Category: Business

Polaris Bank is set to join organisations around the world in celebrating the 2026 Customer Service Week, holding from October 5 to 9, under the theme, “The Extra Mile.” For Polaris Bank, the theme represents a continuation of its longstanding commitment to putting customers at the heart of its business and continually improving the quality of their banking experience. Over the years, the Bank has used Customer Service Week not only to appreciate its customers, but also to recognise employees who consistently demonstrate exceptional service and reinforce the importance of…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has cleared Fidelity Bank Plc of liability in a fundamental rights case involving Michael Kundera, overturning an earlier judgment of the Federal Capital Territory High Court. A three-member panel led by Justice Adebukola Banjoko delivered the judgment on 14 September 2026, allowing Fidelity Bank’s appeal and overturning the lower court’s finding of liability against the bank. The case originated from suit number CV/6258/23, filed by Michael Kundera to enforce his fundamental rights following his arrest and detention between 15 and 16 May 2023. He…

In a major boost to cultural tourism in the region, the Delta State Chapter of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has officially announced its endorsement of and partnership for the upcoming 3rd edition of the annual Indigenous Arts Festival. Scheduled to take place from September 25 to 27, 2026, the three-day cultural extravaganza will be hosted at the iconic Indigenous Cultural Centre (ICC), located within the Delta State Film Village in Asaba. This year’s festival, which centers on rich heritage, creative expressions, and environmental sustainability, has drawn…

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the promotion of 433 employees through its 2026 Promotion and Notch Award Exercise. Approximately 13 per cent of the Bank’s workforce benefited from the exercise, reflecting a steady increase from the 12 per cent and 11 per cent recorded in 2025 and 2024, when 376 and 337 employees were promoted, respectively. The initiative reflects the Bank’s unwavering commitment to recognizing excellence, rewarding outstanding performance, and fostering a high-performance culture across the organization. Since assuming office as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer,…

The Nigeria Police Force has arraigned two women before the Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly conspiring to circulate a false publication claiming that Access Bank Plc was shutting down its operations. The defendants, Idorenyin Samuel Umoh and Fineness Monday Esu, were arraigned on a three-count charge filed by the police before the Federal High Court, Lagos, in suit number FHC/L/CR/773/2026. Police prosecuting counsel, Stanley Nwafoaku, of the Directorate of Legal Services, Federal Criminal Investigation Department (FCID), Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos, told the court that the defendants allegedly acted together…

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth and sustainability of Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SMEs) through the Kano edition of its Quarterly Business Forum, which brought together entrepreneurs, business owners, industry stakeholders and customers to explore practical strategies for business growth and resilience. The forum, themed, “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth,” provided participants with valuable insights into strengthening business operations, improving access to finance, enhancing financial management and leveraging opportunities that can drive sustainable enterprise development across Northern Nigeria. Speaking at the event,…