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Sterling Bank Champions Collective Action……to Accelerate Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Transition

Dec 15, 2025 topnews

Sterling Bank Limited has brought together stakeholders in the renewable energy industry to explore ways to accelerate action in the sector. The premier colloquium, held in Lagos on Monday, aimed to identify priority areas for action to increase energy access and drive economic growth in the quest to attain a one trillion-dollar economy. Managing Director and CEO of Sterling Bank Limited, Mr. Abubakar Suleiman, gave the charge in his address at the colloquium organized with the theme: Beyond The Grid; Unlocking New Frontiers in Renewable Energy. The CEO, who was…

Polaris Bank, Evolve Charity Trust empower 1,000 students with school essentials

Dec 15, 2025 topnews

Polaris Bank, in partnership with Evolve Charity Trust, has successfully concluded its 2025 nationwide distribution of school essentials to 1,000 students across ten public secondary schools in five states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The initiative is part of the Bank’s sustained Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts to keep more children, especially the girl child, in school. This year’s exercise adds to a growing intervention that has supported more than 24,000 students in public schools across 49 locations since 2021. This year’s beneficiaries received a complete learning kit consisting…

Supreme Court Ends 20-Year Sagecom Case, Rules in Favour of Fidelity Bank

Dec 15, 2025Dec 15, 2025 topnews

The Supreme Court on Friday delivered judgment in favour of Fidelity Bank Plc in its long-running legal battle with Sagecom Concepts Limited, bringing final closure to a dispute that has spanned more than two decades. A five-member panel of the apex court, led by Justice Lawal Garba, upheld Fidelity Bank’s appeal, marking a significant victory for the lender in a case that has drawn sustained attention within Nigeria’s financial and legal circles. In a motion dated October 8, 2025, Fidelity Bank had approached the Supreme Court seeking clarification and consequential…

UNION BANK HONOURED AS BEST IN WORKPLACE PRACTICE AT PRESTIGIOUS SERAS AWARDS

Dec 15, 2025 topnews

Union Bank of Nigeria has secured another prestigious accolade, being named Best Company in Workplace Practice at the Sustainability, Enterprise and Responsibility Awards. The ceremony took place on Saturday 29 November 2025 at the Grand Ballroom, Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. This significant achievement follows a comprehensive assessment by SERAS multinational independent judges who rigorously evaluated applicants’ Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainability initiatives. Union Bank received nominations across four categories: SERAS Education Intervention of the Year, Best Company in Workplace Practice, Best in Gender Equity and Women Empowerment, and Best…

Fidelity Bank to Host Virtual Masterclass on New Tax Law

Dec 11, 2025Dec 11, 2025 topnews

Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution, will host a free virtual training on the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 (NTA) as part of its commitment to helping small businesses prepare for the upcoming legislation. The masterclass is scheduled for 10:00 AM (Nigerian time) on Friday, 12 December 2025. It will provide participants with clear insights into changes in the tax framework, the impact on income and business operations, and practical steps to avoid penalties in 2026. Attendees will also learn strategies to stay ahead in an evolving regulatory environment. The…

Sterling Bank Partners Pan Atlantic University’s EDC… …to Certify Non-Oil Export Academy Graduates

Dec 11, 2025 topnews

Sterling Bank Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) to certify graduates of its Non-Oil Export Academy. This strategic partnership underscores the Bank’s commitment to diversifying Nigeria’s economy by supporting non-oil export growth. This landmark agreement follows the recent launch of the Sterling Bank Non-Oil Export Academy, designed to position Nigerian exporters for global competitiveness. The launch was preceded by a series of nationwide training programs in Lagos, Ondo, and Kano states, culminating in a grand finale themed “Excel in…

FirstBank Elephant Girls Crowned Zone 3 Champions, Qualify for WBLA Final Round

Dec 10, 2025 topnews

FirstBank Basketball Club of Nigeria, popularly known as the “Elephant Girls”, have secured their spot in the final round of the Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA), scheduled to hold in Cairo, Egypt from 5-14 December 2025. The Elephant Girls put on a commanding performance at the FIBA Africa Zone 3 Qualifiers in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, winning all three games. Representing Nigeria as the country’s sole team in the tournament, they overcame fierce competition from Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, Benin Republic, Ghana, and Togo in the Zone. Their undefeated run included a…

Fidelity Bank Honoured with Customs Service Award for Pioneering Role in UCMS Implementation

Dec 2, 2025 topnews

Fidelity Bank’s leadership in digital innovation and public sector collaboration has once again been spotlighted as the tier-one lender was honoured at the Comptroller General of Customs Award Night 2025. At the ceremony, which took place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Grand Ballroom, Abuja, on Friday, 21 November 2025, Fidelity Bank was presented with a prestigious award by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for being the first bank to successfully process Customs Duty and the Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR) on the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS). The award, presented under…

FirstBank Introduces Vybe Hub to Elevate Customer Experiences for DecemberIssaVybe

Nov 27, 2025Nov 28, 2025 topnews

By Bolaji Israel Seth Godin, an American author, entrepreneur and one of the world’s most influential business thinkers said “A great brand always raises the bar — it adds a greater sense of purpose to the experience.” Godin’s thought aligns with a related view that “Enduring brands are those that pursue progress with intentional restlessness, continually elevating their standards across every action, every choice, and every expression of their purpose.” This is a truth that echoes across the business world, but only a handful of institutions live it…

Fidelity Bank Reaffirms Support for Indigenous Oil, Gas Development

Nov 25, 2025 topnews

Fidelity Bank Plc has restated its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, with a strong focus on supporting indigenous operators. This was highlighted by the bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe,OON, during a first oil presentation event for Emadeb Energy at Fidelity Place, the bank’s corporate headquarters in Lagos. At the event, Emadeb Energy’s Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Adebowale Olujimi, expressed appreciation for the bank’s role in enabling the company’s progress. “What makes Fidelity Bank unique is its willingness to…