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Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele has pleaded not guilty to a 26-count charge of abuse of office. Emefiele and his co-defendant, Henry Omole, appeared before Judge Rahmon Oshodi at the Ikeja High Court, where they both entered not-guilty pleas. The charges against...

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reported a substantial inflow of over $1.5 billion in recent days, signaling a positive outlook for the nation's monetary policy initiatives. The announcement, made by the Bank's Acting Director of the Corporate Communications Department, Hakama Ali...

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a significant policy shift regarding foreign exchange (forex) restrictions on milk and dairy imports to address economic concerns and alleviate consumer burdens. This decision, revealed through a CBN circular dated March 12 with reference number...

Amidst speculation and internal turmoil at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), reports indicate that at least eight directors are facing early retirement. These directors, previously redeployed to FSS 2020, are now being asked to exit the CBN, sparking concerns and confusion among staff. While...

Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, is in the process of vacating the apex bank Governors' quarters in Lagos amidst an ongoing legal dispute. Reports indicate that a team, led by CBN Special Investigator Jim Obazee, is assisting Emefiele in relocating his personal...

The Nigerian Naira continues its upward trend in the parallel foreign exchange (FX) market, reaching N1,500/$ on Wednesday. This remarkable 9.09% gain from the N1,650/$ recorded just two days earlier has caught the attention of currency traders, with bureau de change (BDC) operators quoting...

In the midst of Nigeria's economic challenges, Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), addressed concerns during the first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting since assuming office in September 2023. Denying responsibility for the current economic situation, Cardoso...

In response to the persistent challenge of soaring inflation, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a significant hike in the monetary policy rate, raising it by 400 basis points from 18.5% to 22.75%. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso revealed this decision during the 293rd Meeting of the...

Amidst a deepening forex crisis pushing the naira to a historic low of N2,000 against the dollar, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented robust measures against Bureau De Change (BDC) operators. In response to the economic downturn, the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...