its 24-month bank recapitalisation programme, with Nigerian banks raising ₦4.65 trillion. Simultaneously, the regulator has launched a pilot programme to monitor cryptocurrency transactions involving si

CBN Releases Savings Rates: Banks Cut Interest for Customers

The Central Bank of Nigeria has published new data showing a widespread reduction in savings deposit interest rates across Nigerian banks, with many now offering 7.95% annually, down from earlier rates, as the monetary policy rate adjustment influences re

FCMB Capital Tops FMDQ Table with N1.53tr Debt Market Deals

FCMB Capital Markets Limited raised N1.53 trillion in corporate debt capital through bond listings and commercial paper quotations on FMDQ Securities Exchange in 2025, securing the top spot on the exchange's Fixed Income Primary Markets Sponsors' League T

CBN Regulates Virtual Assets, Banks Raise N4.65 Trillion Capital

The Central Bank of Nigeria has concluded its two-year bank recapitalization program, with institutions raising N4.65 trillion. Simultaneously, the CBN initiated a supervisory pilot for six virtual asset service providers to enhance financial oversight.

Providus Bank Details Cricket Sponsorship Rationale

Providus Bank's Head of Strategy, Ernest Elue, explains the bank's sponsorship of the NCF Women's Invitational Cricket Tournament, citing alignment with values like resilience and team spirit, and noting the sport's growing popularity in Nigeria.

CBN Concludes Recapitalisation, Raises ₦4.65 Trillion

The Central Bank of Nigeria has successfully concluded its two-year banking sector recapitalisation programme, raising ₦4.65 trillion with Nigerian investors providing 72.55% of the funds. Governor Olayemi Cardoso announced that 33 banks have met the new

GTCO Posts N1.23 Trillion Profit, N12.76k Dividend

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc announced a profit before tax of N1.23 trillion for 2025, with a dividend of N12.76k per share, highlighting robust financial metrics and growth in core operations.

FCMB Capital Markets Tops FMDQ League with N1.53 Trillion

FCMB Capital Markets Limited raised N1.53 trillion in corporate debt capital through bond listings and commercial paper on FMDQ Securities Exchange in 2025, securing first place on the exchange's Fixed Income Primary Markets Sponsors' League Table.

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