Archives for January, 2017 - Page 2
FG releases N72bn for Lagos-Ibadan rail line
The Ministry of Transportation, stated that the Federal Government had released N72bn as its counterpart funds for the construction of the Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge railway line. The Minister Mr. Rotimi…
Nigeria’s goal is to ensure that African Union is stronger, more robust … Osibanjo
Nigeria will continue to work together with other African countries to ensure that the African Union becomes a stronger and more robust organization for the benefit of the continent and…
Capital Resources Verification Of Insurance Firms Kicks off Q2…NAICOM
The National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, said it has resolved to commence verification of capital resources of insurance companies in the country come second quarter this year. The exercise, according to…
Fidelity Bank CEO receives eight awards won by the bank’s ‘Tough Job’ Campaign At LAIF
The CEO of top Nigerian lender, Fidelity Bank, Mr. Nnamdi Okonkwo was last week presented with the eight awards won by the Bank’s ‘Tough Job’ campaign at the recently concluded…
NIBSS CEO advocates digital media for news dissemination .Says mobile money feedback disappointing
The Managing Director/CEO, Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS), Ade Shonubi has reiterated the rising significance of digital or online media in financial news reporting, saying it is where the future…
Access Bank appoints Jobome as Executive Director, Risk Management Division
Access Bank has announced the appointment of Dr. Gregory Ovie Jobome as Execitive Director Risk Management Division. A statement issued by Access Bank Head, Media Relations, Abdul Imoyo explained that…
Pension Fund Assets hits N6.02 trillion
The total funds under the Contributory Pension Scheme has risen to at the end of November 2016. According to the National Pension Commission (PenCom) the funds rose from trillion at…
First Bank reassures commitment to improved services
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has pledged commitment to improve customer service delivery. The lender, therefore, said it would continue to provide the best financial solutions to promote convenience and…
Update: NAF begins investigation into accidental bombing of IDP camp
The Nigeria Air Force (NAF) has begun investigation into Tuesday’s accidental air strike at an internally displaced persons’ camp in Rann, Borno State. It would be recalled that at least…
Osibanjo off to Davos, leads Nigeria’s delegation to world economic forum
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, is leading Nigeria's delegation to this year's World Economic Forum holding this week in Davos, Switzerland. In the Nigerian delegation are ministers and special advisers…