29 h. ago CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued an urgent call for the cancellation of illegitimate debts, sweeping reforms of global financial institutions, and increased legislative engagement in Nigeria’s development financing.    CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafsanjani, made the call at the Financing for Development Conference, in Sevilla […] The post CISLAC urges debt cancellation, global financial reform, stronger legislative oversight at Sevilla confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Afreximbank shareholders appoint George Elombi as new president

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The shareholders of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have appointed Dr. George Elombi as the next President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the continental financial institution. He becomes the fourth president to lead the bank since its establishment in 1993. In a statement, his appointment was one of […] The post Afreximbank shareholders appoint George Elombi as new president appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FITC ESG Conference To Advance Africa’s Transformative Solutions

The Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC) has announced its inaugural edition of the FITC Sustainability ESG Conference, which is set to take place in Lagos. According to the organisers, the event represents a pivotal step in Nigeria and Africa’s broader journey toward embedding Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) frameworks into institutional, national and regional development […]

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1 week ago Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability

Tribune Online Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said his administration’s bold economic reforms are delivering strong growth, price stability, and a more stable exchange rate—a trajectory recognised by both international financial institutions and industry stakeholders, writes JOSEPH INOKOTONG. In commemoration of the 2025 Democracy Day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu used his address to the National Assembly to highlight […] Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability Tribune Online

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1 week ago FITC’s inaugural sustainability ESG conference to equip institutions

The Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC) has said the inaugural edition of the FITC Sustainability ESG Conference will offer a timely intervention to equip institutions with the knowledge, tools, and networks required to thrive in this new era. The sustainability Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) conference, which will hold on Thursday, at The Art Hotel, […] The post FITC’s inaugural sustainability ESG conference to equip institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger govt secures agreement with Russia’s largest financial institution

Tribune Online Niger govt secures agreement with Russia’s largest financial institution The deal was sealed during the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum held in Russia where Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago signed on... Niger govt secures agreement with Russia’s largest financial institution Tribune Online

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2 w. ago AML/CFT regimes: CBN tightens compliance obligations of financial institutions

On April 17, 2025, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), through a letter referenced CMD/DIR/PUB/LTI/001/001, reminded all banks, payment service read more AML/CFT regimes: CBN tightens compliance obligations of financial institutions

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2 w. ago Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

Jim Ovia, the chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, has sold shares worth N67.2 million in the financial institution. The transaction, read more Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

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3 w. ago Sterling Bank Launches N2bn Private University Scholarships For Nigerian Youth

Nigeria’s most forward-looking financial institution, Sterling Bank, has announced an over ₦2bn commitment for fully-funded private university scholarships for young Nigerians. Unveiled on Democracy Day, the initiative titled Beyond Education, represents a decisive step towards building the country’s future leaders by dismantling the barriers that keep millions of Nigerians from accessing quality, future-focused learning. ‘‘This […]

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3 w. ago “I’m Single Mother, Hustling Night And Day” — Tiwa Savage To Fans Flooding Her DMs For Assistance

Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has addressed individuals who frequently reach out to her for financial assistance. In a video shared via her Instagram story on Wednesday, a background voice was heard listing several commercial banks in Nigeria, subtly suggesting that those in need should direct their financial requests to those institutions—not her. The clip […] The post “I’m Single Mother, Hustling Night And Day” — Tiwa Savage To Fans Flooding Her DMs For Assistance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NDIC begins payment of liquidation dividends to Premier Commercial Bank creditors after 25 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Two and a half decades after Premier Commercial Bank was shut down, the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has officially commenced payment of liquidation dividends to the bank’s verified creditors. Premier Commercial Bank, once a functioning financial institution, had its operating license revoked by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in […] The post NDIC begins payment of liquidation dividends to Premier Commercial Bank creditors after 25 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago OPay Deepens CSR Footprint With Scholarship Expansion To Benue State University

In line with its commitment to education and youth empowerment, Nigeria’s leading financial institution, OPay, has announced the expansion of its ₦1.2 billion scholarship programme to Benue State University, The move marks Benue State University as the seventh beneficiary of the company’s ambitious 10-year initiative aimed at alleviating the financial burdens of students across the […]

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last month Firm Provides N100,000 Grant Scholarship To Outstanding UNILAG Students

Sage Grey Finance Limited, a licensed financial institution has awarded scholarships to five outstanding students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) as part of the inaugural edition of its Undergraduate Scholarship Programme. The award ceremony which took place at the university’s main campus reflects the company’s deep commitment to human capital development and the use […]

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