FBN Holdings targets single digit non-performing loans
The management of FBN Holdings says it has put in place strategies to drive its non-performing loans (NPLs) to single…
Another round of banking recapitalization?
The expectation that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) would introduce Basel 3 regulation has triggered off apprehension of another…
Tough times for banks
The impressive first quarter results for 2017 declared by many deposit money banks in Nigeria may not be a true…
CBN’s move to further liberalize forex market
Nigeria’s stable external reserve position gives the Central Bank of Nigeria the latitude to further liberalize the foreign exchange market…
‘Nigeria’s economy will exit recession in 2018’
Nigeria’s economy is expected to exit recession in 2018, Dr Yemi Kale, Statistician-General of the Federation predicts. “If oil prices…
Improving bank credit penetration
Senate initiates moves to reduce the high lending rate in the Nigerian banking system Barely four months after its strong…
2017 Budget and the Challenge of Implementation
With the signing of the 2017 budget by Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, financial experts call for effective implementation to enable…
Emirates and flydubai join forces, announce extensive partnership agreement
Passenger benefits to include access to over 200 unique destinations, seamless travel experience and frequent flyer programmes alignment Emirates and…
Nigeria will survive —Maitama Sule
Yusuf Maitama Sule’s standing as a statesman, beloved and respected by the people, was confirmed recently by Nigerians of all…
Nigeria May Disintegrate — Gen. Akinrinade
Lieutenant General Alani Ipoola Akinrinade (rtd.), former Chief of Army Staff and chieftain of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) has…