First Bank named Nigeria’s strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance
First Bank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has been recognised as the strongest brand in Nigeria in the “Nigeria 25 2026” ranking by Brand Finance, a leading independent brand valuation and strategy consultancy. The Bank achieved an AAA+ rating, the highest possible distinction, underscoring its unmatched brand strength and leadership […]
Why you should consider investing in Treasury Bills
Like individuals and companies, governments occasionally borrow to fund their operations. When government wants to borrow for less than one year, it does so by issuing Treasury Bills (T-Bills).
2016 in review: Manufacturing sector groans under recession weight
DESPITE expectations of better business environment in 2016, the reverse was the case for operators in the manufacturing sector of the economy.
Mandela’s economic legacy threatened by S. Africa’s inequality
Nelson Mandela emerged from 27 years in apartheid jails in 1990 pledging to seize South Africa’s mines and banks. Four years later, his government slashed spending and courted foreign investors, paving the way for the longest period of growth in the country’s history.
Crises in telecom sector: The FDI implications
In the last couple of months, the Nigerian telecommunications sector has been embroiled in near crisis. Hardly any week passed within the period without a dispute between the telecommunications operators and one agency of the government.
