24 m. 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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2 h. ago World Athletics Championships: Kipyegon Wins Historic Fourth World 1500m Gold

Faith Kipyegon stormed to a historic fourth world 1500m title as the Kenyan great extended her streak of dominance with a fifth consecutive global gold in the ongoing World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. The 31-year-old matched retired men’s world record holder Hicham El Guerrouj as the only other athlete in history to amass four 1500m […]

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3 h. ago Africa gets first manufacturers’ bank as Niteon targets $200bn export market

Africa’s long-neglected manufacturers may finally have a bank of their own. Niteon, the Nigerian-founded digital export marketplace, has unveiled Niteon read more Africa gets first manufacturers’ bank as Niteon targets $200bn export market

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4 h. ago Here are banks that have met capital rules ahead of 2026 deadline

With less than seven months to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 31 March 2026 recapitalisation deadline, several Nigerian lenders have read more Here are banks that have met capital rules ahead of 2026 deadline

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7 h. ago Afghan Gets Life In Prison For Jihadist Knife Murder In Germany

The 26-year-old, only partially named as Sulaiman A. and found to be an adherent of the Islamic State group, committed the knife attack in May 2024 in the western city of Mannheim. The post Afghan Gets Life In Prison For Jihadist Knife Murder In Germany appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago AIICO Insurance Unveils Recycling Project For Greener Future

AIICO Insurance Plc is stepping up its commitment to environmental responsibility with its ‘Recycling at AIICO Project,’ an initiative designed to reduce non-biodegradable waste, promote responsible consumption, and create a workplace culture that actively supports sustainability. Launched in the fourth quarter of 2024, the project reflects AIICO’s belief that corporate success extends beyond profits, encompassing […]

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9 h. ago Analysts Project Further Decline In Inflation Rate On Improved Food Supply

Nigeria’s inflation outlook is expected to improve in the coming months, buoyed by increased food supply from the ongoing harvest season and improved stability in the Nigerian foreign exchange market. Coronation Merchant Bank, in its latest Inflation Outlook for August, projected that headline inflation will ease to 21.45 per cent year-on-year in August from 21.88 […]

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13 h. ago Commercial paper borrowing soars to N1.58trn in 7 months as bank loans bite

By Chinwendu Obienyi Corporates in Nigeria are increasingly turning to the commercial paper (CP) market to fund operations, as elevated interest rates render traditional borrowing channels and long-term debt unsustainable, Daily Sun investigations can reveal. A commercial paper, traded in the capital market, is like an IOU. The company promises to pay back the money […] The post Commercial paper borrowing soars to N1.58trn in 7 months as bank loans bite appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago FIRS to Nigerians: You can open bank accounts without presenting tax ID

Tribune Online FIRS to Nigerians: You can open bank accounts without presenting tax ID “The misconception that Nigerians can not own or operate a bank account without a tax ID overlooks the integrated design of the new TIN system... FIRS to Nigerians: You can open bank accounts without presenting tax ID Tribune Online

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26 h. ago IMF, World Bank Influenced Nigeria’s Full Fuel Subsidy Removal – Falana

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has once again criticised President Bola Tinubu’s removal of the fuel subsidy, describing it as a move influenced by international financial institutions. Speaking in an interview on Sunday, on Sunday’s Politics, a programme on Channels Television, Falana argued that no country in the world has fully abolished subsidies. […] The post IMF, World Bank Influenced Nigeria’s Full Fuel Subsidy Removal – Falana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Transparency Network urges EFCC to release report on 2024 investigation of  Humanitarian Affairs Ministry

By Chinelo Obogo Transparency Network has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to release the report of its investigations into the allegations that rocked the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs in 2024 leading to the exit of Dr. Betta Edu and other senior officials of the government. The coordinator, Imman Onyi, said in a […] The post Transparency Network urges EFCC to release report on 2024 investigation of  Humanitarian Affairs Ministry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Amahoro Coalition, BOA target 200,000 jobs for Nigeria’s IDPs

The Amahoro Coalition, in partnership with the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), has launched an initiative aimed at creating 200,000 jobs read more Amahoro Coalition, BOA target 200,000 jobs for Nigeria’s IDPs

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27 h. ago FirstCentral Credit Bureau Announces Inaugural Global Credit Connect Event – “Excellent Service” and 20th Anniversary Celebration

Nigeria’s credit industry has grown significantly in recent years, reflecting stronger financial intermediation and reforms by the Central Bank of read more FirstCentral Credit Bureau Announces Inaugural Global Credit Connect Event – “Excellent Service” and 20th Anniversary Celebration

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30 h. ago ASHA Microfinance Bank Launches Lifecare Scheme, Champions Market Health at Ile

In a bid to bolster social protection for grassroots communities, ASHA Microfinance Bank (the Nigeria subsidiary of ASA International Group, read more ASHA Microfinance Bank Launches Lifecare Scheme, Champions Market Health at Ile -Epo

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32 h. ago Teams Set To Storm Lagos For Zenith Bank/NBBF Women’s Basketball League Finals

The 2025 edition of the Zenith Bank/Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) National Women’s Basketball League takes centre stage in Lagos this week, with the eight finalists expected to arrive on Monday. According to the schedule released by the NBBF, the competition will commence on Tuesday, with teams battling to emerge as champions this season. Four teams […]

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32 h. ago Falana: World Bank, IMF forced Nigeria to end petrol subsidy

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) states that the removal of petrol subsidy in Nigeria was imposed by the World Bank. read more Falana: World Bank, IMF forced Nigeria to end petrol subsidy

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34 h. ago Petrol subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy — Sanusi

Muhammad Sanusi II, Emir of Kano and former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), says the removal of read more Petrol subsidy removal saved Nigeria from bankruptcy — Sanusi

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35 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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37 h. ago Monetary Policy Committee Members Project Naira At N1,400/$ By Year End

Members of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) have projected a further strengthening of the naira. They expect the currency to appreciate to about N1400 to the dollar before the end of 2025, riding on improved oil production, steady capital inflows, and disciplined liquidity management. In their personal statements at the last […]

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38 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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