4 h. ago AgriTech, open data, critical to Nigeria’s digital economy – stakeholders

Stakeholders in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector have identified agricultural technology (AgriTech) and open data platforms as essential read more AgriTech, open data, critical to Nigeria’s digital economy – stakeholders

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9 h. ago FG moves all public funds to CBN for full supervision — Edun

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   The Federal Government has moved to ensure full transparency and accountability in public finance management by bringing all government funds under the supervision of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, disclosedthis at the ongoing 31st Nigerian Economic Summit […] The post FG moves all public funds to CBN for full supervision — Edun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Nigeria needs total digital transformation of electricity sector to boost economy – Atueyi

The Sun At Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), JP Atueyi, a specialist in enterprise information technology and transformation, led the digital transformation of Nigeria’s second largest electricity distribution company. Looking back at that experience and in-depth understanding of the electricity industry, he, in this panel interview, dissects Nigeria’s electricity problems, the path forward and the […] The post Nigeria needs total digital transformation of electricity sector to boost economy – Atueyi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago We’re monitoring remaining banks to ensure full recapitalisation compliance – CBN

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said it is closely monitoring banks yet to meet the recapitalisation target to ensure full compliance with the regulatory directive aimed at strengthening the nation’s financial system. Acting Director, Corporate Communications of the Bank, Mrs Hakama Ali, disclosed this during the CBN Special Day […] The post We’re monitoring remaining banks to ensure full recapitalisation compliance – CBN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago Communications minister to lead talk on AI at Nigeria Prize for Literature night

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani will lead a conversation on AI and Nigeria’s digital future read more Communications minister to lead talk on AI at Nigeria Prize for Literature night

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4 d. ago Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee to establish an endowment fund to ensure the sustainability of the newly re-commissioned National Arts Theatre, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Tinubu gave this directive in Lagos on Wednesday while speaking […] The post Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Tinubu directs CBN to create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee to establish an endowment fund to ensure the sustainability of the newly re-commissioned National Arts Theatre, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Tinubu gave this directive in Lagos on Wednesday, October 1, […] The post Tinubu directs CBN to create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria’s Current Account Surplus Rose To $5.28bn Q2 2025 — CBN

The gross external reserves also rose to $43.05 billion as of September 11, providing 8.28 months of import cover. The post Nigeria’s Current Account Surplus Rose To $5.28bn Q2 2025 — CBN appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Pencom proposes stronger stakeholders engagement with TUC, CBN, others

By Henry Uche Director – General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to strengthening stronger collaboration with the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) in advancing pension reforms and ensuring greater compliance with the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The DG equally disclosed that PenCom is working with […] The post Pencom proposes stronger stakeholders engagement with TUC, CBN, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Oluyinka Oginni: IMC Fellow redefining digital infrastructure, business systems for the global economy

Earning the status of Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) is no small feat. It is a distinction read more Oluyinka Oginni: IMC Fellow redefining digital infrastructure, business systems for the global economy

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1 week ago CBN: Bolstering economy with cheaper credit, cash discipline

By Chinwendu Obienyi Members of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) rose from their 302nd meeting last Tuesday with a unanimous vote to trim the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points to 27 per cent. The move, analysts note, reflects both confidence in recent economic gains and caution against […] The post CBN: Bolstering economy with cheaper credit, cash discipline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NiRA shapes Nigeria’s digital’s future, announces Tech Convergence 2.0

Tribune Online NiRA shapes Nigeria’s digital’s future, announces Tech Convergence 2.0 The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has announced the return of its flagship digital economy conference, Tech Convergence, for its second edition. Scheduled for  October 14, 2025, at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, the event promises to be a landmark gathering for Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. With the theme: “Building Nigeria’s Digital Future: The Internet […] NiRA shapes Nigeria’s digital’s future, announces Tech Convergence 2.0 Tribune Online

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1 week ago External Reserve Hits $43bn,14 Banks Meet New Capital Requirements – CBN

This is as the apex bank reduced the Monetary Policy Rate by 50 basis points from 27.5 per cent to 27 percent. The post External Reserve Hits $43bn,14 Banks Meet New Capital Requirements – CBN appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago From Help Desk to National Digital Resilience: How Nigerian IT Talent Strengthens Critical Infrastructure

Tribune Online From Help Desk to National Digital Resilience: How Nigerian IT Talent Strengthens Critical Infrastructure In today’s digital economy, the smooth running of a company can depend on something as unseen as server uptime or the invisible threads of secure networks. For Nigeria, where the stakes of building a resilient digital infrastructure are growing by the day, professionals who safeguard these systems are quietly shaping both national competitiveness and global […] From Help Desk to National Digital Resilience: How Nigerian IT Talent Strengthens Critical Infrastructure Tribune Online

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1 week ago Cheaper credit key to turning CBN’s rate cut into growth –NECA

The Director-General of the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, has hailed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) decision to cut the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points to 27 percent, describing it as a strategic step towards stimulating growth. The decision was taken at the 302nd meeting of the CBN’s Monetary […] The post Cheaper credit key to turning CBN’s rate cut into growth –NECA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Digital divide threatens Nigeria’s share of $15.7trn AI economy

…Experts call for investment in AI infrastructure, talent As the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) economy surges toward an estimated $15.7 read more Digital divide threatens Nigeria’s share of $15.7trn AI economy

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2 w. ago Banks must fully exit forbearance to resume dividends – Cardoso

…says CBN firm on single-digit inflation goal Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on Tuesday, reaffirmed read more Banks must fully exit forbearance to resume dividends – Cardoso

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2 w. ago [UPDATED] CBN Reduces Interest Rate By 50 Basis Points To 27%

Decision to lower the monetary policy rate was predicated on the sustained disinflation recorded in the past five months, projections of declining inflation for the rest of 2025, and the need to support economic inflation records. The post [UPDATED] CBN Reduces Interest Rate By 50 Basis Points To 27% appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago CBN governor warns against naira spraying, mutilation, hawking

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso has warned Nigerians, especially market women, against spraying, hawking and mutilating of the naira, the nation’s national currency. Governor Cardoso, who was represented by the Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, CBN, Mrs Hakama Sidi Ali, spoke at the Central Bank Fair, held in […] The post CBN governor warns against naira spraying, mutilation, hawking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC to lead discussion on digital economy

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria Export-Import (NEXIM) Bank, United Bank for Africa read more FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC to lead discussion on digital economy

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