App Of The Week: Sparkle
Technology adoption in banking is now a huge driving force for financial inclusion in Nigeria. From the provision of basic amenities to the up-scaling of SMEs and access to useful and affordable financial products and services, there are so many ways in which financial inclusion can benefit Nigeria’s populace. Read more about App of […]
Access Bank Wants to Acquire Zambia’s Cavmont Bank
Access Bank is seeking to acquire a 100% stake in Cavmont Bank, a financial institution located in Zambia. If the deal is sealed, it would effectively make the institution a subsidiary of its Nigerian counterpart. Details of this were contained in a document signed by Access Bank’s Company Secretary, Mr Sunday Ekwuochi, and delivered to […]
Former Diamond Bank CEO, Uzoma Dozie, Launches Sparkle, a Digital Banking Startup
Uzoma Dozie, former CEO of Diamond Bank, has officially launched Sparkle, startup offering personal finance, business support and lifestyle services. This happened on Wednesday, following its successful acquisition of a banking license from the Central Bank of Nigeria. Read more about Digital Banking The platform will allow individuals open bank accounts with it from wherever […]
Did You Know? Nigeria’s Biggest Business Deals So Far in 2019
Nigeria’s big businesses are sealing deals, and frontline startups are snapping up millions in big-time funding rounds. It’s the story of half a year in an economy’s life. Despite concerns that the country’s commerce and industry stands on wobbly foundations, investments continue to happen. Analysts say we should be cautious about the numbers; after all, […]
Access Bank Has Unveiled Its New Brand Logo
On Sunday March 31, Access Bank took another step to full integration with its merger partner Diamond Bank, with the unveiling of its new brand logo. The new corporate symbol was revealed to the public in a ceremony held at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos. Both banks had agreed to be melded into […]
Why Access Bank Has Moved to Buy Diamond Bank
It’s been reported that Access Bank has moved to acquire Diamond Bank. This comes in the wake of the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two banks over the weekend, which should see them officially recognized as a single company in the coming week. The melding of the two banks, which is […]
Numbers To Call If You Need To Block Your Debit Card
One of the worst things that could happen is having your debit card stolen and needing to block it ASAP. A list of banks, their customer care numbers and contact detail: Access Bank Plc 07002255222377 +234 1- 2712005-7 +234 1-2802500 [email protected] Ecobank Nigerian Plc 08003262265 [email protected] First Bank of Nigeria Ltd 234 1 9052326 +234 1 […]
Meet ADA, Diamond Bank’s AI-powered Chatbot
Diamond bank has just recently launched a powerful Artificial Intelligence powered chatbot that you can interact with through Facebook’s messenger app. Diamond bank sent out a mail to its customers introducing the new ‘personal banker’. Funny enough, at first I thought I had been assigned a new account officer named Ada, but not so, Diamond […]
Airtime Recharge Codes for All Banks in Nigeria
This article envelopes the easiest way to top-up your mobile airtime directly from your bank account without the stress of purchasing a recharge cards or voucher. Here are a list of Nigerian Banks and their airtime recharging code(s). Access Bank Recharge Code To recharge with your access bank account simply dial *901*Amount# and Send. For instance […]
Diamond Bank Takes Loan Application Process Online With Diamond Loan Platform
Diamond bank appears to have seized upon something that many have had as a passing thought, or a muttered desire- the need to apply for loans without embarking upon potential ‘merry-go-round’ journeys to the bank. The new Diamond Loan Platform makes it possible for individuals, small and medium scale businesses to apply for business or […]
OLX Launches Do It For Me Service on Diamond Bank Tech Turks
Leading online classifieds site, OLX.com.ng is excited to announce the launch of its premium product Do It For Me (D.I.F.M) on Diamond Bank’s Tech Turks with Uzoma Dozie, the Bank’s Chief Executive Officer. D.I.F.M helps users manage the posting and selling of items on the site. Users who have no time to post, meet with […]
Download Diamond Bank App and Get a Free MiFi From Smile
Diamond Bank is offering its customers an irresistible offer in collaboration with Smile Communications Nigeria. All you need to do is download the new Diamond Mobile App, pay for your Smile data and you get a free MIFI that is worth N16,000!!!! To get more information on this amazing offer click here.
Diamond Mobile App New Feature Allows for Foreign Currency Transfer
Do you know that the Diamond Mobile App is now repackaged with a new feature that will give you more control over your money whenever you need it? Diamond Bank has added to the Diamond Mobile App the Diamond Money Transfer which allows you to make foreign currency transactions to your family, friends and business […]
Win N10,000 Cash Back When You Shop With Visa Card
Shopping has its perks, but thanks to a beloved bank in Nigeria, the perks keep getting better. According to Diamond Bank, a sum of N10,000 cashback is up for grabs for the first 400 VISA cardholders to spend a minimum of N30,000 in 3 transactions. This offer commenced on 1st June and will end on 30th […]
DiamondXclusive Lounge Now at General Aviation Terminal, Ikeja
It has been announced that DiamondXclusive will be opening a lounge at the General Aviation Terminal in Ikeja. There are 23 Xclusive lounges nationwide that are designed to provide customers with comfort while doing business. For more information and locations, call 0700-300-0000.
Diamond Bank Posts N13.8 Billion Half-Year Profit
Diamond Bank Plc has reported that it has realised a profit after tax of N13.8 billion in its unaudited results for the six months ended June 30, 2014. This represents an annual increase by nine per cent, compared to the N12.6 billion recorded in 2013. The bank’s gross earnings also rose to N98.3 billion as […]