United Bank for Africa has continued to receive accolades and global recognition for its commitment to the use of cutting-edge technology to provide simple and convenient banking solutions and services to its customers. The pan African banking Group was adjudged winner in two categories at the recently concluded Finacle Client Innovation Awards 2016, organised in…
One of the most sought after make-up artists in the world, Sam Fine, will be at the GTBank Fashion Weekend in Lagos. He is highly regarded for his talent, entrepreneurship and passion for innovation. Sam’s clientele includes global personalities and top celebrities such as Halle Berry, Vanessa Williams, Iman Bowie and Naomi Campbell, among others.…
Unity Bank Plc has announced a Total Assets size of N476.15 billion for the quarter ended September 30, 2016, representing an increase of 7.4 percent or N32.6 billion over N443.3 billion recorded as at December 31, 2015. According to the company’s filing with the Nigerian Stock Exchange, NSE, the Bank grew Customer’s Deposit to N263.91…
Celebrity stylist, Jeremiah Ogbodo, popularly called Swanky Jerry, has received a very expensive wristwatch from superstar singer, D’Banj. Swanky Jerry, who rose into prominence in the showbiz industry in Nigeria courtesy Tonto Dikeh, showed off the gift on his social media platform on Tuesday. The new wristwatch, an AP, is reportedly worth $45,000 (about N20.2…
Reports have it that the leg of ailing veteran Nigerian actor, Tunde Alabi, has been amputated on the strong advice of his doctors. Tunde Alabi, who thrilled many with his acting skills several years ago, has been battling an ailment at the Lagos General Hospital. Some weeks ago, pleas were made to Nigerians to come…
Reports reaching Aproko247 confirm that fast-rising Nigerian singer, Beauty Aghedo, has secretly tied the knot with her long-time manager, Ekwuelechi Ebuka Peters. Beauty Aghedo, popularly known as B’Dash, emerged winner of the 2011 edition of Star Quest music talent hunt show. Her manager, who is a comedian with the stage name The Ambassador, travelled to…
A musician with the stage name Pupayannis has filed a suit against MTN Nigeria Communications Limited and others for copyright infringement of his song ‘Love is Everything.’ The suit with file number FHC/ABJ/CS/799/2016, was instituted at the Federal High Court in Abuja on October 12, 2016. According to the Statement of Claim, the Plaintiff is…
Travelling with a romantic partner is always an exciting and awesome idea, especially when it is the first time. Not only do you get the chance to make treasured romantic memories such as trying a local delicacy and getting sick together afterwards, you get to learn new things about the destination and bonding over new…
“He that studieth revenge keepeth his own wounds green, which otherwise would heal and do well.” – John Milton (1608 – 1674) As soon as the Department of State Services (DSS), in obedience to relevant laws of the land relating to arrest and detention, released arrested Justices on personal recognition within 24 hours of arrest,…
Guaranty Trust Bank plc has released its unaudited financial results for the 3rd quarter ended September 30, 2016, to the Nigerian and London Stock Exchanges. A review of the 3rd quarter performance shows positive growth across all key financial metrics and improved strategic positioning of the brand. Gross earnings for the period grew by 44%…