Fidelity Bank Supports Improved Maternal Health in Lagos

Leading Financial Institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has donated maternity kits to 30 pregnant women at Mushin Primary Health Centre (PHC), Lagos. The donation, organized by the Great Minds Inductees Class, was made possible through the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP), a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by Fidelity Bank Plc aimed at promoting staff involvement in community development. Through the …

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Alebiosu: In line with our vision, FirstBank is well-positioned to break new grounds in 2025 and beyond

As the foremost Nigerian bank, First Bank of Nigeria Limited no doubt has a history of curating products and services that not only meet the immediate and future needs of its customers. In this interview with THISDAY, the bank’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu described 2025 as the beginning of the bank’s new strategic planning horizon when it …

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‘How tax reform bills will benefit workers,’ Oyedele replies NLC

Mr Taiwo Oyedele, the Chairman, Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms has said contrary to recent assertion by Joe Ajaero, the President of Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, the tax reform bills presently before the National Assembly are pro-workers. Oyedele said this while reacting to a call by the NLC President that President Tinubu should withdraw the tax bills …

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DECEMBERISSAVYBE: FirstBank sponsors ‘The Cavemen Concert’s, thrills audience By Oladapo Sofowora

December is a particularly vibrant and deeply meaningful month in Nigeria, imbued with a palpable sense of excitement and celebration that permeates the air. As daily life slows down, this festive season offers a welcome opportunity for relaxation and togetherness. Families and friends gather to create cherished memories, participating in a rich tapestry of cultural activities that showcase Nigeria’s diverse …

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Polaris Bank, Partners support 16,000 Students to reduce Out-of-School Children in Nigeria … Distributes school essentials to 1,000 students across 10 public schools in 5 states

Polaris Bank, in partnership with key stakeholders, has reaffirmed its commitment to combating the alarming rate of out-of-school children in Nigeria. Through its targeted interventions, the Bank has ensured continuous education for over 15,000 students, providing them with the opportunity to learn, thrive, and contribute to a better future. While the initiative primarily focuses on empowering the girl child, male …

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Sterling HoldCo moves ahead in recapitalisation …cements capital raise with full regulatory approval

Sterling Financial Holdings Company PLC has achieved another milestone with the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recognising an additional ₦75 billion in its capital raise.   This approval represents the final leg of the capital injection that was achieved through a private placement in September 2024.   Building on the private placement’s success, Sterling launched a Rights …

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FirstBank’s DecemberIsAVybe lights up Lagos with Davido concert By Farouk Mohammed

Once again, FirstBank has reaffirmed its position as a champion of arts, culture, and entertainment through its annual DecemberIssaVybe initiative. This year, the bank brought music lovers an unforgettable Christmas Eve experience with the Davido Live in Lagos concert, held at the iconic Eko Hotel Convention Centre. As part of the initiative, the event was a highlight of the festive …

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Polaris Bank Wins SERAS Award, Africa’s prestigious Sustainability/CSR recognition

Polaris Bank over the weekend, added yet another feather to its cap by winning Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility Awards (SERAS), Africa’s most renowned and prestigious Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) recognition, for its consistent and impactful critical community interventions across Nigeria over the years. At the 18th edition of the SERAS Awards, held at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos, recognition came …

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Committee of Banks in Nigeria Donates Multimillion Naira Relief Materials to Jigawa Flood Victims

The Committee of Banks in Nigeria on Thursday lifted the victims of the recent flooding in some parts of Jigawa State with a solidarity visit to Dutse, the state capital, during which they made donation of assorted items of relief materials to the State Government as part of their own contribution to alleviate the plight of those impacted by the …

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