9 h. ago Perspectives on CBN’s plan to take full control of fixed income market

By Rasak Adeboye The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that from November 3rd, settlement of fixed income securities read more Perspectives on CBN’s plan to take full control of fixed income market

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24 h. ago How CBN’s easing aligns with global monetary trends — Experts

Tribune Online How CBN’s easing aligns with global monetary trends — Experts The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has cut its benchmark interest rate, the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), to 27 percent... How CBN’s easing aligns with global monetary trends — Experts Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Economic reforms have restored investor confidence, stabilised Naira — CBN

Tribune Online Economic reforms have restored investor confidence, stabilised Naira — CBN The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said that its sweeping monetary and foreign exchange reforms over the past Economic reforms have restored investor confidence, stabilised Naira — CBN Tribune Online

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32 h. ago EiE expands #myLGA project to Osun to deepen grassroots civic engagement

Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), a network dedicated to promoting good governance and public accountability, has announced the expansion of read more EiE expands #myLGA project to Osun to deepen grassroots civic engagement

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38 h. ago NDIC Warns Against Ponzi Schemes, Urges Vigilance In Financial Transactions

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has cautioned Nigerians to be wary of Ponzi schemes and fraudulent investment platforms, stressing that only funds kept with licensed banks under the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regulation are insured. The managing director/chief executive of the NDIC, Thompson Oludare Sunday, gave the warning on Thursday during the corporation’s […]

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39 h. ago CBN to take control of fixed income trading and settlement platform by December

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says it will assume direct oversight of the country’s fixed income trading and settlement read more CBN to take control of fixed income trading and settlement platform by December

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40 h. ago ‘Development Bank’s Inclusive MSME Financing Model Bridges Credit Gaps’

The Development Bank of Nigeria Plc (DBN) has established an inclusive financing model that effectively bridges credit gaps and empowers women and youth within the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, according to financial consultant Adegboyega Bashir. Bashir emphasised that DBN’s unique approach has played a vital role in supporting MSME growth across the […]

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40 h. ago Polaris Bank, Fund Expand Tree Planting Drive To Lagos, Ogun, Kaduna

Polaris Bank, in partnership with the Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF), has extended its nationwide tree planting campaign to three key locations: The Lekki Conservation Centre in Lagos State, the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State and Sardauna College, Kaduna, Kaduna State. The initiative, launched in 2024 during the Bank’s World Environment Day commemoration, […]

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42 h. ago Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee to establish an endowment fund to ensure the sustainability of the newly re-commissioned National Arts Theatre, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Tinubu gave this directive in Lagos on Wednesday while speaking […] The post Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago AFRIMA hails Tinubu, CBN, bankers’ committee over National Theatre revamp

Tribune Online AFRIMA hails Tinubu, CBN, bankers’ committee over National Theatre revamp The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and the Bankers’ Committee for their role in revamping and reopening the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos. AFRIMA described the restoration of the 1976 landmark as a major step […] AFRIMA hails Tinubu, CBN, bankers’ committee over National Theatre revamp Tribune Online

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61 h. ago Wema Bank Set To Celebrate Nigeria’s Most Impactful Educators

Ahead of the International Teacher’s Day celebration on October 5, 2025, Wema Bank has announced the launch of the #WemaAt80TeachersDay Challenge, an initiative designed to reward and celebrate teachers whose impact has shaped generations of students. This year’s challenge invites students and graduates across Nigeria to post an 80-second video on any social media platform […]

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2 d. ago Nigeria’s current account surplus rises to $5.28bn as reserves hit six

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria’s current account surplus jumped to $5.28 billion in the second quarter of 2025, up from $2.85 billion recorded in the first quarter, reflecting stronger external resilience and improved foreign exchange inflows. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) disclosed this on Tuesday in a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document published on […] The post Nigeria’s current account surplus rises to $5.28bn as reserves hit six-year high appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Tinubu directs CBN to create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre

By Chukwuma Umeorah President Bola Tinubu has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Bankers’ Committee to establish an endowment fund to ensure the sustainability of the newly re-commissioned National Arts Theatre, now renamed the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. Tinubu gave this directive in Lagos on Wednesday, October 1, […] The post Tinubu directs CBN to create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Alternative Bank donates waste bins to Wuse market to combat Nigeria’s 32 million tonnes of solid waste

The Alternative Bank, in partnership with the Sterling Sustainability Working Group, has donated plastic waste bins to Wuse Market, Abuja, read more Alternative Bank donates waste bins to Wuse market to combat Nigeria’s 32 million tonnes of solid waste

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3 d. ago 42% Of Nigeria’s Informal Sector Lacks Enough Savings To Survive – Report

A new study by Moniepoint Microfinance Bank has revealed that 42 per cent of Nigeria’s informal sector operators do not have enough savings to survive beyond one month without income, highlighting the fragile financial state of millions of small businesses across the country. The findings form part of the second edition of Nigeria’s Informal Economy […]

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4 d. ago Nigeria, EU Bank roll out €175m climate project in 23 states

Nigeria has launched a €175 million climate adaptation initiative, backed by the European Investment Bank (EIB), to combat the country’s read more Nigeria, EU Bank roll out €175m climate project in 23 states

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4 d. ago Nigeria secures €175m from EIB to address food insecurity, soil degradation

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja In a bid to circumvent the erosion threat and address soil degradation, food insecurity, and land remediation, Nigeria has secured €175 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB). Speaking during the launch of the European Investment Bank-Assisted Nigeria Climate Adaptation–Erosion and Watershed Project (NEWMAP-EIB) today in Abuja, Minister of Environment and […] The post Nigeria secures €175m from EIB to address food insecurity, soil degradation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago CBN, OAGF Deny Release Of Withheld Osun LG Funds To APC Members

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) ànd the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) have denied reports of the release of the witheld Osun State Local Government financial allocations to the chairmen and councillors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2022. The two agencies of government told […]

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5 d. ago CBN, OAGF deny releasing withheld Osun LG funds to APC chairmen, councillors

Tribune Online CBN, OAGF deny releasing withheld Osun LG funds to APC chairmen, councillors The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) on Monday at the Federal High Court in Abuja denied the release of the Osun State Local Government withheld financial allocations... CBN, OAGF deny releasing withheld Osun LG funds to APC chairmen, councillors Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Nigeria faces reduced number of banks as mergers, acquisition pressure intensify

Tribune Online Nigeria faces reduced number of banks as mergers, acquisition pressure intensify Nigeria’s banking sector is on the cusp of another consolidation wave as Tier-2 and smaller banks face mounting pressure to merge or be acquired ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) March 2026 recapitalisation deadline. With new minimum capital requirements of N500 billion for international banks, N200 billion for national banks, and N50 billion […] Nigeria faces reduced number of banks as mergers, acquisition pressure intensify Tribune Online

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