30 h. ago CBN’s Dividend Suspension Threatens Banks’ Capital Raising Drive – Market Operators

Nigeria’s tier 1 banks are expected to suspend dividend payout over the next three years following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) latest directive for them to rebuild capital buffers and resolve regulatory forbearance exposures. The directive could see dividend payouts suspension is expected to persist until 2028 for several institutions, dampening investor sentiment and […]

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46 h. ago CBN’s suspension of banks’ dividend may cause stock market volatility — Securities dealers

Tribune Online CBN’s suspension of banks’ dividend may cause stock market volatility — Securities dealers "Unless an alternative solution is found, this directive may hinder banks' capital-raising efforts, particularly those yet to commence ... CBN’s suspension of banks’ dividend may cause stock market volatility — Securities dealers Tribune Online

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54 h. ago Banking Stocks Plummet On CBN’s Directive To Suspend Dividends, Bonuses

Following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directive suspending dividend payments, bonus disbursements, and offshore investments for banks under regulatory forbearance, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Banking index yesterday declined by 3.98 per cent. This is as investor sentiment weakened amid concerns over earnings retention and capital constraints within the banking sector. While the benchmark index […]

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69 h. ago Here’re analysts views on CBN’s suspension of banks dividend, bonuses

Local and foreign analysts are sending in their views on the recent decision of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) read more Here’re analysts views on CBN’s suspension of banks dividend, bonuses

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3 d. ago Experts react as CBN suspends dividends of banks under forbearance

Tribune Online Experts react as CBN suspends dividends of banks under forbearance •Shareholders push back The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recent decision to temporarily suspend dividend payments by banks has triggered strong and mixed reactions across the financial ecosystem. While financial analysts described it as a prudent move to preserve capital and protect the banking sector’s integrity, shareholders and some market participants are expressing deep concern […] Experts react as CBN suspends dividends of banks under forbearance Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Recapitalisation: Nigerian banks raise N13trn in boost for credit

Nigerian banks have collectively raised over N13 trillion in fresh equity capital as of mid-2025, significantly strengthening their capital buffers read more Recapitalisation: Nigerian banks raise N13trn in boost for credit

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1 week ago Banks Recapitalization Watch: Rights issues and public offers gain momentum

Tribune Online Banks Recapitalization Watch: Rights issues and public offers gain momentum WITH a March 2026 deadline looming, several banks have already achieved or made significant strides toward meeting the new minimum capital thresholds. According to Proshare Research’s Weekly Banks Recapitalization Watch, the capital-raising is in top gear among Nigerian banks in response to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation directive. One of the most notable […] Banks Recapitalization Watch: Rights issues and public offers gain momentum Tribune Online

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1 week ago CBN REFORMS: How policy shift has triggered foreign capital inflows

Tribune Online CBN REFORMS: How policy shift has triggered foreign capital inflows The Federal Government’s economic policy reforms being implemented by its various organs, especially the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), have attracted rising foreign capital inflows, signalling growing confidence in its execution, writes JOSEPH INOKOTONG.  NIGERIA’S economic managers have continued to take steps meant to boost foreign capital inflows to the economy. Already, the Central Bank […] CBN REFORMS: How policy shift has triggered foreign capital inflows Tribune Online

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1 week ago Equity transactions: Market operators laud SEC’s Nov deadline for T+2 settlement cycle

Says it’ll reposition Nigeria’s capital market By Chinwendu Obienyi and Chukwuma Umeorah Market operators in Nigeria have expressed  support for the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to transition the equities market to a T+2 settlement cycle, effective November 28, 2025. This move, they said, is seen as a significant step toward enhancing market efficiency […] The post Equity transactions: Market operators laud SEC’s Nov deadline for T+2 settlement cycle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago CBN withdrew N1.1trn via OMO auctions to boost FX inflows in May

By Chinwendu Obienyi The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) mopped up N1.1 trillion from the financial system through Open Market Operation (OMO) auctions in May 2025 as part of its ongoing strategy to tighten naira liquidity and bolster foreign exchange (FX) inflows, according to recent market reports from Afrinvest and Cowry Asset Management Limited. Hence, […] The post CBN withdrew N1.1trn via OMO auctions to boost FX inflows in May -Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Wema Bank Wins ‘Commercial Bank Of The Year’ At 2025 NCMC Awards

Wema Bank has been announced as the winner of the ‘Commercial Bank of the Year’ at the 2025 Nairametrics Capital Market Choice (NCMC) Awards. The announcement was made at the awards gala held in Lagos, where standout performers across Nigeria’s capital markets were celebrated. The Nairametrics Capital Market Choice (NCMC) awards is a data-driven platform […]

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2 w. ago 1,500 Bureau De Change To Shut As Recapitalisation Deadline Elapses

About 1,500 Bureau De Change (BDC) operators may have to shut down operations across Nigeria as the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation deadline elapsed on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. This has sparked fears of job losses in the sector and potential underground market activity. President of the Association of Bureau De Change Operators of […]

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2 w. ago 1,500 Bureau De Change To Shut Down As Recapitalisation Deadline Elapses

About 1,500 Bureau De Change (BDC) operators may have to shut down operations across Nigeria as the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation deadline elapsed on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. This has sparked fears of job losses in the sector and potential underground market activity. President of the Association of Bureau De Change Operators of […]

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2 w. ago Fitch Upgrades Fidelity Bank’s National Rating To ‘A+(nga)’, Affirms Long

Global credit rating agency, Fitch Ratings, has affirmed Fidelity Bank Plc’s Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B’ and upgraded its National Long-Term Rating to ‘A+(nga)’ from ‘A(nga)’. The upgrade reflects the bank’s strengthened capital buffers and improved profitability, signaling continued positive momentum in its performance. Fitch stated, “the rating upgrade is underpinned by Fidelity […]

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2 w. ago Abbey Mortgage eyes N100bn capital raise, regional banking licence

By Chukwuma Umeorah Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc has announced plans to raise fresh capital of at least N100 billion to support its transition from a primary mortgage institution to a regional commercial bank, in line with new regulatory capital requirements set by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The decision was disclosed in a statement […] The post Abbey Mortgage eyes N100bn capital raise, regional banking licence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago SEC warns against investing in Silverkuun, other unregistered schemes

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has warned the public against investing in unregistered investment schemes, specifically naming Silverkuun Investment Cooperative Society and Silverkuun Limited as entities operating illegally in the Nigerian capital market. In a circular released in Abuja on Wednesday, May 28, the Commission stated that it had received […] The post SEC warns against investing in Silverkuun, other unregistered schemes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Cardoso, CBN shine at Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards

Tribune Online Cardoso, CBN shine at Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has been conferred an Honorary Award at the ... Cardoso, CBN shine at Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards Tribune Online

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3 w. ago World Bank trains journalists to bridge environmental knowledge gap

The World Bank, in partnership with Visualflow Media, has trained 17 journalists on Natural Capital Accounting (NCA) and sustainable reporting, read more World Bank trains journalists to bridge environmental knowledge gap

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