81 m. ago Girl Child Education, Naira Stability, Will Reduce Poverty – Emir Sanusi

The 16th Emir of Kano and former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said that improving girl child education and naira stability will reduce poverty. Nigeria has long faced problems of poverty, inflation, and economic uncertainty, although there has been some improvement recently, according to a BBC report. Despite […]

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1 hour ago Again, World Bank raises the alarm over rising poverty in Nigeria

• Says 139m Nigerians living in poverty • Reforms aimed at lifting citizens out of condition –Edun From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Despite recent economic reforms that have boosted government revenues, about 139 million Nigerians are still living in poverty, the World Bank has said. Country Director of the Bank in Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, disclosed this […] The post Again, World Bank raises the alarm over rising poverty in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago ‘Obasanjo Lied About Third Term, He Personally Told Me About It’, Says Orji Kalu

The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu, has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of “lying” about his alleged attempt to secure a third term in office during his presidency. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Wednesday night, Kalu described Obasanjo’s recent denial of the third-term agenda as a […]

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6 h. ago Federal Government Disburses ₦297bn To 15m Families, Targets More Jobs, Cheaper Food

The Federal Government has said that a total of ₦297 billion has been disbursed to about 15 million households across the country under its expanded Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme, as part of ongoing efforts to cushion the effects of economic hardship and promote inclusive growth. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and […]

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7 h. ago Bello trial: prosecution witness reveals N640m withdrawals in 2019

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Third Prosecution Witness, PW3, Abimbola Williams, in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, on Wednesday, October 8, narrated before Justice Maryanne Anineh of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Maitama, Abuja, how funds were diverted from the Kogi State government’s coffers through massive cash withdrawals. […] The post Bello trial: prosecution witness reveals N640m withdrawals in 2019 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago 139 Million Nigerians Living In Poverty Despite Reforms — World Bank

The World Bank also raised concerns over the nation's food inflation rate, increased allocations from the Federation Account allocation committee. The post 139 Million Nigerians Living In Poverty Despite Reforms — World Bank appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Court Hears Fresh Digital Evidence In Emefiele’s ₦233bn Fraud Trial

A Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja on Wednesday received new digital evidence in the continuing trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, who is accused of diverting ₦233 billion. During the resumed proceedings before Justice Rahman Oshodi, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) continued to present its case, […] The post Court Hears Fresh Digital Evidence In Emefiele’s ₦233bn Fraud Trial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago CBN Policies Yield Positive Results Amid Inflation Easing – Cardoso

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has assured Nigerians of its continued commitment to achieving price and monetary stability in the country. The bank’s Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, made the statement on Tuesday, during the “Driving Alternative Payment Channels as Tools for Financial Inclusion, Growth and Accelerated Economic Development” fair in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Speaking at […] The post CBN Policies Yield Positive Results Amid Inflation Easing – Cardoso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Yahaya Bello: EFCC witness says no banking regulation was breached

Tribune Online Yahaya Bello: EFCC witness says no banking regulation was breached She claimed to have been with the bank for 19 years, adding that she understood the duties of a cashier, which included paying cash and receiving cash. Yahaya Bello: EFCC witness says no banking regulation was breached Tribune Online

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9 h. ago NUPENG president denies using court, police to settle union matter

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The trial of 22 former leaders of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch of NUPENG resumed in Abuja where the National President of the Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, Williams Akporeha, said the union was not using the police and court to settle scores. The defendants, including a one-time […] The post NUPENG president denies using court, police to settle union matter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago POS transactions: Nigerians weigh in following FG’s restrictions

By Esther Bassey   The Federal Government’s new rules limiting Point-of-Sale (POS) transactions have continued to stir mixed reactions among Nigerians. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently pegged the daily limit for POS operators at ₦1.2 million and ₦100,000 for individuals, explaining that the move is aimed at curbing fraud, money laundering, and other […] The post POS transactions: Nigerians weigh in following FG’s restrictions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago No Regulation Breached In Bank Transactions With Yahaya Bello

The witness said there was no withdrawal that went beyond ₦10 million in all the transactions presented before the court. The post No Regulation Breached In Bank Transactions With Yahaya Bello-Led Kogi Govt — Witness appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago 139m Nigerians still living in poverty despite Tinubu’s reforms – World bank

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja   Despite recent economic reforms that have boosted government revenues, about 139 million Nigerians are still living in poverty, the World Bank has said. Country Director of the World Bank for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, disclosed this at the launch of the Nigeria Development Update (NDU) in Abuja on Wednesday. Verghis said […] The post 139m Nigerians still living in poverty despite Tinubu’s reforms – World bank appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nigeria’s Economy Grows By 3.9% In H1 As World Bank Projects 4.4% Growth

Nigeria’s economy recorded a 3.9 per cent growth in the first half of 2025, reflecting the positive impact of ongoing fiscal and monetary reforms, according to the Nigeria Development Update (NDU) released on Wednesday by the World Bank. The multilateral institution, however, cautioned that the gains from the reforms of the Tinubu administration were yet […]

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15 h. ago FirstBank To Bridge Financial Gaps, Leverage Digital Solutions — MD

The Managing Director of FirstBank Group, Mr Olusegun Alebiosu, has said that the bank was committed to bridging financing gaps and leveraging digital solutions to tackle business challenges across key sectors of the economy. Alebiosu stated this at a breakfast session during the ongoing 31st Nigeria Economic Summit, themed “Expanding Access to Finance and Driving […]

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16 h. ago 139m Nigerians still living in poverty despite reforms – World bank

The World Bank Group has announced that despite the reforms of the federal government, which has yielded more revenues for read more 139m Nigerians still living in poverty despite reforms – World bank

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16 h. ago World Bank sees poverty rising as 10m more Nigerians slip into poverty in 2025

More Nigerians have fallen into poverty as economic stabilisation and growth momentum have yet to improve the livelihoods of citizens read more World Bank sees poverty rising as 10m more Nigerians slip into poverty in 2025

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17 h. ago CBN’s Takeover Of Fixed Income Market Oversight To Boost Market Transparency, Credibility — Analysts

Financial market analysts have said the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s decision to assume control of the Nigerian Fixed Income Market from November 2025 is a bold step towards reinforcing transparency, restoring regulatory clarity, and improving the effectiveness of monetary policy transmission. In a circular signed by the acting director of the Financial Markets Department, […]

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18 h. ago Strengthened Banking Sector, Inclusive Policies Make $1trn Economy Realisable, Says Central Bank

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has assured a positive outlook for the country’s economy with the ongoing monetary reforms under his watch in the past two years on the saddle. Cardoso, who gave the indication on Tuesday at the opening of the CBN Fair, at Ibom Hall, IBB Way, Uyo, explained […]

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18 h. ago CBN insists on implementing monetary policies for stable economy

From Isaac Job, Uyo Central Bank of Nigeria has said that its commitment to implementation of monetary policies and reforms introduced by President Tinubu will bring price and monetary stability needed to grow the economy. Hardship associated with rising inflation and unstable monetary policies have confronted the nation for a long time. Speaking in Uyo, […] The post CBN insists on implementing monetary policies for stable economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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