Category : Banking


MeCure Redeems N3 Billion Bond, Boosts Market Trust

MeCure Industries Plc has fully redeemed its N3 billion Senior Secured Bond on schedule, highlighting the company's strong financial management and solid cash flow. The CFO emphasized this milestone strengthens investor confidence and supports future grow

AXA Mansard Launches Women's Financial Mentorship Drive

AXA Mansard Investment Limited has launched a mentorship initiative targeting young professional women in Nigeria to enhance financial literacy and investment participation, addressing gender gaps in wealth creation.

Nigerian Big 5 Banks Double Staff Wage Bills in 2025

Nigeria's largest tier-one banks, known as FUGAZ, collectively spent approximately N1.23 trillion on personnel expenses in 2025, marking significant increases from 2024 due to inflation, salary adjustments, and expanded hiring across the sector.

Wema Bank Wins Double at Global SME Banking Awards

Wema Bank has secured two prestigious awards at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards 2026, recognized for its SME Financier of the Year and Best SME Lending Product – Digital Bank, highlighting its role in advancing financial access for small and medi

CBN, Banks, Fintechs Launch PSPC to Fix Payment Gaps

The Central Bank of Nigeria, commercial banks, and fintech firms have united to launch the Payments Service Providers Committee, aiming to address structural issues in Nigeria's digital payments ecosystem, which saw over 11.2 billion transactions worth ₦1

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.

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