Leading up to the recent superlative annual reports showcasing one of the most significant growth experienced by a Nigeria Financial Institution in recent years I was forced to ask “what …
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Access Bank secures DFIs’ USD 100 million facility led by German DEG for MSMEs and gender equality in Nigeria
by Reporterby ReporterAccess Bank Plc has successfully closed a USD 100 million senior loan facility with a consortium of Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), led by the German DFI DEG – Deutsche Investitions– …
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Fidelity Bank reclaims trillion-naira market cap as stock rises to ₦21
by Reporterby ReporterLeading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reentered the trillion-naira market capitalisation club, after its share price rose by 5.3%, climbing from ₦19.95 to ₦21.00 on May 13, 2025, according …
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“Buy Africa, it’s not inferior”: Ogbonna, Mene, Zubairu chart path for developing continental trade at Africa CEO Forum
by Reporterby ReporterAt the Africa CEO Forum, leaders from across the continent gathered to discuss the critical role of private sector-led growth in the development of African trade and market integration under …
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Firstbank retains retail dominance by boosting businesses with its temporary overdraft (Tod) product
by Reporterby ReporterIn a dynamic and often unpredictable financial landscape like Nigeria, the ability to access funds at critical moments makes all the difference. For entrepreneurs, financial agility is often the key …
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PalmPay champions contactless payments at BusinessDay Future of Payment Conference
by Reporterby ReporterPalmPay, a leading full-service digital bank, has reaffirmed its dedication to advancing the future of payments in Nigeria by promoting the widespread adoption of contactless-enabled payment terminals. This …
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Okobi, Esomeju, Otaigbe join global leaders to discuss sustainable finance, economic transition at UNEP FI’s regional roundtable
by Reporterby ReporterAs part of its continued commitment to sustainability, Access Holdings PLC will be amongst the leading participants in the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Regional Roundtable on …
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Cascador and Sterling Bank launch $2M fund to redefine SME lending in Nigeria
by Reporterby ReporterCascador, Nigeria’s premier accelerator for mid-stage entrepreneurs, has announced a landmark partnership with Sterling Bank to launch a bold new debt funding model to unlock growth for Africa’s most promising …
Leading commercial bank and Africa’s most agile company, Sterling Bank has announced the introduction of AlwaysOn by Sterling, a bold new feature on its OneBank platform that will give eligible …
Shareholders of tier one lender, Fidelity Bank, have applauded the board and management of the bank for delivering an outstanding performance in FY 2024. Speaking at the bank’s …