29 h. ago CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued an urgent call for the cancellation of illegitimate debts, sweeping reforms of global financial institutions, and increased legislative engagement in Nigeria’s development financing.    CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsanjani, made the call at the Financing for Development Conference, in Sevilla […] The post CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Deputy Speaker seeks debt cancellation to alleviate Africa’s debt burden

Tribune Online Deputy Speaker seeks debt cancellation to alleviate Africa’s debt burden Deputy Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has called for debt cancellation mechanisms, including... Deputy Speaker seeks debt cancellation to alleviate Africa’s debt burden Tribune Online

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9 d. ago IMF explains how it finances itself, why it matters for global economy

Tribune Online IMF explains how it finances itself, why it matters for global economy The International Monetary Fund (IMF), widely known for supporting crisis-hit countries, has outlined how it finances its operations—revealing a unique financial structure that plays a vital role in maintaining global economic stability. In a recent explanation by Julie Kozack and Bernard Lauwers, available on its Blog, the IMF emphasized that while it’s best known for […] IMF explains how it finances itself, why it matters for global economy Tribune Online

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2 w. ago June 12: Lawmakers urged to prioritize national interest for sustainable democracy

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Lawmakers at the federal and state levels have been urged to put in front things that strengthen the unity of Nigeria and its development against their personal interest. They were also asked to strengthen their oversight, which is a constitutional duty, and fast-tracking other legislative actions that would ensure the delivery […] The post June 12: Lawmakers urged to prioritize national interest for sustainable democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NGX Group, SEC Strengthen Global Partnerships To Deepen Nigeria

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have pursued capital market diplomacy to foster cross-border capital market partnerships. The NGX  said, “their current engagements in China reflect a broader drive to strengthen Nigeria’s connectivity to global financial markets and attract new investment flows. This commitment was demonstrated at the […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s Financial Landscape ‘ll Witness Radical Change By 2035 — Expert

Dr. Mayowa Olusoji, a renowned author, professional speaker, financial exponentialist and global liquidity expert specialising in digital assets, has revealed that Nigeria’s financial landscape was set to transform radically by 2035. Olusoji, who spoke in an interview with journalists, said there will be mass adoption of digital currencies: Stablecoins and Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) […]

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3 w. ago The global sustainability shift: A second chance for accountants?

Research and several literatures show that in the 20th century, accountants were seen as the trustees of financial truth. However, read more The global sustainability shift: A second chance for accountants?

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3 w. ago Banking the Unbanked: Using Blockchain for Payment Remittances

Tribune Online Banking the Unbanked: Using Blockchain for Payment Remittances The global financial landscape is undergoing a revolutionary transformation, with blockchain technology emerging as a powerful solution to address one of the world’s most pressing economic challenges: providing financial services to the unbanked population. According to the World Bank, approximately 1.4 billion adults worldwide remain without access to basic banking services, leaving them excluded from […] Banking the Unbanked: Using Blockchain for Payment Remittances Tribune Online

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3 w. ago FG signs MoU to train 100,000 youths annually in forex trading

Tribune Online FG signs MoU to train 100,000 youths annually in forex trading The agreement, formalised in Abuja, is set to equip Nigerian youth with practical skills in Forex trading, risk management, and financial planning, empowering them to navigate and thrive in the global financial marketplace. FG signs MoU to train 100,000 youths annually in forex trading Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Beyond the circuit: A conversation with Benedict Ashiedu on engineering, leadership, and Africa’s future

Benedict Ashiedu is a Nigerian-born engineer turned strategy consultant whose career has spanned telecom infrastructure, financial advisory, and global leadership read more Beyond the circuit: A conversation with Benedict Ashiedu on engineering, leadership, and Africa’s future

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3 w. ago Afreximbank downgrade: Diaspora Nigerian warns against unproductive borrowing, urges economic diplomacy

Tribune Online Afreximbank downgrade: Diaspora Nigerian warns against unproductive borrowing, urges economic diplomacy THE recent downgrade of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) by global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has raised alarms across financial and policy circles, prompting a strong caution from Collins Nweke, a diaspora Nigerian and former Green Councillor in Belgium. Fitch Ratings downgraded Afreximbank to a BBB rating—just one notch above junk status. This move, […] Afreximbank downgrade: Diaspora Nigerian warns against unproductive borrowing, urges economic diplomacy Tribune Online

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