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Zenith Bank Reinforces ESG Commitment With World Environmental Day Initiative

— Zenith Bank Headquarters, Lagos By St. Johnson Adegboyega In line with its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices, Zenith Bank Plc has commemorated the 2026 World Environment Day with a two-phase environmental clean-up initiative in Lagos State, held under the global theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.” The first phase was a morning clean-up conducted by staff of the… []

Alpha Morgan Bank Delivers Historic Performance, Posts N1.9 billion PBT in First 10 Months of Operations

— Alpha Morgan Bank office By St. Johnson Adegboyega Alpha Morgan Bank has announced a landmark financial performance, recording Profit Before Tax of N1.9 billion in just 10 months of operations, a result that stands as a major milestone in Nigeria’s banking industry and reinforces the Bank’s emergence as one of the country’s most remarkable new-generation financial institutions. With this performance, Alpha Morgan Bank did… []

Meet Oghale Elueni The Newly Appointed CEO of PZ Cussons Nigeria

— Oghale Joseph Elueni By St. Johnson Adegboyega PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc has appointed Oghale Joseph Elueni, a graduate of the University of Ibadan, as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. The appointment was disclosed in a notification to shareholders, the investing public, and the Nigerian Exchange Limited, signed by the Company Secretary, ALSEC Nominees Limited. Elueni’s appointment follows the resignation of Dimitrios Kostianis, who stepped down as… []

Seasoned Journalist, Johnson Adegboyega Celebrates Airtel Nigeria Executive Director, Femi Adeniran At 50

— Femi Adeniran Publisher of Metropolix Magazine and Online, Johnson Adegboyega has sent an heartwarming congratulatory message to celebrate Prince Femi Adeniran on his 50th birthday. Adegboyega joins family, friends, colleagues and associates in celebrating Prince Adeniran, a respected corporate executive, public policy advocate and investment promotion expert whose career has been marked by professionalism, courage, adaptability and an abiding commitment to Nigeria’s progress…. []

What You Need to Know About the Visa Signature Card by FirstBank Designed for Premium Lifestyles

— Specimen of Visa Signature Card By St. Johnson Adegboyega Recently, FirstBank in partnership with Visa, launched the Visa Signature card in Nigeria, a premium offering tailored for affluent customers seeking global travel privileges, lifestyle benefits, and exclusive merchant deals. This card is positioned as a strategic expansion of FirstBank’s premium portfolio, targeting executives, entrepreneurs, and frequent international travelers. Visa Signature unlocks exclusive privileges for… []

Access Bank Wins Dual Honours at 2026 Global Good Governance (3G) Awards

— Access Bank Logo By St. Johnson Adegboyega Access Bank Plc has been recognised with two prestigious honours at the 2026 Global Good Governance (3G) Awards, reaffirming its leadership in corporate governance and sustainable community impact. The Bank received the 3G Community Empowerment Award 2026 and 3G Best Corporate Governance Framework Award 2026 The awards, conferred by Cambridge IFA under the Global Good Governance Awards… []

FirstBank Partners NTA, others on 2026 Children’s Day Engagements to Inspire Future Leaders

— Segun Alebiosu, MD/CEO First Bank of Nigeria By St. Johnson Adegboyega FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, is set to commemorate Children’s Day 2026 with a series of sponsored nationwide engagements designed to educate, inspire, and empower children across Nigeria. Through its sponsorship of initiatives organised by the Nigerian Television Authority, Nigeria Future Leaders Festival, Lexicon… []

FirstBank, Visa Expand Premium Card Portfolio with Visa Signature Launch

— At the launch of First Bank Naira Visa Debit Card By St. Johnson Adegboyega First Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced the launch of its Naira Visa Debit Card, in partnership with Visa to extend accessible, reliable electronic payment capabilities to a broader segment of the Nigerian population. The card is targeted at everyday consumers who require a dependable payment instrument for routine domestic… []

Tony Elumelu Set To Join Seplat Board After $500m Stake

— Tony Elumelu By Adeola Idris Multi-billionaire founder and chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Mr. Tony Elumelu, is expected to be formally elected to the board of Seplat Energy Plc on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as shareholders gather virtually for the company’s 13th Annual General Meeting. This is according to the energy company’s Notice of Annual General Meeting filed with the Nigerian… []

FirstBank Appoints Julius Omodayo-Owotuga as Executive Director

— Dr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga By St. Johnson Adegboyega FirstBank of Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of First HoldCo Plc, has appointed Dr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga as Executive Director effective May 13, 2026, strengthening leadership in finance, governance, risk, and transformation. The appointment, disclosed through the Nigerian Exchange, also highlighted Omodayo’s 24 years of experience across banking, infrastructure finance, power, oil and gas, auditing, and consulting…. []

Fidelity Bank Grows Gross Earnings by 45.6% for FY 2025

By Adeola Idris Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading Nigerian financial institution, has announced its audited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reporting Gross Earnings growth of 45.6% from N1.04 trillion in 2024 to N1.52 trillion in FY 2025, reflecting stronger topline momentum across core business segments. The Group recorded a Profit Before Tax of N347.7 billion. This performance was underpinned by a… []

The Alternative Bank Addresses Nigeria’s Medicine Security Crisis with Financing for Local Pharma

— Dr. Jekwu Ozoemene, Group Executive at The Alternative Bank By St. Johnson Adegboyega Africa bears roughly a quarter of the global disease burden yet imports nearly 97 percent of its pharmaceutical commodities, a vulnerability starkly exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic. This severe import dependence leaves Nigeria’s medicine security inherently weak. To address this, The Alternative Bank (AltBank) is stepping in as the financing answer,… []

First Holdco PLC Grows Gross Earnimgs To ₦3.4 Trillion For The Full Year Ended December 31, 2025

— Wale Oyedeji is the Group Managing Director (GMD) First HoldCo By St. Johnson Adegboyega First HoldCo Plc. (“FirstHoldCo” or the “Group”) today announces its audited results for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. Financial Highlights Income statement (₦’billion) FY 2025 FY 2024 Δ Gross earnings 3,435.4 3,212.6 +6.9% Interest income 2,994.1 2,397.4 +24.9% Net Interest Income 1,916.9 1,401.3 +36.8% Non-Interest Income1 377.4 755.1… []

Shyllon Museum Hosts NATOP Familiarization Visit to Position Ibeju-Lekki as a Tourism Hub

– Representatives of the YSMA –and NATOP Members during the Familiarization Visit and Tour of the Museum By St. Johnson Adegboyega In a move to strengthen ties with Nigeria’s premier travel professionals, the Yemisi… []

Unity Bank Disburses Over N500 Million Through SHOCOF to Support Traders

— Unity Bank Logo (file) By St. Johnson Adegboyega As part of efforts to promote SMEs and strengthen support for operators in the informal sector, Unity Bank has continued to empower small-scale traders and shop owners across Nigeria through its initiative called Shop Collateralised Facility, SHOCOF. SHOCOF is an innovative loan product, and Unity Bank has disbursed over N500 million to beneficiaries, significantly improving access… []

Access Holdings Clarifies Dividend Position Amid Strong 2025 Earnings

— Access Holdings logo (File) By St. Johnson Adegboyega Access Holdings Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to long-term shareholder value and sustainable returns, following a strong performance in the 2025 financial year, while providing clarity on the rationale for the non-payment of dividends for the year ended December 31, 2025. The clarification was provided during the Group’s Full Year 2025 Investors and Earnings Call, where… []

Stakeholders Applaud AltBank’s Push for Early Autism Response, Caregiver Support

— The Alternative Bank logo (File) By St. Johnson Adegboyega Leading healthcare professionals, policymakers, and autism advocates have strongly commended The Alternative Bank (AltBank) for championing a proactive approach to autism care in Nigeria. At the Bank’s Maiden Autism Stakeholders Roundtable and Policy Dialogue, held in Lagos on Friday, stakeholders lauded the institution’s decisive shift toward early intervention, systemic inclusion, and comprehensive capacity building for… []

FirstBank Confirms Appointment of Olayinka Ijabiyi as Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications

— Olayinka Ijabiyi By St. Johnson Adegboyega FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has confirmed the appointment of Olayinka Ijabiyi as the substantive Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications. The appointment takes immediate effect and reinforces strong corporate governance at a pivotal point in the Bank’s growth and transformation journey. Olayinka Thomas Ijabiyi is a seasoned marketing and corporate communications… []

Zenith Bank Deepens West African Precense With Entry Into Cote D’ivoire Market

— Zenith Bank Headquarters, Lagos By St. Johnson Adegboyega Zenith Bank Plc has announced the opening of its Côte d’Ivoire subsidiary, marking a pivotal achievement in the Group’s Pan-African expansion strategy. The official opening ceremony, scheduled to hold on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, is expected to attract senior government officials and regulators from Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire, continental business leaders, and members of the diplomatic… []

Access Bank Retains Position as Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand for Fifth Consecutive Year

— Access Bank Logo (file) By Muyiwa Akinola Access Bank Plc has been named Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand for the fifth consecutive year by Brand Finance, reinforcing its leadership position in the country’s financial services sector. Brand Finance announced this in its Nigeria 25 2026 report, which ranks the country’s strongest brands based on brand value, brand strength, and underlying business performance. According to… []