Join entrepreneur, Ibukun Awosika on another episode of IgniteTV [DETAILS]

by Akan Ido Ignite TV is a show focusing on entrepreneurship with small and medium scale entrepreneurs sharing experiences with renowned businesswoman, Ibukun Awosika. For business advice on steps to grow and sustain a business and also an opportunity to learn from the experiences of many, then you need to tune in to Ignite TV.... Read More

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August 28, 2014

This groom is getting married….BUT he’s checking out Tiwa Savage (LOOK)

by Damilola Jagun We know Tiwa Savage is sexy like that, but we never expected this. Omololu Onasanya, the daughter of the MD of First Bank, Bisi Onasanya recently got married to Olusola Olagunsoye, who couldn’t help but let his gaze fall on gyrating singer, Tiwa Savage. We hear a couple of Billionaires, Femi Otedola... Read More

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August 19, 2014

Bankers nabbed for ATM fraud, hit customer’s account over 51 days

by James Sambo Three bankers, Ejiro Eborikpo, Nina Stephen and Samson Nwodo have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Kano for conspiracy to steal the sum of N5,100,000 from a customer’s account. The suspects, all staff of the Zoo Road Branch of First Bank Plc were accused of conspiring to issue... Read More

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August 15, 2014

Union power: First Bank bows before the unions, settles 8-year debt

The Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Service, Technical and Recreational Service Employees (AUPCTRE) on Thursday announced that their picketing of First Bank Headquarters in Lagos has yielded the desired results. The bank has paid N1.8 billion owed its members. Biodun Bakare, the Lagos State Secretary of AUPCTRE, an affiliate of the Nigeria Labour Congress... Read More

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July 23, 2014

First Bank brings PayPal to Nigerians [DETAILS]

by Kolapo Olapoju PayPal, one of the world’s leading e-commerce payment platforms that has developed a fast, reliable and secure system, with expansive global operations. PayPal, a popular online platform, has been out of thee reach of Nigerians who transact a lot of business and shop online but with its entrance into the country, it... Read More

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February 14, 2014

Opinion: Sanusi, the confused banker

by Benard A. Ashazobor Mr. Sanusi is known for his cowboy-like behaviour, which is unbecoming of such a high-ranking civil servant who should be steering Nigeria towards economic growth. Listening to the Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Sanusi Lamido, is like listening to the mix-tape of a confused fellow. Like water from a broken pipe,... Read More

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February 4, 2014

First Bank unveils its new logo in celebration of 120 years in banking

by Oge Okonkwo Nigeria’s largest financial services group, First Bank of Nigeria unveiled a new corporate identity on Tuesday, 28th January 2014. This came as part of activities commemorating the 120th anniversary celebrations. The new logo bears the popular Elephant symbol and blue colour associated with First Bank. There are several differences between the old and new logo.... Read More

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January 6, 2014

Bank branch ‘shut down over juju scare’ in Akwa Ibom (PICTURED)

by Tutu Akinlabi According to reports, a banking hall in Akwa Ibom is expected to remain shut after the workers were threatened with black magic aka ‘juju’. The Plaza branch of the First Bank of Nigeria is under what was described as a “traditional injunction” by unknown aggrieved persons who dumped the ‘juju’ at the... Read More

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October 20, 2013

#InCaseYouMissedIt: President Jonathan will order a probe into Stella Oduah’s vehicle purchase – Presidency

by ‘Jola Sotubo According to reports, President Goodluck Jonathan will soon order a probe into the controversial purchase of two bulletproof vehicles valued at N225 million for the Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah. The vehicles were reportedly purchased y the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) at the minister’s insistence. Nigerian Eye reports: Special Adviser to... Read More

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July 30, 2013

Moving on: Lagos finance commissioner resigns to takes up bank job

by Oge Okonkwo Lagos commissioner for finance, Tokunbo Abiru, resigned from his office to take up an appointment as the Executive Director of First Bank of Nigeria Plc and a Board member of FBN Holdings Plc. The resignation was announced by the Lagos state government on Monday, July 29, 2013. According to a statement made by... Read More

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June 13, 2013

More details emerge in CBN governor, Sanusi’s alleged sex scandal (READ)

by Rachel Ogbu More evidence continues to emerge to in the sex scandal involving Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi who is accused of directing public funds to finance his romance with Dr. Maryam Yaro, his alleged married mistress whom he gave a job at the CBN. The CBN has vehemently denied the allegations... Read More

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June 5, 2013

To whom it may concern: First Bank shuts down operations on Thursday, to reopen on Monday

by Isi Esene In its bid to serve its customers better, First Bank of Nigeria is shutting down its banking operations nationwide from Thursday to Monday to upgrade its core-banking application. The bank is said to be upgrading its application from Finacle 7 to Finacle 10 which, according to the bank, will ensure easier and faster... Read More

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June 2, 2013

“He badly wanted a kiss” – This investigation on CBN governor Sanusi will make you cringe (READ)

by Akan Ido Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has been accused of many wrongdoings discharging his duties as the Central Bank governor; from the removal of bank CEOs to making utterances that are considered by observers as not fit for his position. In this report by Premium Times, Sanusi, considered a cerebral professional, is portrayed as... Read More

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May 11, 2013

Swag: UNILAG girls preferred me to boys with sight – Blind banker

by Akan Ido David Okon, a visually impaired banker and the President of the National Association of the Blind speaks to the Punch Newspapers on his life, his relationships and living life as a blind person. Read excerpts of the interview below: How would you describe the way you have been accepted in the society? The... Read More

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April 19, 2013

Customer service: Polls show women prefer First Bank to other, GTBank in 2nd place, Agree or disagree?

by Isi Esene The NOI Polls, a leading opinion polling and research organisation in technical partnership with the Gallup Organisation (USA), has released its latest report which indicates that First Bank of Nigeria is the best financial institution in the country in terms of customer service delivery with 29 per cent votes. The Snap polls... Read More

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March 20, 2013

Explosion kills 6 JTF personnel, 4 injured

Barely 24 hours after the brutal murder of four teachers in their various schools in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, a bomb blast Monday hit the patrol vehicle of men of Joint Task Force (JTF) at the Roundabout of Kashim Ibrahim Way at noon, killing six JTF personnel, while four others sustained injuries. The blast,... Read More

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March 12, 2013

First Bank launches its Youth Excel Series in Lagos

by Isi Esene As part of its efforts to present itself as the bank of choice for Nigerian youth, First Bank Nigeria, Plc., organized the Youth Excel Series at the University of Lagos Main Auditorium on February 26, 2013. The event which was anchored by comedian, Jedi, enlightened the audience, made-up of mainly students, about... Read More

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February 27, 2013

SEE Wollie Jolley, Jedi, and Nigeria’s future leaders at the First Bank Youth Excel Series (PHOTOS)

What: First Bank Youth Excel Series. Where: University of Lagos Main Auditorium, Lagos. When: February 26, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa

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June 2, 2012

Report: Former minister of finance Oba Olashore passes away

by Tolu Orekoya The Punch reports on its website the passing of the Aloko of Iloko-Ijesha in Osun State and former minister of finance, Oba Oladele Olashore. He was 77 years old. According to the paper: Although PUNCH could not ascertain the cause of his death as the state government had yet to issue a statement on the matter, it... Read More

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