40 m. ago Access Bank Admits Staff Privacy Breach, Says Incident Under Investigation

Access Bank has confirmed that an incident involving a former Contact Centre Agent, accused of filming colleagues in the bathroom, was under investigation by the appropriate authorities. In a statement, the bank said it was cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation, emphasising its zero-tolerance stance on harassment and violations of privacy. “Our attention has been […]

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56 m. ago Nigerians reject govt policies due to lack of dialogue, trust – MKAN

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Majlis Khuddamul Ahmadiyya Nigeria (MKAN), also known as the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Organisation, has urged the government to foster trust and inclusivity in policy implementation. MKAN’s National President, Abdul Roqib Akinyemi, said Nigerians often reject policies due to poor public engagement and a lack of transparency. Speaking at the 51st […] The post Nigerians reject govt policies due to lack of dialogue, trust – MKAN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Low Disposable Income, High Interest Loans Cripple MSMEs In Q1

Despite the stability of Naira and FX interactions in Q1, 2025, the micro, small and medium enterprises(MSMEs) in the country continues to glitch on dwindling purchasing power, double-digits price hike, low disposable incomes of consumers, high production cost and harsh business fundamentals that put strains on household budgets. LEADERSHIP Checks revealed that MSMEs experienced a […]

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6 h. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC Begins ₦46.6bn Payout To Depositors Above Insured Limit

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) says it has commenced the payment of ₦46.6 billion as the first tranche of liquidation dividends to depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank who have balances exceeding the insured limit of ₦5 million. In a statement issued by the acting head of communication and public affairs, Hauwa Gambo, the […]

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7 h. ago OPay’s Scam Alerts Warns You Before You Make Costly Mistakes

You’re just seconds away from sending money — the offer sounds perfect, the seller seems trustworthy, and the clock is ticking. But just before you hit send, OPay flashes a critical warning: “Caution — this account has been linked to suspicious activity.” In that moment, the rush fades, your instincts kick in, and you realize […]

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9 h. ago S’Court overturns federal high court ruling against Union bank in N22trn case

The Supreme Court has nullified a Federal High Court judgment that had, since 2014, ordered Union Bank and other defendants read more S’Court overturns federal high court ruling against Union bank in N22trn case

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13 h. ago NDIC begins payment of N46.6bn liquidation dividends to heritage bank depositors

Soothing news came the way of anxious depositors affected by the closure of Heritage Bank as the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) said it has commenced the payment of N46.6 billion as the first tranche of liquidation dividends. The payment, which began on Friday, April 25, 2025, is targeted at depositors whose balances exceeded the […] The post NDIC begins payment of N46.6bn liquidation dividends to heritage bank depositors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago UBA distributes N171 billion dividends to shareholders for 2024

For FY 2024, UBA paid out N171 billion as total dividends to its shareholders, representing a 79 per cent increase read more UBA distributes N171 billion dividends to shareholders for 2024

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16 h. ago Kano Government Exposes Payroll Fraud, 240 Workers Receiving Double Salaries

The Kano State Government has uncovered payroll anomalies, revealing 240 employees receiving double salaries and 217 with duplicate Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs). These issues were discovered during a verification exercise that also led to the suspension of salaries for over 2,000 civil servants who failed to attend the process. Secretary to the Kano State Government, […] The post Kano Government Exposes Payroll Fraud, 240 Workers Receiving Double Salaries appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago NDIC pays N46.6bn liquidation dividends to depositors of Heritage Bank

In its continued commitment to ensuring that depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank are fully reimbursed, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance read more NDIC pays N46.6bn liquidation dividends to depositors of Heritage Bank

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20 h. ago NDIC Begins Payment Of ₦46.6bn Liquidation Dividends To Heritage Bank Depositors

  The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has said that it has commenced the payment of ₦46.6 billion as the first tranche of liquidation dividends to depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank who have balances exceeding the insured limit of ₦5 million. In a statement issued by the acting head of communication and public affairs […]

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22 h. ago Access Bank Staff Secretly Films Female Colleagues In Restroom

A former Quality Assurance Specialist at Access Bank’s contact centre in Oniru, Lagos State, Stephen Ifeanyichukwu Ejezie, has been accused of secretly filming his female colleagues while they used the restrooms. A report by Foundation For Investigative Journalism (FIJ) reported that Ejezie was caught in the female restroom around 1:30am last Wednesday. Multiple sources noted […]

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22 h. ago World Bank’s 56% poverty rate projection for 2027 worries NACCIMA, OPS 

The World Bank’s projection that Nigeria’s poverty rate could soar to 56 percent by 2027 is now a source of read more World Bank’s 56% poverty rate projection for 2027 worries NACCIMA, OPS 

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24 h. ago NCC vows to tackle online infringement, block illegal music websites

Nigeria Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has pledged to enforce its legal obligations to combat online intellectual property infringement and urged commercial music users to obtain proper licences from rights holders or their representatives. The Commission stated that this ensures creators are fairly compensated, supporting the music industry’s sustainable growth. In a […] The post NCC vows to tackle online infringement, block illegal music websites appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Cobhams Thrilled As New FCMB Visual Commercial Joins Elite List Of Greatest

Sterling music producer, Cobhams Asuquo surely knows his onions as his imprint shown in the new FCMB commercial advert as his soundtrack provided some the strong emotions evoked by the advert. Beyond the visual spectacle, the ad’s soundtrack composed by critically acclaimed Nigerian musician, Cobhams Asuquo has also played a significant role in its success. […]

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32 h. ago Nigeria Has Exited Turbulent Economic Period – Cardoso, Edun

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, and the minister of Finance and Coordinating minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, have declared that Nigeria has exited its most turbulent economic period and is now firmly on the path to growth and stability. Speaking on Friday night at a joint press conference at […]

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32 h. ago Tax Reform Bill To Exempt Real Estate Sector, Construction Firms From VAT

The federal government has declared that the Tax Reform Bill, once enacted, will exempt real estate transactions from Value Added Tax (VAT), a move aimed at reducing the cost of building materials and housing. This reform is expected to ease the financial burden on low-income earners and stimulate growth in the construction and real estate […]

Economics

32 h. ago BoI, Sage Grey Finance Partner To Expand Access To MSME Financing

Sage Grey Finance Limited has partnered with the Bank of Industry (BoI) to provide accessible and affordable financing options to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The partnership, announced in Lagos, supports the federal government’s MSMEs Fund and is designed to foster business growth, job creation, and economic development by offering tailored financing solutions to […]

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32 h. ago UBA Approves N171.3bn Dividend Payout For 2024, Celebrates 75th Anniversary

United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) marked its 75th anniversary on a high note on Friday as shareholders unanimously approved a total dividend payout of N171.3 billion for the 2024 financial year at the Group’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos. The dividend, which translates to N5.00 per share—comprising an interim dividend of N2.00 […]

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33 h. ago UNICEF calls for increased support to ensure every child gets lifesaving vaccines

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on the governments and other partners not to relent, but to strengthen read more UNICEF calls for increased support to ensure every child gets lifesaving vaccines

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