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CBN debunks naira redenomination plans

The Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday, refuted claims that it has plan to redenominate or restructure the naira notes in 2024. The apex bank, in a statement signed by its Director, Corporate Communications, Isa AbdulMumin, said the rumours were misleading. The CBN urged Nigerians to disregard the wide circulation of a text message suggesting […]

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How Nigerians spent $340.84m forex on education in six months – CBN

Nigerians seeking admission to institutions abroad spent $340.84 million to fund their applications between January and June 2023. The Punch reported that the amount spent on educational services under sectoral utilization for transactions eligible for foreign exchange is based on statistics from the Central Bank of Nigeria. According to the CBN, a total of $40.54m was spent […]

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How real estate firms borrowed N2.26tn in eight months – CBN

The country’s real estate and construction companies were successful in obtaining loans totaling N2.26 trillion in just eight months. The Punch reported that the money borrowed from the banks was used as capital to expand the sector’s services. The amount of loans obtained climbed from N1.90 trillion to N2.26 trillion between November 2022 and June 2023, a […]

Parallex bank gets CBN nod to collect NESS fees
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Parallex bank gets CBN nod to collect NESS fees

The Nigerian Central Bank has given Parallex Bank permission to collect fees for the Nigeria Export Supervision Scheme. The approval was granted in a circular signed by Dr. W.J. Kanya on behalf of the apex bank’s Director of the Trade and Exchange Department. Parallex Bank Limited was added to the list of recognized banks permitted to […]

eNaira not a threat to Nigeria’s financial stability – CBN
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eNaira not a threat to Nigeria’s financial stability – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria refutes the assertion that the naira, the country’s Central Bank Digital Currency, poses a risk to the country’s financial stability. The Times reported that the director of corporate communications at the CBN, Isa AbdulMumin, said as much in a statement on Monday. He claimed that the assertion was a misinterpretation of the bank’s just-released […]

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Expect special report on past CBN activities soon – Tinubu

The Special Investigator’s report on prior operations at the Central Bank of Nigeria would soon be complete, President Bola Tinubu stated on Sunday morning. This information was provided by President Tinubu during his broadcast speech honouring Nigeria’s 63rd year of independence. On Sunday, July 30, the President designated the former CEO of the Financial Reporting […]

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Senate confirms appointment of CBN gov-nominee Cardoso, deputies

The Senate has approved Dr. Olayemi Cardoso’s nomination to be the Central Bank of Nigeria’s next governor. According to Nairametrics, this came after the National Assembly’s Upper Chambers’ review. The nomination of the four CBN Deputy Governors was also approved by the Senate. The Senate confirmed the appointments of four deputy governors: Emem Usoro, Muhammad Dattijo, […]

Natural catastrophes, conflict pose danger to countries' financial stability - Cardoso
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Nigeria needs stable exchange rate – Cardoso

The President’s nominee for the Central Bank of Nigeria’s governorship seat, Dr. Olayemi Cardoso. stated that country needs a stable exchange rate in order for Nigeria to advance. Nairametrics revealed that he stated it while responding to inquiries from the Senate during his screening for potential confirmation as the new CBN Governor. Dr. Olayemi Cardoso and the other […]

Senate screens Yemi Cardoso as CBN gov
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Senate screens Yemi Cardoso as CBN gov

    The Nigerian Senate is currently conducting a screening process for the acting Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso and four others nominated by President Bola Tinubu as deputy governors. Recall that AM Business reported that Olayemi Cardoso assumed office as the acting CBN governor last Friday following the departure of […]

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Senate to screen nominees for CBN gov, deputy Tuesday

            The Nigerian Senate is scheduled to conduct a screening session on Tuesday for the former Chairman of the Board of Citi Bank Nigeria,Olayemi Cardoso. Cardoso is being considered for the prestigious position of Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. In addition to Cardoso, the Senate will also examine […]

10 facts about CBN governor-nominee Cardoso The President, Bola Tinubu, on Friday named Olayemi Michael Cardoso as the substantive Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He is expected to replace the Acting Governor of the CBN Folashodun Shonubu if confirmed by the Senate. Below are 10 facts about him. i. Dr. Olayemi Cardoso hails from Lagos State, a city renowned for its vibrant economic and cultural diversity. ii.His parents were descendants of Brazilian returnees who belonged to prominent families in Popo Aguda, adding a rich cultural heritage to his background. iii. Dr. Cardoso's father, Felix Bankole Cardoso, made history as Nigeria's first indigenous Accountant-General of the Federation in 1963, setting a high bar for public service. iv. His academic journey began at Corona School Ikoyi, where he received his primary education, followed by St. Gregory's College in Lagos for his secondary education. v. Dr. Cardoso's pursuit of knowledge took him to Aston University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Managerial and Administrative Studies in 1980. vi. He continued his academic journey, earning a Master's degree in Public Administration in 2005 as a Mason Fellow, showcasing his commitment to continuous learning and growth. vii. Dr. Cardoso's career in finance included serving as the former chairman of Citibank Nigeria, where he undoubtedly honed his financial acumen. viii. His commitment to public service led him to serve as the Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget in Lagos State during President Tinubu's tenure as the governor. ix. Dr. Cardoso is not just a participant in Lagos's economic development but also an architect. He is the founding chairman and co-chair of the Ehingbeti Summit, the Lagos State economic summit. x. Behind the impressive resume, Dr. Cardoso is a family man. He is married with five children and three grandchildren, embodying the values of responsibility and dedication.
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Cardoso assumes office as CBN gov

By Wilson Adekumola   Dr. Olayemi Cardoso who has been nominated as the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria by President Bola Tinubu has officially assumeed office on Friday.   This was made known in a statement by the Director, Corporate Communications at the CBN, Dr. Isa AbdulMumin noting that Cardoso assumed duty as […]

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CBN postpones September 2023 MPC meeting

The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the unexpected postponement of its much-awaited 293rd Monetary Policy Committee meeting, which was initially planned for Monday and Tuesday, September 25 and 26, 2023. According to Nairametrics, the Director of Corporate Communications at the CBN, Dr. Isa AbdulMumin, announced the decision to postpone this crucial meeting in a press statement on September […]

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