Interviews

Pathway Asset Management Founder & Director, Mr. Adekunle Alade, Unveils Blueprint for Sustainable Wealth & Investment Opportunities

From Market Stall to Millionaire: How Fidelity Bank GAIM 6 Transformed My Life – Fufu Seller. - FinancialEDGE

Question: Let’s start this interview with a general introduction of yourself. Tell us about yourself as a customer of Fidelity Bank? Response: My name is Mrs. Francesca Ogbonnaya and I am from Delta State while my husband is from Ebonyi State, South – East Nigeria. I was born here in Kano State, which means I

Innovation at the Core: Coronation Registrars CEO Oluseyi Owoturo on Driving Change in Nigeria’s Capital Market - FinancialEDGE

Coronation Registrars is recognized for its innovative solutions like Coronation Self-Service, ShareholderLive, and IssuerLive, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in capital market transactions, In this insightful interview, Oluseyi Owoturo, Chief Executive Officer of Coronation Registrars Limited, sheds light on what positions Coronation Registrars as one of Africa's most innovative registrars. Q: Coronation Registrars has

Diageo’s Learning for Life: Bridging the Skills Gap and Unlocking Opportunities for Nigerian Youths - FinancialEDGE

In a bold initiative to address the pressing issue of youth unemployment in Nigeria, Diageo has unveiled the Learning for Life programme, a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip young Nigerians with practical skills needed to succeed in the hospitality industry. At the sidelines of the programme's launch in Lagos, Financial Edge, Odume Festus sat

Alebiosu: In Line With Our Vision, First Bank Is Well Positioned To Break New Growings In 2025 And Beyond - FinancialEDGE

As the foremost Nigerian bank, First Bank of Nigeria Limited no doubt has a history of curating products and services that not only meet the immediate and future needs of its customers. In this interview with THISDAY, the bank’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu described 2025 as the beginning of the bank’s new

Bridging the Gap in Education: Edu Delight Tutors’ Innovative Approach to Learning - FinancialEDGE

The founder of Edu Delight Tutors, Mr. Segun Bolujo, shares his vision, mission, and strategies for transforming education in Nigeria. With over two decades of teaching experience, in this execlusive interview with Odume Festus, Editorial / Project Director Of Financial Edge, Bolujo discusses how Edu Delight Tutors is bridging the gaps in traditional teaching methods,

Lagos Digital PR Summit: Fostering Innovation and Authenticity in the Industry - FinancialEDGE

As the Lagos Digital PR Summit, enters its 9th edition, with a focus on innovation, collaboration and authenticity, in this exclusive interview with the Convener and President of Upticomm Marketing Company, Segun McMedal, discusses the event's legacy, industry impact, and transformative experiences with Odume Festus, Editorial / Project Director of Financial Edge, and the game-changing experiences awaiting attendees

FICAN Conference 2024: Charting Nigeria’s Path to a $1 Trillion Economy - FinancialEDGE

Shedding light on Nigeria's path to achieving a $1 trillion economy, in an execlusive conversation with the editorial team of Financial Edge, Chima Titus Nwokwoji, National Chairman of Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) / Assistant Business Editor of Nigeria Tribune Newspaper, shared his thoughts ahead of the highly anticipated 2024 FICAN Annual Conference in Lagos.

SEC DG Agama Unveils Vision for Vibrant Capital Market: Prioritizing Investor Protection, Technology, and Sustainable Growth - FinancialEDGE

Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), addressed stakeholders at the first Capital Market Committee (CMC) meeting in Lagos, outlining the commission's strategic initiatives to enhance the Nigerian capital market. In this interactions with financial journalists, He emphasized the importance of a robust capital market in driving economic development, particularly in

From Grief to Giving Back: Muyiwa Akintunde’s Inspiring Journey to Rotary Club Presidency - FinancialEDGE

In a candid conversation, Muyiwa Akintunde, Lead Consultant/CEO of Leap Communications and Publisher of Breezy News, shares his inspiring personal journey, professional expertise, and leadership plans with Odume Festus, Editorial/Project Director of Financial Edge. As the newly elected President of Rotary Club of Ikeja-Alausa Central, Akintunde reveals how he intends to harness his skills in

Unpacking the Proshare Bank Strength Index: Tosin Ige, Head of Research, Shares Key Insights on Nigeria’s Tier 1 Banks - FinancialEDGE

In this exclusive interview, Odume Festus, Editorial / Project Director Of Financial Edge engages Tosin Ige, Head of Research at Proshare, to discuss the Proshare Bank Strength Index (PBSI) report on Tier 1 Banks in Nigeria. He delve into the methodology behind the PBSI, the key findings of the report, and the implications of the

My goal is to rekindle the culture and passion for grassroot sports development in Surulere LGA- Segun David - FinancialEDGE

In this interview, Segun David, the Senior Special Assistant on Sport to the Executive Chairman, Surulere Local Government spoke about various issues concerning sports development in Surulere Local Government Area and the untapped sports industry. He also shared plans to help unearth talents in the Surelere Local Government Area.bExcerpts… What is your vision for sports

Adeduntan: FirstBank Is Future Proof & Remains Committed To The Gold Standard Of Excellence In Banking

* With over 4.6 trillion-naira loans to customers in Q3 2023, FirstBank is committed to economic growth and transformation.  At the dawn of the new year, it is natural for the Nigerian banking sector

Why Investors Of Today Will Smile To Bank In 5 Years-Adeduntan, First Bank Boss

World leaders from 198 countries converged in New York last week for the 78th United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) where the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals(SDG) took the centr

Tinuade Awe Examplary Leadership Since Assuming Position As First CEO Of NGX Regco

Ms. Tinuade Awe is the Chief Executive Officer of NGX Regulation Limited. Tinuade’s professional experience spans across investor protection, regulation, compliance and risk mitigation within t

Adeduntan Banks Customers Must Approach 2023 With Partnership Mindset

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria Limited, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan, in this interview with THISDAY reviewed the performance of the global economy in 2022 and advised bu

No dispute between Bauchi and Gombe over oil wells -Hon.Tijani

No dispute between Bauchi and Gombe over oil wells -Hon.Tijani Hon.Tijjani Mohammed Aliyu was born at Azare, Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State. He is a graduate of Business Administration

Revised Capital Market Master Plan To  Be Launched November 2022  – Yuguda

Director General of The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)  Lamido Yuguda, gives insight into critical issues, emphasizing on investors protection and creating enabling environment for stakehold

How getting the right partner in Sendy helped me grow my business to 8 digits – Caleb Effiong, CEO of Just Gadgets

How getting the right partner in Sendy helped me grow my business to 8 digits – Caleb Effiong, CEO of Just Gadgets Let’s meet you. My name is Caleb Effiong and I am from Akwa Ibom state but then I gre

A Double Win by P+ Measurement Services at The Industry Award

P+ Measurement Services, Nigeria’s foremost Independent Public Relations measurement and evaluation agency have attained double laurels at this year’s Industry Awards where it clinched the

e-Dividend Portal to be Automated by Q3 – SEC DG

Excerpts Of Interaction With the Director General of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Mr. Lamido Yuguda with financial journalist  The Capital Market Committee Meeting was recently held. What

2023: leaders we need to change Nigeria are at the lowest levels-”’-Ransome-Kuti

In this interview,l ate music maestro, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s sister and Former Senatorial Aspirant and member of Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), Ms Yemisi Ransome-Kuti explains to Bright

Adeduntan: FirstBank Is Resilient, Stable & Built For The Long Haul

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria Limited, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan, last year saw his tenure extended as part of efforts to ensure the stability of the financial instit

Access Bank CEO discusses the company’s expansion plans

In an interview on CNN’s First Move with Julia Chatterley, Access Bank CEO Herbert Wigwe discussed the company’s expansion plans in Africa and beyond, balancing needs with digitization, and Access Ban

2022 as an election year, expect inflation wahala-ISAN Boss

In this interview with newsmen on the event of Independent Shareholders Association of Nigeria (ISAN) end of year get- together, its National Co-ordinator, Prince (Dr) Anthony Omojola, looks at the ou

We Have Will Power To Tackle Illicit Drugs – Marwa

June was a month of strategic developments at the NDLEA. Significant developments include the launch of the War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) initiative, the unveiling of the National Drug Control Master

We have Zero Tolerance for Illegal Operators- SEC

The Securities And Exchange Commission Director General, Virtual Post Capital Market Committee Interaction With Financial Journalist.  Ponzi schemes are springing up every day. What is the Commission

Debt utilisation must support actual economic growth – Nonso Okpala

Group Managing Director, VFD Group Plc, Nonso Okpala, presides over an expansive financial conglomerate with expertise across many sectors. Okpala, a well-rounded finance and economic expert, in a rec

VFD boss urges young Nigerians to take advantage of the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme

Nonso Okpala, VFD Group Boss jumps on the #TEFChallenge in an interview and spoke on the importance of the 2021 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme for young entrepreneurs. Q: What were you up to before th

For VFD Group, Africa is the goal – Adeniyi Adenubi, Executive Director, VFD Group Plc

Niyi Adenubi is the Co-Founder and Executive Director, Institutional Business & Investor Relations of VFD Group Plc, a proprietary investment company based in Lagos. Adenubi, a trained investment

Expect Rigorous Implementation of Capital Market Master Plan – SEC DG

The Director General Of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Lamido Yuguda met with financial journalist after the first Virtual Capital Market Committee Meeting, where he unveiled his plan

Poet and Social Activist, Valentine Okolo, in this interview talks on Rape, Genocide, and the Power of Words

Godwin Iheancho: Where did you get the idea for your most recent book? Valentine Okolo: I got it from the title of a poem I wrote called “I Will Be Silent.” This was a poem I wrote concern

Popoola: Unique Identifier Will Improve access to credit and spur economic growth

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, CRC Credit Bureau, Mr. Tunde Popoola, in this interview with members of the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria, advised the federal government

Electronic Offering Will Address e-Dividend issues – SEC - FinancialEDGE

Excerpt of Interactive Session with Financial Journalist At The Last 2019 Capital Market Committee Meeting In Lagos. Q: What are some of the activities the SEC has participated in to attract more investors and deepen the market? A: Between the 2nd CMC held in August and now, the Commission has organized and participated in a

Fintech Will Enable Capital Market Operations – Uduk - FinancialEDGE

Acting Director General Of The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Ms Mary Uduk Had Interraction With Financial Journalist On The Outcome Of The Second Quarter Capital Market Committee Meeting In Lagos. Here Are The Excerpts. What were some of the issues discussed at the CMC? The market was informed of the success recorded at the