Connect with us

News

Jaiz Bank Rebranding Saga: An Intellectual Sparring Between Professionals

Published

7 months ago

on

 

By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The Jaiz Bank rebranding of its logo has sparked series of debates in the past few days among professionals. Most engaging of all the discourse was that of Aliyu Jalal, a communication specialist and Safwan Idris, a brand designer.

Safwan Idris, from his years of experience as a brand designer, argued that the new choice of design by the bank is below par, and even posited that the management could be sued for a copyright violation owing to the fact that a flip of the bank’s new logo design resembles that of Bixby Samsung. Not only that, he also critiqued the use of lowercase for the letter ‘j’ which starts the bank’s name, Jaiz. Safwan, in his criticism, added that the rebranding has got too much colors on the logo which has made it look unfit for such an establishment.

Aliyu Jalal on the other hand, while responding to Safwan’s criticisms, expressed shock as to why such an acclaimed brand designer would be ignorant of things that he is to know even better. In his rebuttal, Aliyu highlighted that the adoption of the lowercase instead of the conventional uppercase which many brands are used to is a step toward solidifying their ideology of operating differently in the banking industry.

The communication specialist went further to juxtapose brands like adidas, spotify, reddit, tajbank, paypal, and others that have adopted the same lowercase; citing reasons for such an adoption to be the fact that it looks more aesthetically appealing, softer, friendlier, and less rigid.

Furthermore, Aliyu countered the designer’s claim that the new logo of the bank is a “flipped” version of Samsung’s Bixby; reiterating that such claim is weak. He justified his position by sharing that what it’s considered a legal breach in Corporate Law is a “near-identical copying”, stressing that “mere resemblance is not an issue.”

Advert

He buttressed further that logos are symbols, and that symbols are drawn from shared ideas in which a bit of research would have him find out that there are “resemblance for almost every logo in the world.”

Responding to the “too much color” criticism by the designer, Aliyu pointed out that big brands like Google and Microsoft are using four different colors whereas the antagonized bank adopted only three which, by all means, still serve the simplicity purpose as expected.

Not relenting, Safwan held a space on the X app(formerly Twitter) yesterday evening on Thursday with the topic: Logo Design Process: Avoiding Copyright Breach and IP Lawsuit, where he expantiated more on his claims about the rebranding of Jaiz Bank.

The brand designer, once again, faulted the person whom the bank contracted for the job, remarking that no professional designer would come up with a word mark logo that’s in lowercase with the ‘j’ having the dot that it originally has. He emphatically conveyed that even though the person wish to use the word mark in lowercase, the ‘j’ should not have appeared with the dot on it.

Secondly, he argued that rebranding is not always about changing everything that a brand is already known with; that such move is risky as customers have known the brand with certain features already. Safwan noted that since Jaiz Bank, which is an Islamic bank, had adopted green which is globally recognized among Islamic countries as the favorite color of Islam; and that customers have acquainted themselves with already, it was unnecessary for the bank to replace that with yellow which, according to him, means nothing deducing from their unveiling ceremony clip that he watched online.

Lastly, he remarked that Jaiz Bank is known for its unique way of banking, hence, that should have made the designer to have avoided coming up with any logo that is in existence already; and which wouldn’t have made people debate on whether it resembles the Samsung Bixby or not.

Safwan ended the space with the mentioning of some tenets of trade mark, how copyright really works, and how it could be avoided.

Moreover, a staff of this very Jaiz Bank, Ameer Lukman Haruna, in his reaction to the online debate, shared that though he has received and seen quite a number of logo proposal for the bank, the management has reasons to stick to what it has now, while urging the youths to continue in their show of talents; that it might actually inspire the bank’s future decision to rebrand again if such opportunity arises. He also acknowledged the fact that the debate, being an intellectual discourse, is a way to keep the bank visible and relevant.

Are you a Jaiz Bank customer? If yes, what’s your take on the issue: should the bank stick to its current design or it should go back to the old one? Let’s know your thoughts!

Related Topics:

News

Governor Dauda Lawal Defects to APC After Stakeholder Consultations

Published

9 hours ago

on

March 9, 2026

By

 

The Zamfara State Government has announced that Governor Dauda Lawal has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following what officials described as “extensive consultations with stakeholders, political leaders, elders, and supporters across the state.” This was contained in a statement signed by Nuhu Salihu Anka, Director General, Media and Communication, Office of the Governor.

According to the statement, Governor Lawal’s decision was driven by the overriding interest of stability, progress, and sustainable development in Zamfara State. “After careful consideration, His Excellency has decided to formally defect to the APC,” Anka said, noting that the move followed prolonged internal crises within the PDP at both national and state levels.

The government explained that unresolved leadership disagreements and structural challenges in the PDP had created uncertainty and distractions that threatened effective governance. “These challenges have continued to hinder the delivery of democratic dividends to the people of Zamfara State,” the statement emphasized.

Governor Lawal reiterated that his primary responsibility remains the peace, security, and development of Zamfara State. “It became necessary to align with a political platform that provides greater unity, stability, and stronger cooperation with the Federal Government,” Anka quoted the governor as saying.

Advert

The statement further revealed that the final deliberation leading to the defection was held at the Government House in Gusau, under the coordination of the Deputy Governor, alongside senior government officials and key political stakeholders. “This was a collective decision reached after wide consultations,” Anka explained.

Governor Lawal expressed appreciation to PDP members and supporters for their cooperation over the years. However, he noted that the prevailing political realities and unresolved crises within the party made it necessary to take what he described as “a bold step in the interest of good governance and the future of Zamfara State.”

By joining the APC, the governor reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening unity, improving security, accelerating development, and ensuring that Zamfara State benefits fully from stronger collaboration with the Federal Government. “This is a new political phase aimed at promoting unity, stability, and development,” Anka stated.

The government therefore called on citizens, political leaders, party supporters, and stakeholders to remain calm and supportive. “We urge everyone to embrace this transition peacefully as Zamfara enters a new chapter of political cooperation and progress,”

 

Continue Reading

News

Petrol Price Surge to Deepen Cost-of-Living Crisis as Dangote Refinery Hikes Rates Again

Published

11 hours ago

on

March 9, 2026

By

 

By Yusuf Danjuma Yunusa

The financial burden on Nigerian consumers is set to intensify following a sharp increase in petrol prices by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, marking the third adjustment in less than a week.

Effective Monday, the refinery raised the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to ₦1,175 per litre. This represents a significant jump of ₦180, or approximately 18.1%, from the ₦995 per litre price announced just last Friday. In a parallel move, the gantry price of Automotive Gas Oil (diesel) was also revised upward to ₦1,620 per litre.

Confirming the development to our correspondent, a senior official at the refinery, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to restrictions on public commentary, stated that the changes have been formally communicated to marketers and depot operators.

“Yes, the gantry prices have been adjusted. PMS is now ₦1,175 per litre while Automotive Gas Oil is ₦1,620 per litre,” the official said. “The market has been extremely volatile, and replacement costs have shifted significantly in recent days. These adjustments reflect prevailing market fundamentals and the cost environment we are currently operating in.”

Advert

Data from the industry pricing platform, petroleumprice.ng, confirmed that the revised rates have been integrated into depot pricing systems nationwide, effectively resetting the benchmark for downstream marketers.

This latest surge—which has seen gantry prices climb from ₦774 to over ₦1,175 in a matter of days—is already translating to higher costs at the pump. Retail outlets in several states are now selling petrol for approximately ₦1,200 per litre, adding another layer of economic strain on households and businesses.

The increase is expected to trigger a fresh wave of price adjustments across the country. Higher fuel costs invariably lead to increased expenses for transportation, logistics, and production, costs that are typically passed on to consumers. This dynamic threatens to exacerbate Nigeria’s already high cost of living.

The price hikes underscore the challenges facing the Federal Government’s efforts to stabilize the downstream sector. Through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, the government has been working to secure crude oil supply for the Dangote refinery via third-party international traders in a bid to sustain local refining and, ultimately, moderate prices.

However, officials caution that these interventions may not yield immediate relief for consumers. As the 650,000-barrel-per-day Lekki-based refinery adjusts its prices in response to volatile market realities, Nigerians are left grappling with the immediate consequences of a deregulated market where pump prices are increasingly subject to global and local market forces.

Continue Reading

News

ADVERT:KANO STATE PRIMARY HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT BOARD IMMUNIZATION PLUS AND MALARIA PROGRESS BY ACCELERATING COVERAGE AND TRANSFORMING SERVICES (IMPACT PROJECT)

Published

11 hours ago

on

March 9, 2026

By

KANO STATE PRIMARY HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT BOARD
IMMUNIZATION PLUS AND MALARIA PROGRESS BY ACCELERATING COVERAGE AND TRANSFORMING SERVICES (IMPACT PROJECT)

CREDIT NO. IDA-65390

Request for Bids – Goods

Procurement of 44 Nos. Ultrasound Scan Machines for 44 Secondary Facilities in Kano State.

NG-KANO MPA-536529-GO-RFB

Date of Issue: March 9, 2026

1. The Kano State Government through the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has received a credit from the International Development Association toward the cost of the Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services (IMPACT), Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds of this credit to payments under the Contract for the Procurement of 44 Nos. Ultrasound Scan Machines for 44 Secondary Facilities in Kano State.

2. The Kano State Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services (IMPACT), Project now invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the Procurement of the following:

Item No.
Description / Identification of Items
Qty
Bid Security
Delivery Period
Location(s)

 

Procurement of 44 Nos. Ultrasound Scan Machines for 44 Secondary Facilities in Kano State.

NG-KANO MPA-536529-GO-RFB
44
₦19,700,000.00
90 days
Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services (IMPACT), Project, State PIU Office, Na’ibawa Zaria Road, Opposite Gidan Fiat, Kano State

Advert

Bidding Procedures
3. Bidding will be conducted through National Competitive Bidding using Request for Bids (RfB) as specified in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” Procurement in Investment Projects Financing” November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”) available on www.worldbank.org/procure and is open to all Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations. In addition, please refers to paragraphs 3.14 to 3.17 in the “Procurement Regulation” on the conflict of interest.

Invitation
4. Interested and eligible bidders may obtain further information from the State Project Manager, Kano State IMPACT Project, and inspect/obtain the bidding documents at the address below, between 9.00 am to 4.00 pm Mondays to Fridays, except on public holidays.

5. Qualifications requirements include:

The Bidder should demonstrate that it has successfully completed the supply/installation of a minimum of 30 (Thirty) Ultrasound Scan Machine within the last 5 (five) years.”
Audited financial statements for the last three (3) years, to demonstrate the financial capability of the Bidder in terms of Profitability and adequate working capital,
Registration with Professional organizations/Licenses to sell Medical Equipment in Nigeria.
Company Registration,
Certified Manufacturers Authorization,
Evidence of after-sales services in Nigeria

A margin of preference for eligible national contractors shall not apply; Additional details are provided in the Bidding Documents.

6. A complete set of Bidding Documents in English may be purchased by interested bidders on the submission of a written Application to the address below and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of ₦ 100,000.00 (One Hundred Thousand Naira only). The payment method will be a Bank Draft in favour of the Kano State IMPACT Project. The Bidding Documents will be collected by the representative of the Bidder or by courier services on request, which shall be at the bidder’s cost.

7. Bids must be delivered to the address below at 11:00 am local time on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Electronic bid submissions will not be accepted; Late bids will be rejected. Bids will be opened in the presence of the bidders’ representatives, who choose to attend in person at the address below 11:00 am local time on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of ₦19,700,000.00 in local currency or an equivalent amount in a freely convertible currency.

8. The address referred to above is:

The State Project Manager,
State Project Implementation Unit (SPIU),
Kano State Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress by Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services (IMPACT), Project,
Address: Na’ibawa Zaria Road, Opposite Gidan Fiat, P.M.B 3295, Kano State.
Telephone: +234 803 530 7255 / +234 806 558 1226
Email address: piukanoimpactproject@gmail.com

Continue Reading

Trending