2 h. ago We are totally committed to strengthening Nigeria’s financial system, says CBN

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is committed to strengthening productivity, promoting financial inclusivity and delivering on its core mandate of monetary and price stability. Speaking at the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Fair in Kano on Tuesday, Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, Central Bank of Nigeria, Hakama Sidi Ali explained that […] The post We are totally committed to strengthening Nigeria’s financial system, says CBN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Nigeria’s digital economy poised for growth, Shettima highlights strategic role of VISA

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has emphasized Nigeria’s readiness for increased investment and cross-sector collaboration, underscoring the Bola Tinubu administration’s commitment to economic transformation through bold reforms initiated since 2023. According to a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President speaking on Monday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, […] The post Nigeria’s digital economy poised for growth, Shettima highlights strategic role of VISA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Race to recapitalisation: 6 listed banks meet CBN’s requirement

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Six deposit money banks out of the 13 listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), have so far met the stringent new capital thresholds set by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). They include Access Bank, Zenith Bank, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), Wema Bank, Jaiz Bank, and Stanbic IBTC. The capital recapitalisation […] The post Race to recapitalisation: 6 listed banks meet CBN’s requirement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago N600bn VAT from foreign digital service providers rivals CIT, strengthens Nigeria’s Non

Tribune Online N600bn VAT from foreign digital service providers rivals CIT, strengthens Nigeria’s Non-Oil Revenue Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced a major breakthrough in tax administration, reporting that it collected more than N600 billion in Value Added Tax (VAT) from foreign digital service providers such as Facebook, Amazon, and Netflix. The milestone underscores the growing importance of digital taxation in Africa’s largest economy and signals the government’s […] N600bn VAT from foreign digital service providers rivals CIT, strengthens Nigeria’s Non-Oil Revenue Tribune Online

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41 h. ago Digital economy: FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC set for 2025 FICAN conference

Tribune Online Digital economy: FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC set for 2025 FICAN conference THE 2025 Conference of the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) has received strong backing from key financial institutions and regulators, underscoring its significance as a platform for shaping discourse on Nigeria’s digital economy. Among the supporters of the annual event are the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria […] Digital economy: FIRS, CBN, NEXIM, UBA, NDIC set for 2025 FICAN conference Tribune Online

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63 h. ago Fiscal, Financial Regulators Meet On Nigeria’s Digital Economy

The Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria (FICAN) has announced that top regulators and bankers will headline its 2025 Annual Conference, with discussions focused on boosting Nigeria’s digital economy. The event, now in its 35th edition, with the theme: “Bracing for the Digital Economy in Nigeria: Taxation, Banking and Finance”, will have the executive chairman of […]

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4 d. ago NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards

By Chinenye Anuforo The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced a public review of two key policy frameworks designed to advance Nigeria’s digital economy: the Draft Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Live Events and the Draft Technical Standard for the Nigerian Data Exchange (NGDX). The review session will be held on Thursday, September 18, […] The post NITDA opens review of digital infrastructure, data exchange standards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago CBN launches PSV 2028 to power inclusive, innovative payments future

By Chiwendu Obienyi and Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028), a bold blueprint designed to transform the country’s financial ecosystem into a more inclusive, innovative, and globally competitive payments landscape. The new strategy was launched at the inaugural meeting of the PSV […] The post CBN launches PSV 2028 to power inclusive, innovative payments future appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to grow the country’s diaspora reserve to one billion dollars by 2026, building on current inflows of about 600 million dollars. Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the CBN, disclosed this on Tuesday at the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of […] The post CBN targets $1bn diaspora reserve by 2026, hails banks’ role appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago From hostels to markets: The role of social media in growing student and small businesses

Tribune Online From hostels to markets: The role of social media in growing student and small businesses By Afolabi Abisola Favour IN today’s digital economy, social media has become more than just a space for entertainment, it is now a vital tool for business growth in Nigeria. According to Statista (2024), spending on digital advertising in Nigeria stood at $169 million, with social media ads accounting for more than 40 percent of […] From hostels to markets: The role of social media in growing student and small businesses Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Presidency Sacks VP Shettima’s Aide On Digital, Creative Economy

The Presidency has announced the disengagement of Fegho John Umunubo, who until now served as Special Assistant to the President on Digital and Creative Economy in the Office of the Vice President. In a statement issued on Monday, September 8, 2025, by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the State House, Abiodun Oladunjoye, […]

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1 week ago Why Nigerians Are Not Feeling The Impact Of FG, CBN Reform Policies — Analyst

He also spoke to other economic challenges, such as the national budget, and those bedevilling the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. The post Why Nigerians Are Not Feeling The Impact Of FG, CBN Reform Policies — Analyst appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago [VIDEO] Why Nigerians Are Not Feeling The Impact Of FG, CBN Reform Policies — Analyst

He also spoke to other economic challenges, such as the national budget, and those bedevilling the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. The post [VIDEO] Why Nigerians Are Not Feeling The Impact Of FG, CBN Reform Policies — Analyst appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago NFF Partners With Vivacity Group On Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Youth Employment

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has agreed to partner with the non-governmental organisation Vivacity Group on its Future of Work Initiative (NigeriaWorks 2030), aimed at driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth employment across various sectors, including the services and care economy, agriculture and agribusiness, creative and cultural industries, and the technology and digital economy. Speaking during […]

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1 week ago GITEX Nigeria: FG projects ICT contribution to hit 21% by 2027

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has projected that Nigeria’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector will contribute up to 21 per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2027, consolidating its position as one of the fastest-growing drivers of the national economy. Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, disclosed […] The post GITEX Nigeria: FG projects ICT contribution to hit 21% by 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria needs resilient digital infrastructure beyond catching up – Tijani

Nigeria’s minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has said the country must build a resilient global digital system read more Nigeria needs resilient digital infrastructure beyond catching up – Tijani

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1 week ago NCC advances cybersecurity framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecoms infrastructure

Tribune Online NCC advances cybersecurity framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecoms infrastructure The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is firming up a cybersecurity framework for securing digital infrastructure and enhancing online safety for consumers in the Nigerian communications industry. The framework, with likely implementation timeline by telecoms licensees set for 2026, will address security challenges arising from the emerging technologies towards creating a more secure digital economy in […] NCC advances cybersecurity framework to safeguard Nigeria’s telecoms infrastructure Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Reforms: FG Hails CBN, Diasporans For $600m Monthly Remittances

Diaspora remittance inflows tripled to $600 million monthly over the past two months, according to statistics from the Central Bank of Nigeria. The post Reforms: FG Hails CBN, Diasporans For $600m Monthly Remittances appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago “We’re building a home for Africa’s innovators to power the digital economy” — Itana’s CCMO

Iyin Aboyeji, managing partner at Future Africa and a serial tech entrepreneur, once faced a recurring challenge in his previous read more “We’re building a home for Africa’s innovators to power the digital economy” — Itana’s CCMO

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2 w. ago Bosun Tijani, Pope Leo XIV, Strive Masiyiwa make 2025 TIME100 AI List

By John Ogunsemore Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has been named on the 2025 TIME100 AI list, alongside global figures like Pope Leo XIV and Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa. The prestigious list, unveiled by TIME Magazine on August 28, recognises 100 individuals shaping the future of artificial intelligence across […] The post Bosun Tijani, Pope Leo XIV, Strive Masiyiwa make 2025 TIME100 AI List appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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