Day: March 11, 2026

Union Bank of Nigeria Marks International Women’s Month 2026 with Inclusion-First “Give to Gain” Campaign

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In observance of International Women’s Month 2026, Union Bank of Nigeria reaffirms its commitment to gender equity through a focused initiative centred on women living with disabilities and women raising children with disabilities. Aligned with the global theme “Give to Gain,” the Bank’s campaign “Give to Gain: Creating Pathways for Inclusion and Endless Opportunities” centres the lived experiences of women living with disabilities and underscores the need for intentional systems of support for social and economic advancement. Throughout March, Union Bank will implement targeted initiatives to expand access, foster inclusion,…

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FirstBank Makes Home Ownership Possible for Nigerians with Single-Digit Interest Rate Loan

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For millions of Nigerians, homeownership has long felt like an ambition deferred. Squeezed by rising property prices, persistent double-digit inflation and high commercial lending rates, the dream of owning a home has remained just that – a dream. But that narrative is quietly changing. Thanks to FirstBank. The N1 Trillion Intervention Reshaping Access In partnership with the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), FirstBank has unveiled a mortgage opportunity that could redefine access to housing finance in Nigeria. Backed by the Federal Government’s N1trillion mortgage fund, the…

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Anthony Joshua Relocates to Dubai, Changes Official Residence Amid Regional Tensions

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Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has officially relocated from the United Kingdom to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, according to newly filed corporate documents linked to his business interests. The British-Nigerian boxer confirmed the change of residence in filings for his companies, Sparta Promotions Limited and 258 Investments Limited, where he is legally required to state his country of residence. The development comes despite heightened regional tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States, which have reportedly raised security concerns across parts of the Middle East, including the…

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UNILAG Lecturers Begin Indefinite Strike Over ‘Amputated’ Salaries

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Members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Lagos chapter, have commenced an indefinite strike over what they described as “amputated” salaries paid to lecturers for January and February 2026. The union announced the industrial action in a communiqué issued after an emergency congress, signed by its Chairperson, Idou Kehinde, and Secretary, Adesina Arikawe. ASUU said the strike, which takes effect from Wednesday, March 11, will continue until the university management pays the affected salaries in full. According to the union, lecturers on the Akoka campus did…

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