Democratic presidential hopeful Kamala Harris stated in an interview broadcast on Monday that if elected president, she would not engage in peace talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin unless Ukraine was included. Speaking on CBS’s “60 Minutes,” Harris made it clear that Ukraine must be represented in any discussions about its future. “Not bilaterally without…
By Ayomide Otitoju Wema Bank has been recognized as the best workplace for millennials and for fostering a culture of innovation. The recognition came as part of the bank’s certification as a Great Place to Work for 2024-2025, marking the second consecutive year it has earned the prestigious accolade. The Great Place to Work certification…
By Ayomide Otitoju Access Holdings Plc has announced that its subsidiary, Access Bank Plc, has obtained a provisional license from the Bank of Namibia to establish a commercial bank in the country. In a statement filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited on Monday, Access Bank’s Managing Director and CEO, Roosevelt Ogbonna, hailed the move as…
By Ayomide Otitoju Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers has unveiled plans to award N50 million to winners of its upcoming FUZE 3.0 talent show. The announcement was made by the Executive Director of Business Development, Nike Bajomo, during a media parley for the FUZE festival in Lagos. Bajomo explained that the event, which celebrates technology, fashion,…
By Ayomide Otitoju First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has reiterated its commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction through technology-driven solutions as it celebrates the 2024 Customer Service Week from October 7 to 11. In a statement on Monday, the bank highlighted the global theme of this year’s celebration, “Above & Beyond,” which underscores FCMB’s dedication to…
By Ayomide Otitoju As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria has rewarded 55 loyal customers during its Member Get Member (MGM) payout ceremony held in Lagos. In a statement on Monday, the bank explained that the MGM campaign, which is a key part of its Affluent Banking Referral Campaign, encouraged existing…
The pump price of fuel in Abia State has decreased, dropping from N1,300-N1,350 per litre to between N1,200 and N1,150. This reduction follows the Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) opening its portal for direct requests and payments by members of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN). Reports from Aba and Umuahia indicate that…
On Monday, the High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Sylvanus Oriji, acquitted former Kogi West senator Dino Melaye of charges brought against him by the Federal Government. The legal proceedings, which spanned six years, centered on allegations that Melaye provided false information regarding an assassination attempt on his life in 2017. In a…
Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, revealed on Monday that the EFCC is currently unable to conduct investigations in 10 states due to court orders restraining the agency. He made this disclosure at the 6th EFCC-NJI Capacity Building Workshop for Justices and Judges, held at the National Judicial Institute in…
