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  1. Nigerians Demand CBN Governor Cardoso's Resignation for Claiming His Job is the 2nd Most Difficult in the World

    Nigeria Nigerians Demand CBN Governor Cardoso's Resignation for Claiming His Job is the 2nd Most Difficult in the World

    Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso asserted that his role is the second most challenging on the planet. Addressing the 2024 First Plenary Assembly of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, Cardoso highlighted the positive outcomes of the Federal Government's reform...
  2. CBN's Currency Policy Update Sparks Controversy: Nigerians React to Shift from Dollar to Naira in International Transfers

    Nigeria CBN's Currency Policy Update Sparks Controversy: Nigerians React to Shift from Dollar to Naira in International Transfers

    Nigerians are experiencing a financial paradigm shift as banks roll out the full implementation of the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) revised guidelines on international money transfers. The new guidelines, issued on January 31, 2024, bring an end to the era of receiving dollars from family...
  3. Nigeria's $40 Billion Drain: CBN Governor Links Naira Woes to Surge in Foreign Education and Healthcare Expenses

    Nigeria Nigeria's $40 Billion Drain: CBN Governor Links Naira Woes to Surge in Foreign Education and Healthcare Expenses

    Nigeria's economic landscape faces a significant challenge as Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Oluyemi Cardoso revealed that Nigerians spent over $40 billion on foreign education and healthcare services between 2010 and 2020. The revelation came during a session with the House of...
  4. Nigerians Slam CBN Governor for Blaming Students Abroad for Naira's Exchange Rate Woes

    Nigeria Nigerians Slam CBN Governor for Blaming Students Abroad for Naira's Exchange Rate Woes

    The Central Bank of Nigeria's Governor, Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, addresses the House of Representatives, linking the depreciation of the naira against the dollar to the increasing number of Nigerians pursuing education and medical treatments overseas. The governor outlines plans to tackle the high...
  5. Nigerians Doubt Wale Edun's Claim of an Improving Economy At Lawmakers Meeting

    Nigeria Nigerians Doubt Wale Edun's Claim of an Improving Economy At Lawmakers Meeting

    In a candid and interactive session before the House of Representatives, Wale Edun, Nigeria's Finance Minister and Coordinator for the Economy, delivered a robust statement asserting that the country's economy is now in a significantly improved state compared to its condition when President Bola...
  6. CBN's Governor Cardoso Set to Lead First MPC Meeting in February

    Nigeria CBN's Governor Cardoso Set to Lead First MPC Meeting in February

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will convene for its first meeting under the leadership of Governor Olayemi Cardoso on February 26 and 27, 2024. The revelation follows a strategic two-day session to prepare members for the upcoming...
  7. Nigeria's Central Bank Approves February Launch of cNGN 'Stablecoin' for Digital Economy Boost

    Nigeria Nigeria's Central Bank Approves February Launch of cNGN 'Stablecoin' for Digital Economy Boost

    A groundbreaking move is set to reshape Nigeria's financial landscape as the Africa Stablecoin Consortium (ASC) announces the launch of the compliant Nigeria Naira (cNGN) stablecoin on February 27, 2024. Fueled by the recently released Regulatory Sandbox by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the...
  8. Nigeria's Forex Woes: A Deep Dive into the Causes, Impacts, and Elusive Solutions

    Nigeria Nigeria's Forex Woes: A Deep Dive into the Causes, Impacts, and Elusive Solutions

    Amid assurances from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that Nigeria is open for business, a persistent forex crisis continues to cast a shadow on the country's financial stability and international reputation. Despite claims that barriers to investment have been dismantled, the ongoing struggle with...
  9. Supreme Court: Old and New Naira Notes to Coexist Indefinitely

    Nigeria Supreme Court: Old and New Naira Notes to Coexist Indefinitely

    The Supreme Court ordered the continued coexistence of both old and new Naira notes—specifically the N200, N500, and N1000 denominations—until further notice. The apex court's seven-man panel, led by Justice Inyang Okoro, issued the ruling in response to a Federal Government application seeking...
  10. CBN Governor Emefiele's N1.6bn Fraud Case Delayed Until January 2024

    Nigeria CBN Governor Emefiele's N1.6bn Fraud Case Delayed Until January 2024

    The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of ex-Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, on charges of alleged N1.6bn procurement fraud. The court scheduled the continuation of the trial for January 18 and 19, 2024. Emefiele faces a six-count...
  11. CBN Initiates Overhaul of Fintech Licensing Framework in Response to Evolving Landscape

    Nigeria CBN Initiates Overhaul of Fintech Licensing Framework in Response to Evolving Landscape

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced its intention to conduct a comprehensive review of its licensing framework for payment services. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, highlighted concerns about recent developments in the payment services sector, emphasizing the need for a regulatory and...
  12. How Forex Restrictions on 43 Items Cost Nigeria a Staggering $1.4 Billion -CBN Governor

    Nigeria How Forex Restrictions on 43 Items Cost Nigeria a Staggering $1.4 Billion -CBN Governor

    Nigeria's Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, disclosed a staggering $1.4 billion revenue drop between 2015 and 2019 due to forex restrictions on 43 key items. The revelation, made during a keynote address at the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, highlighted a 51.0% increase in...
  13. CBN Governor Announces Capital Boost for Banks Amidst President Tinubu's $1tn Economy Ambition

    Nigeria CBN Governor Announces Capital Boost for Banks Amidst President Tinubu's $1tn Economy Ambition

    In a significant address at the 58th Annual Dinner of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, CBN Governor Dr. Olayemi Cardoso revealed plans to direct Deposit Money Banks to bolster their capital base. The move is a response to President Bola Tinubu's ambitious projection of a $1tn...
  14. CBN Postpones MPC Meeting for Second Consecutive Month

    Nigeria CBN Postpones MPC Meeting for Second Consecutive Month

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has once again deferred the meeting of its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), despite the country grappling with a significant surge in inflation. A Bloomberg report on Monday quoted Dr. Isa Abdulmumin, the CBN's Director of Corporate Communications, confirming...
  15. CBN Refutes Rumors of Naira Redenomination, Citing Misleading Narratives and Speculation

    Nigeria CBN Refutes Rumors of Naira Redenomination, Citing Misleading Narratives and Speculation

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a statement to dispel rumors of plans to redenominate the country's legal tender. The CBN's Director of Corporate Communications, Isa AbdulMumin, clarified the bank's position amid growing speculation about a potential redenomination policy. The...
  16. Reps Summon CBN Governor for Clarification on Forex Policy Changes Affecting 43 Items

    Nigeria Reps Summon CBN Governor for Clarification on Forex Policy Changes Affecting 43 Items

    The House of Representatives is set to invite Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso to clarify the recent policy changes that lifted the forex restriction on 43 items. This decision comes in response to a motion of urgent public importance raised by member Sada Soli, who...
  17. Nigerian Government in Advanced Talks with World Bank for $1.5 Billion Budget Support Loan

    Nigeria Nigerian Government in Advanced Talks with World Bank for $1.5 Billion Budget Support Loan

    The federal government of Nigeria is on the brink of securing a substantial budget support facility amounting to $1.5 billion from the World Bank, announced Mr. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. This significant development was disclosed during the...
  18. New CBN Governor Unveils Ambitious Plan to Catapult Nigeria's GDP to $1 Trillion in Just 8 Years

    Nigeria New CBN Governor Unveils Ambitious Plan to Catapult Nigeria's GDP to $1 Trillion in Just 8 Years

    Dr. Olayemi Cardoso, the newly confirmed Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has unveiled ambitious plans to boost the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to $1 trillion within eight years. During his confirmation hearing before the Senate, Cardoso outlined strategies, including...
  19. Cardoso Takes the Helm: Senate Confirms Him as CBN Governor

    Nigeria Cardoso Takes the Helm: Senate Confirms Him as CBN Governor

    The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Dr. Olayemi Cardoso as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), along with four Deputy Governors: Emem Usoro, Muhammad Dattijo, Philip Ikeazor, and Bala Bello. Dr. Cardoso's confirmation comes after rigorous screening by the Upper Chambers of the...
  20. Get to Know the New CBN Governor: 10 Fascinating Facts About Yemi Cardoso

    Nigeria Get to Know the New CBN Governor: 10 Fascinating Facts About Yemi Cardoso

    President Bola Tinubu has nominated Dr. Olayemi Cardoso as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The announcement was made by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso is an accomplished Nigerian banker, chartered...
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