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CBN loan to govt hits N42trn

The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data reveals a significant increase in credit to the government, which grew by nearly 90%, from N22.14 trillion in September 2023 to N42.02 trillion in September 2024. This growth has outpaced credit expansion to the private sector This is according to the Money and Credit Statistics data obtained from the […]

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CBN to retire 1,000, offers N50bn for severance pay

The Central Bank of Nigeria is set to retire around 1,000 of its employees by the end of the year, according to sources within the bank. The retirement process is expected to cost the CBN over N50 billion in severance pay to the affected workers, according to Daily Trust. The CBN, under the leadership of […]

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CBN to launch new website today

The Central Bank of Nigeria has officially launched its redesigned website today, December 2, 2024. In a statement signed on Sunday, by the acting Director of Corporate Communications, Sidi Ali, the bank said the new website will become operational today. “The bank has developed a contemporary Web API that operates on Microsoft .NET Core 8 […]

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FX matching system will correct Naira’s true value – Cardoso

The Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso announced that the upcoming electronic FX matching system will help align the naira-to-dollar exchange rate with the naira’s true market value. Speaking at the Bankers’ Committee Annual Dinner on November 29, 2024, at Eko Hotel, Lagos, governor Cardoso highlighted that the electronic FX matching system would enhance price […]

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ICYMI: CBN sets Banks’ minimum trade on FX platform at $100,000

The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced new guidelines for interbank foreign exchange trading, effective from November 25, 2024. These guidelines stipulate that trades on the Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System must have a minimum value of $100,000. The CBN’s Director of the Financial Markets Department, Dr. Omolara Duke, highlighted on Tuesday that this measure […]

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CBN raises Interest rate to 27.50%

The Central Bank of Nigeria has raised its Monetary Policy Rate by 25 basis points, bringing it to 27.50% from 27.25%. This decision was disclosed by CBN Governor, Yemi Cardoso after the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in Abuja on Tuesday. The committee’s decision was unanimous, marking another adjustment since September. The MPC also decided to […]

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CBN grants six-month extension for BDCs recapitalisation

The Central Bank of Nigeria has extended the deadline for Bureaux De Change operators to meet recapitalisation requirements by six months, according to the Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria. ABCON President, Aminu Gwadabe made this disclosure during a virtual general meeting with members on Monday, stating that the new deadline for compliance […]

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CBN to raise interest rate, analysts predict

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria is expected to maintain its hawkish stance in response to persistent inflationary pressures. Following the September hike of 50 basis points, raising the Monetary Policy Rate to 27.25%, the MPC has consistently highlighted concerns about core inflation, excessive money supply growth, fiscal deficits, and surging […]

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28m Nigerians lack access to formal financial services – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria announced on Tuesday that despite a significant reduction in the country’s financial exclusion rate, from 46.3% in 2010 to 26% in 2023—over 28 million Nigerians still lack access to formal financial services and products. This underscores the continued challenges in achieving full financial inclusion, even with notable progress in reducing […]

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Oil imports fall by 35% in Q2 – CBN

Nigeria’s oil imports saw a significant decline of 35% in the second quarter of 2024, totaling $2.79 billion, down from $4.31 billion in the previous quarter. This drop is highlighted in the Central Bank of Nigeria’s quarterly economic report for Q2 2024, reflecting the shifting dynamics in the country’s oil and gas sector. The reduction […]

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CBN unveils guidelines for FX deposit scheme

The Central Bank of Nigeria has released official guidelines for banks on the implementation of the free foreign exchange deposit window recently announced by the Federal Government. The guidelines, which were issued on Tuesday, outline the procedures for participation in the scheme by commercial, merchant, and non-interest banks. The scheme is designed to facilitate the […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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Avoid forex auction interventions, W’Bank advises CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria has been advised against intervening in the foreign exchange market through forex auctions. The World Bank’s policy advisory, included in the Nigeria Development Update, emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and transparent framework for exchange rate interventions to support flexibility. On August 26, 2024, the CBN auctioned $876.26 million to […]