Heritage Bank's collapse leaves First Bank facing a potential N400 billion loan loss. With 90% of Heritage Bank's loans classified as lost or doubtful, the CBN revoked its license. Depositors face uncertainty as First Bank scrambles to recover the loan, sending shockwaves through the Nigerian...
CBN Governor Cardoso fires 25 of 29 directors in major shakeup, sparking debates on reform and allegations of tribalism.
In a shocking move, the newly appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has fired 25 out of the 29 directors he inherited upon assuming...
Stay updated on the latest shift in Nigeria's Naira-Dollar dynamics. June 3rd, 2024, marks a potential game-changer with the Naira stabilizing against the US Dollar at ₦1,481 in the black market.
The Nigerian Naira and the US Dollar's relationship has often been tumultuous, but June brings a...
Heritage Bank's license was revoked by CBN following NDIC visit, citing financial regulation breaches. Exclusive report reveals bank's struggles and impending takeover. Concerns over Nigeria's banking sector stability grow.
In a decisive move, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the...
Nigeria resolves 98% of $850 million FX backlog owed to international airlines, signaling progress amid FX market instability.
Nigeria has made significant progress in addressing its foreign exchange (FX) backlog owed to international airline operators, settling 98% of the $850 million owed...
Nigerian tax reform committee proposes a fixed N800 per dollar rate for customs import duties, sparking concerns over potential economic disruptions and higher costs for businesses and consumers.
The presidential committee on fiscal policy and tax reforms has sent shockwaves through Nigeria's...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) mandates existing Bureau de Change operators to reapply for operational licenses, setting minimum capital requirements. Tier 1 BDCs need N2 billion, Tier 2 N500 million. Non-refundable fees apply. Effective from June 3, 2024, the guidelines aim to streamline...
Naira holds steady against the dollar despite CBN's interest rate hike to 26.25%. At NAFEM, the currency appreciates marginally by 0.23%. Market turnover increases by 66.14% to $268.17 million. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso expresses confidence in Nigeria's FX market, citing efforts to clear...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised the monetary policy rate (MPR) from 24.75% to 26.25% to combat rising inflation, now at 33.69% due to increasing food prices. This is the third consecutive rate hike this year, impacting borrowing costs and economic growth in Nigeria.
The monetary...
Former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, granted N300 million bail by a Federal Capital Territory High Court amid charges of illegal naira printing by the EFCC. Emefiele pleaded not guilty to four counts. The court ruled for bail, requiring two sureties and travel document deposition. Trial set for...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has recently unveiled a detailed roster of licensed Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) in Nigeria, providing valuable insights into the nation's banking sector. The list, organized by the types of licenses each institution holds, offers a comprehensive overview of...
In response to the CBN's cybersecurity levy, the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) vehemently opposes the directive, citing increased financial strain on citizens. NLC President Joe Ajaero calls for policy reversal, urging sustainable cybersecurity measures. The levy is criticized as another burden...
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi criticizes the Tinubu-led government's imposition of the Cybersecurity Levy, denouncing it as burdensome on Nigerians already grappling with economic hardships. Obi highlights the contradiction between this move and the government's pledge to streamline...
CBN's new 0.5% cybersecurity levy directive stirs mixed reactions in Nigeria. Concerns arise over financial burdens and government allocation amid socio-economic challenges.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a directive requiring deposit money banks to impose a 0.5% cybersecurity...
In a recent court hearing at the Lagos High Court Sitting in Ikeja, John Ayoh, a former Director of Information Technology at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), testified against former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele.
Ayoh alleged that Emefiele had a practice of accepting bribes before awarding...
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken a decisive step to curb alleged cryptocurrency-related activities by imposing a ban on several microfinance banks, including Moniepoint, Opay, and Kuda, preventing them from opening new accounts and accepting new customers.
Sources familiar with the...
Despite recent efforts by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to bolster the Naira's value through additional forex injections, the currency continues to struggle against the US Dollar.
FMDQ data reveals a further depreciation of the Naira to N1308.52 per Dollar on Wednesday, down from N1,300.15...
The Nigerian naira is in trouble, heading for its most significant four-day decline since January's devaluation. It plummeted 5.3% against the dollar on Tuesday, wiping out earlier gains. Despite being the top-performing currency by Bloomberg's standards, it's facing a liquidity crisis...
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