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Financial advice to my 18 year old self
Imagine you had a golden opportunity to talk to your eighteen year-old self, what would you say? At that age, you probably only cared about studying or partying (not necessarily in that order) and knew...
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Stanbic IBTC and others grant $225m loan facility to Accugas
Nigeria's power sector receives a major boost as Stanbic IBTC and other financial institutions grant a $225 million loan facility to support the construction of the Accugas gas pipeline project....
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*909# Mobile Money gets 'appsolutely' easy
stanbicmobilemoney-1-3.pngOops! I forgot my ATM card at home.OMG, it’s 15 minutes past four, I can’t go the bank anymore and I need cash. It’s Sunday and my cable subscription just expired, what am I...
View ArticleNimi's Standard: Saving for your children
Have you heard about the Xbox One? The Samsung Galaxy S4? Surely, you know every cool kid has an iPod? The latest gadgets and phones top gift lists all over the world causing financial headaches for...
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5 money lessons to teach children
Once upon a time, there was a child who was about 5 years old. He was in a danfo with his mum one day and street hawkers approached them with all sorts of snacks and drinks when the bus stopped at a...
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5 ways to show kindness without hurting your budget
Imagine you are out to eat with your friends and you strike up a conversation with the server/waiter. You learn he is working two jobs to enroll in a part-time course in a school. When he gets home, he...
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What You Need To Know About USSD Mobile Banking
You can now access your regular accounts by dialing *909#! We are the first bank in Nigeria to launch USSD Mobile Banking and it is because we are determined to bring convenient and secure banking to...
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Nimi's Standard: 5 things to check for the mid-year review of your personal...
I don’t know about you but I keep feeling that this year is whizzing by! It is July already. Most of us start each new-year with great plans but the problem tends to be with execution. In January, you...
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An African Holiday - Why You Should Go To Kenya
When last did you take a break from your daily routine, see a new place? Or rather have you ever experienced the thrill of exploring new places and meeting new people? Unplug from technology and engage...
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Great things to note for a remarkable Ramadan...and beyond
We know that Ramadan is a month that offers time for Muslims to focus on the spiritual aspects of their lives.While some are focusing on how to make the best use of this holy month, others are already...
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Stanbic IBTC hosts graduates from the African Leadership Academy
Nelson Mandela once said “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”. The question now is, where will the future African leaders come from? At Stanbic IBTC, we...
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Financial tips on buying a new car
Whether you are planning to buy your first car or your current car is already a few years old and you are thinking about a new one, you should know that buying a car can be very overwhelming. Let’s...
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Nimi's Standard: Manage your holiday finances in 6 easy steps
The holidays are here. Are you one of those that are fortunate enough to be able to get away from the stresses and strains of work and routine home life? Many people will be heading home to spend time...
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Practical money-saving tips for your household
Going green when it comes to your household spending is almost certainly one of the best ways to save money. The following ways to go green are among the first and most impactful steps you can take...
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Net worth versus net income
By definition, your net worth is the value of your personal assets, (cash and personal possessions) minus all liabilities or debt. Therefore the amount by which your assets exceed your liabilities is...
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Getting Your Finances Back On Track After The Holidays
Summer break is so much fun especially when you are somewhere far from home with your family and friends. But overspending and vacations always seem to go hand in hand. It can be very difficult to stay...
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How to stay safe when shopping online
*We offer some handy tips on safety while shopping online.*Shopping online has many benefits that you don’t find in the market or in the next-door store. Online stores are open 24/7, so you can...
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Happy Independence day, Nigeria!
As we celebrate our Independence Day on 1st of October, 2013, we want to share with you a few short stories from Nigerians who were around during the Independence Day in 1960. The stories will feature...
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A simple guide to writing a business plan
A good business plan defines what you want to achieve and how you plan to achieve it. It should contain your analysis of the operating environment, marketing & sales plans, resource plan, risk...
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