May 12, 2026

Alexx Ekubo Dies at 40 After Battle With Cancer

May 12, 2026 topnews

Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular actor Alexx Ekubo, who reportedly died at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. The actor, widely known for his roles in romantic and drama films, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, according to family sources cited in earlier reports. His death has sparked widespread grief across Nigeria’s entertainment industry, with colleagues, fans, and public figures paying emotional tributes. Ekubo had been noticeably absent from public appearances and social media in recent times, a development…

Fidelity Bank Surpasses N1trn in Liquidity Position Driven by Increased Cash Holdings

May 12, 2026 topnews

Fidelity Bank strengthened its liquidity position in the 2025 financial year as cash and cash equivalents rose by 87 percent to N1.32 trillion, reflecting improved cash buffers, stronger deposit mobilisation, and growth in interest-earning assets. The lender’s audited financial statement for the year ended December 31, 2025, showed that cash and cash equivalents increased from N707.45 billion in 2024, underscoring the bank’s stronger liquidity profile amid Nigeria’s tight monetary environment. Restricted balances with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) also increased by 4.1 percent to N1.65 trillion in 2025 from…