A new report by Proshare has revealed that only two Tier 1 banks — Zenith Bank and Access Holdings — have crossed the N500 billion share capital and share premium …
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Nigerian Banks’ Restricted Deposits with CBN Hit ₦18.82tn as Tight Monetary Policies Persist
Seven big Nigerian banks have reported a combined ₦18.82 trillion in restricted deposits with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as at March 31, 2025. This is a 7.3 percent …
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Parallex Bank Appoints Rachel Akhuetie as Non-Executive Director
Parallex Bank Limited has announced the appointment of Mrs Rachel Akhuetie as a Non-Executive Director and member of its Board of Directors, adding significant depth to the bank’s leadership with …
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Seamfix Calls for Biometric Security as Insider Fraud Rises in Nigerian Banks
Seamfix Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering cybersecurity in Nigeria’s financial sector, advocating for biometric-based security solutions as a frontline defence against insider fraud. The company made this known …
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UBA Emerges Nigeria’s Strongest Brand in 2024 Brand Finance Ranking
United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has been named the strongest Nigerian brand in the 2024 Brand Finance ranking, moving up from 9th place last year to the top spot. …
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CBN Denies Report of Distress in Nigerian Bank, Says Banking System Is Safe
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has denied social media and online reports suggesting that one of the banks under its regulation is facing distress. In a statement released on …
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Wema Bank Celebrates 80 Years of Banking Excellence, Innovation and Inclusion
Wema Bank Plc has celebrated its 80th anniversary with a strong message of commitment to innovation, inclusive banking, and customer satisfaction. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the …
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GTCO Posts N300.4bn Profit Before Tax in Q1 2025, Shows Strong Earnings Amid Challenging Environment
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has reported a profit before tax of N300.4 billion for the first quarter of 2025, reinforcing its reputation as one of Nigeria’s most resilient …
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GTBank hikes SMS alert fee to ₦6
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has informed its customers that there will be an increase in the fee for SMS transaction alerts, effective from Thursday, May 1, 2025. The new charge …
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Fitch: Banks Can Withstand Windfall Tax, Despite Rising Economic Pressures
Global credit rating agency, Fitch Ratings, has expressed confidence in the resilience of Nigerian banks, stating that their strong profitability will cushion the impact of the recently imposed windfall tax …