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Fidelity Bank Wins DBN Award for Expanding First-Time Credit Access to MSMEs
Lagos, Nigeria – Fidelity Bank Plc has been recognised by the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) with the Service Ambassadors Award for the Highest Impact on MSMEs Accessing Credit for the First Time, reaffirming its leadership in supporting small and medium-scale enterprises across Nigeria.
Fidelity Bank Empowers 600 Plateau Pupils with Back-to-School Packs
Jos, Plateau State – Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to education and community development by donating back-to-school packs to over 600 schoolchildren across Plateau State.
FirstBank, Visa Unveil Naira Debit Card to Deepen Nigeria’s Cashless Economy
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has launched a new Naira Visa Debit Card in partnership with Visa to accelerate electronic payments and drive financial inclusion across Nigeria.
Polaris Bank Strengthens Legacy of Excellence with Major Renovation of Historic Faculty Building at University of Ibadan
Lagos, Nigeria – March 26, 2026 — In a powerful demonstration of its dedication to deepening educational advancement and human capital development in Nigeria, Polaris Bank, has made significant funds available towards the full renovation of the Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences Building at the prestigious University of Ibadan.
Sterling Bank Charts Way Forward for Nigeria’s Transport, Logistics Sector
Lagos, Nigeria, Industry leaders, policymakers, financiers, and innovators convened in Lagos today for the inaugural Nigeria Transport & Logistics Summit (NTLS) 2026, hosted by Sterling Bank at Eko Hotel & Suites, to forge actionable strategies for building a faster, more connected Nigeria through transport, mobility, and logistics.
Polaris Bank Advances Gender Equity as Strategic Growth Driver at IWD 2026
Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equity as a core business and growth strategy, using its 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration to highlight ongoing investments in women’s empowerment, financial inclusion, and leadership development.
Ojodu LCDA launches “OjoduWorks” APP to boost local economy and connect community
Ojodu LCDA has officially unveiled its cutting-edge digital platform, OjoduWorks MobileApp, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering residents, promoting local businesses, and strengthening the council’s economic ecosystem.
NICA Confers Fellowship on Polaris, Union Bank CEOs, Other Financial Sector Leaders
The National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) has conferred its prestigious Fellowship on the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank, Mr. Kayode Lawal, alongside other distinguished figures in Nigeria’s financial and corporate sectors.
Court Sentences Former NEXIM MD Robert Orya to 490 Years’ Imprisonment Over ₦2.4bn Fraud
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced a former Managing Director of the Nigeria Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Robert Orya, to a cumulative 490 years’ imprisonment following his conviction in a ₦2.4 billion fraud case.
Tinubu Presents ₦58.18trn 2026 Budget to National Assembly, Targets Growth, Jobs, Security
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday presented a proposed ₦58.18 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly, pledging stricter fiscal discipline, deeper economic reforms and a renewed focus on security, jobs and human capital development.