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UBA releases financial results for the first quarter ended March 31st, 2024

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2 years ago

May 7, 2024

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……Solid Start to 2024, UBA Consolidates Gains as Gross Earnings Rise by 110%, Profit for [Quarter] Hits N156bn – delivering a YoY growth of 165%

United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has once again demonstrated its strong performance with remarkable growth across key financial indicators in the first quarter of 2024. Compared to the same period in 2023, UBA’s financial results for Q1 2024 showed substantial increases in gross earnings, interest income, operating income, profit before tax, and profit after tax.

Gross Earnings surged by an impressive 110%, reaching N570.2 billion, while Interest Income grew by 130% to N440.7 billion. Operating Income also increased significantly by 115% to N378.59 billion. These figures underscore UBA’s robust growth trajectory and its ability to generate substantial revenues.

Profit Before Tax saw a remarkable rise of 155%, from N61.7 billion in Q1 2023 to N156.34 billion in Q1 2024. Similarly, Profit After Tax experienced a substantial increase of 165%, soaring from N53.5 billion to N142.5 billion year-on-year. These outstanding profit figures reflect UBA’s effective execution of its strategic initiatives and its commitment to delivering value to shareholders.

According to Oliver Alawuba, UBA’s Group Managing Director, the strong performance in Q1 2024 builds on the momentum of the previous year and is a testament to the Group’s customer-centric approach, geographic diversification, and robust risk management practices.

The growth in gross earnings was supported by strong interest and non-interest income, with fees and commissions rising by 118% year-on-year. Alawuba emphasized the importance of digital adoption and improved efficiencies in driving customer satisfaction and operational excellence, maintaining the Group’s cost-to-income ratio at 57.8%.

Ugo Nwaghodoh, UBA’s Executive Director, Finance and Risk, highlighted the Group’s relentless focus on customer satisfaction and its successful geographic and product diversification strategies. He stressed the importance of maintaining high-quality risk-adjusted revenues and cost discipline while improving asset quality.

UBA’s balance sheet showed steady growth, with total assets increasing by 23% to N25.4 trillion, and customer deposits reaching N18.4 trillion, a 23% increase year-on-year. This growth was largely driven by increases in current and savings accounts, reflecting the Group’s continued ability to attract and retain customers.

With a presence in over 20 African countries and across 4 continents, UBA is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory and contribute meaningfully to inclusive economic development across its network. Through its retail, commercial, and corporate banking services, as well as innovative cross-border payments and trade finance solutions, UBA remains committed to connecting people and businesses across Africa and beyond.

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Exchange Rates Today Friday, 12 June

Black Market Rates
US Dollar (USD) ₦1,397
Great British Pound (GBP) ₦1,850

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3 days ago

June 12, 2026

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Official CBN Exchange Rates

US Dollar (USD) ₦1,363. 83

Great British Pound (GBP) ₦1,821. 25

EURO (EUR) ₦1,572. 90

SWISS FRANC (CHF) ₦1,706. 49

JAPANESE YEN (JPN) ₦8.50

CHINESE YUAN (CNY) ₦201.20

West African CFA (XOF) ₦2.40

West African Unit Account (WAUA) ₦1,857. 45

SAUDI RIYAL (SAR) ₦363. 29

SOUTH AFRICAN RAND (ZAR) ₦82.61

Black Market Rates

US Dollar (USD) Buy ₦1,397 Sell ₦1,405

Great British Pound (GBP) Buy ₦1,850 Sell: ₦1,870

EURO (EUR) Buy ₦1,587 Sell ₦1, 607

Canadian Dollar (CAD) Buy ₦1,030 Sell ₦1,100

South African Rand (ZAR) Buy ₦75 Sell ₦90

UAE Dirham Buy ₦350 Sell ₦370

Chinese Yuan Buy ₦180 Sell ₦200

Ghana Cedi (GHS) Buy ₦95 Sell ₦110

West African CFA Buy ₦2, 380 Sell ₦2, 460

Central African CFA Buy ₦2, 220 Sell 2,300

Australian Dollar Buy ₦800 Sell ₦900

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Airtel launches data calculator to counter depletion complaints

Commenting on the significance of the launch, Dinesh Balsingh, Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, said that the company remains focused on building a network and customer experience ecosystem anchored on trust, transparency and continuous improvement.

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4 days ago

June 11, 2026

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Airtel Nigeria has launched the Airtel Web Data Calculator, a new digital tool designed to help customers estimate and better understand their internet data consumption based on real-life usage patterns.

Available through Airtel’s website, the calculator enables customers to estimate data usage across common digital activities such as video streaming, social media engagement, voice and video calls, and everyday web browsing.

Speaking on the launch, Oladokun Oye, Customer Experience Director, Airtel Nigeria, said that the initiative reflects Airtel’s commitment to customer empowerment and service transparency.

“As Nigerians become increasingly dependent on digital services for work, education, entertainment and communication, it is important that customers have clear visibility into how their data is consumed.

The Airtel Web Data Calculator was developed to help our customers understand their usage patterns better, make informed choices, and enjoy greater confidence in their digital experience,” he said.

Commenting on the significance of the launch, Dinesh Balsingh, Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, said the company remains focused on building a network and customer experience ecosystem anchored on trust, transparency and continuous improvement.

“The future of telecommunications will be defined not only by network investments but also by how effectively operators help customers understand and manage their digital lives. The Airtel Web Data Calculator represents a practical innovation that places more information and control directly in the hands of our customers.” He said.

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Kingsley Moghalu chairs Bluecode Africa subsidiary in Nigeria

Moghalu served as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria from 2009 to 2014, heading the Financial System Stability and Operations Directorates at different periods.

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4 days ago

June 11, 2026

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Bluecode Africa, the European payments infrastructure operator backed by leading US and European institutional investors, has named Prof Kingsley Chiedu Moghalu as Chairman of the Advisory Board of its Nigerian subsidiary, Bluecode Payments Nigeria Limited as the company formally enters the Nigerian market.

The appointment was jointly announced by Chris Pirkner, Founder of Bluecode, and Odin Krismayr, Managing Director of Bluecode Africa, who described it as a foundational governance decision for the company’s Nigerian and continental operations.

Moghalu served as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria from 2009 to 2014, heading the Financial System Stability and Operations Directorates at different periods.

He led the team that introduced the unique-identifier Bank Verification Number (BVN), enrolling 50 million banking users, simplifying Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, and doubled Nigeria’s financial inclusion rate from 33 to 60 per cent.