61 m. ago Gombe Rolls Out Emergency Medical Services, Ambulance Scheme To Strengthen Health Response

The Gombe State Government has launched the State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance Scheme, SEMSAS, to provide residents with 48 hours of free medical treatment for all emergency cases. The scheme, officially inaugurated in Gombe by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Habu Dahiru, is designed to strengthen emergency healthcare delivery and ensure that no resident […]

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67 m. 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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2 h. ago EFCC, Customs strengthen collaboration to combat money laundering, smuggling

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in the fight against money laundering, smuggling, and other economic crimes threatening Nigeria’s development. This resolution was reached on Monday, October 6, 2025, when the newly appointed Customs Area Controller of […] The post EFCC, Customs strengthen collaboration to combat money laundering, smuggling appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Kano State Government targets N15billion monthly IGR in 2026

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Kano State Government has set a target of N15 billion monthly internal generated revenue in 2026. Mohd Abba Aliyu, Executive Director, Compliance and Enforcement, Kano State Internal Service (KIRS) disclosed this at a stakeholders workshop organised by the Service in partnership with an NGO, Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement( […] The post Kano State Government targets N15billion monthly IGR in 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 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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2 h. ago Promote Transparency To Drive $1trn Economy Target , Tinubu Urges Accountants

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged accountants across the country to play a leading role in promoting transparency, accountability, and sustainable financial management practices as Nigeria pursues its ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy by 2030. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the 55th Annual Accountants Conference of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of […]

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3 h. ago Visa seeks to redefine Nigeria’s financial, lifestyle sectors with new program — Uaboi

Andrew Uaboi, vice president & cluster head, Visa West Africa in this interview with BusinessDay’s Wasiu Alli shares how Visa’s read more Visa seeks to redefine Nigeria’s financial, lifestyle sectors with new program — Uaboi

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6 h. ago CBN bars debtors, blacklisted BVNs from operating as POS agents 

Tribune Online CBN bars debtors, blacklisted BVNs from operating as POS agents  THE Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued new restrictions on who can qualify to operate as Point of Sale (PoS) agents under its revised Guidelines for the Operations of Agent Banking in Nigeria, effectively barring individuals with unresolved debts, watch-listed Bank Verification Numbers (BVNs), or a history of financial misconduct from participating in the […] CBN bars debtors, blacklisted BVNs from operating as POS agents  Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Why Ponzi schemes can get you a 10 years jail term, N20 million fine 

Tribune Online Why Ponzi schemes can get you a 10 years jail term, N20 million fine  The enactment of the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 is not just an avenue to sanitise the financial sector but it may also be the beginning of sanity in the ever growing ponzi scheme circle in Nigeria. ADEOLA OJO reports that this may actually be the end of the road for ponzi schemes if […] Why Ponzi schemes can get you a 10 years jail term, N20 million fine  Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Super Agents Get N20m Fine For Ownership Changes Without Approval – Central Bank

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has imposed a N20 million fine on any super agent, financial institution, or entity that alters its ownership structure without securing prior approval from the apex bank. This sanction, contained in the Guidelines for the Operations of Agent Banking in Nigeria issued in October 2025, is part of measures […]

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9 h. ago Drug Offences: NYSC Uniform Won’t Save You From Arrest, Corps Members Warned

Bayelsa State coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Mrs Okpalifo Charity, has warned corps members against involvement in illicit drug trade and abuse, saying the scheme’s uniform is not a guarantee against arrest and prosecution. Speaking during the 2025 Batch B, Stream 2 participants rally against drug abuse at the permanent Orientation Camp […]

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12 h. ago 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu?

From: Ismail Omipidan, Abuja When Professor Mahmud Yakubu was named the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in October 2015, he pledged to reform the commission and introduce necessary changes that would help strengthen the country’s electoral process. In demonstrating his commitment, he consistently urged legislators to make timely interventions ahead of each […] The post 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Parthian Pensions pushes financial literacy, targets 80m informal workers

By Henry Uche Parthian Pensions Limited has called for a nationwide push on financial literacy to boost the adoption of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and expand coverage in Nigeria’s vast informal sector. Speaking at the 10th National Conference and Anniversary of the Nigerian Association of Insurance and Pension Editors (NAIPE) in Lagos recently, the […] The post Parthian Pensions pushes financial literacy, targets 80m informal workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago FirstBank urges collective action to expand financial access, spur innovation

Tribune Online FirstBank urges collective action to expand financial access, spur innovation Alebiosu stressed that collaboration among policymakers, industry players, and technology partners was vital to achieving lasting impact. FirstBank urges collective action to expand financial access, spur innovation Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Oba Ladoja’s enthronement, product of commitment, service, integrity — Oke

Tribune Online Oba Ladoja’s enthronement, product of commitment, service, integrity — Oke-ogun elders expresses hope his reign will strengthen Oke-ogun/Ibadan relationship Oke-ogun Council of Elders (OCE) has expressed the hope that the tenure of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja Arusa 1 as Olubadan of Ibadanland will strengthen and enhance the relationship between the foremost Yoruba city and Oke-ogun. The feeling was contained in a statement congratulating […] Oba Ladoja’s enthronement, product of commitment, service, integrity — Oke-ogun elders Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Tinubu Seeks Reps. Approval For $2.8bn External Loans To Fund 2025 Budget, Infrastructure

President Bola Tinubu has requested the approval of the House of Representatives to secure over $2.84 billion in external loans to finance the 2025 budget deficit, refinance maturing Eurobonds, and fund critical infrastructure projects. According to Nigerian Tribune, the president’s appeal was contained in a letter titled “Request for the Resolution of the National Assembly […] The post Tinubu Seeks Reps. Approval For $2.8bn External Loans To Fund 2025 Budget, Infrastructure appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Emefiele Trial: EFCC, Defence Disagree Over Forensic Examination Of Evidence

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the legal team of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, on Tuesday, sought the intervention of a Lagos State Special Offences Court over disagreement on the conduct of forensic examination of some of the evidence tendered before the court. The trial judge, Justice Rahman […]

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18 h. ago Olajide: A financial manager’s strategic thinking that transformed Lipton Nigeria

Ensuring financial leadership in uncertain times is a major role of finance managers that cannot be ignored. If not for read more Olajide: A financial manager’s strategic thinking that transformed Lipton Nigeria

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19 h. ago Nigeria, Qatar strengthen partnership against drug trafficking

Tribune Online Nigeria, Qatar strengthen partnership against drug trafficking He noted that the partnership between the two countries has improved greatly and, of recent, increased the number of travels... Nigeria, Qatar strengthen partnership against drug trafficking Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Tinubu Withholds Assent To Two Bills, Citing Fiscal And Legal Irregularities

President Tinubu said several provisions were flawed and posed risks to financial discipline and good governance. The post Tinubu Withholds Assent To Two Bills, Citing Fiscal And Legal Irregularities appeared first on Channels Television.

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