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Alleged Coup Suspects Plead Not Guilty, Remanded in DSS Custody
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Alleged Coup Suspects Plead Not Guilty, Remanded in DSS Custody

Suspects accused in an alleged coup plot have pleaded not guilty and were subsequently remanded in the custody of the Department of State Services. This development follows ongoing investigations into the alleged plot.

Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents
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Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents

Nigeria is grappling with a range of issues, including charges related to an alleged plot to overthrow President Tinubu, ongoing political maneuvering for future elections, and efforts to address economic challenges and security incidents.

Financepunch-ng3d ago

IMF Endorses Nigeria's Bank Recapitalization Efforts

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has endorsed Nigeria's bank recapitalization, a key reform initiated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), highlighting its role in strengthening capital buffers and enhancing financial stability.

Nigerian Banks Meet Recapitalisation Target Set by CBN
Businessvanguard-ng24d ago

Nigerian Banks Meet Recapitalisation Target Set by CBN

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for the successful implementation of its bank recapitalisation programme, with 32 banks reportedly meeting the new minimum capital requirements.

Cardoso: Nigeria’s financial reforms boost shock resistance, investor confidence
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

Cardoso: Nigeria’s financial reforms boost shock resistance, investor confidence

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has said that Nigeria’s recent monetary and financial-sector reforms have strengthened the country’s capacity to withstand external shocks and restored investor confidence. The post Cardoso: Nigeria’s financial reforms boost shock resistance, investor confidence appeared first on Vanguard News.

CBN Tightens BVN Rules to Combat Fraud
BusinessPremium Times1mo ago

CBN Tightens BVN Rules to Combat Fraud

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented stricter rules for Bank Verification Number (BVN) enrollment, limiting it to individuals aged 18 and above and restricting phone number amendments to a one-time change, in an effort to curb fraudulent transactions.

CBN orders banks to deny loan defaulters access to new credit
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

CBN orders banks to deny loan defaulters access to new credit

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed commercial banks to block loan defaulters, particularly large-ticket borrowers, from accessing new credit facilities within the banking system. The post CBN orders banks to deny loan defaulters access to new credit appeared first on Vanguard News.

FG’s spending on domestic debt service falls 38% to $405.3m
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

FG’s spending on domestic debt service falls 38% to $405.3m

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Federal Government’s spending on debt service payments fell year-on-year (YoY) by 38.5 percent to $405.3 million in January 2026 from N659.7 million in the corresponding period of 2025. Analysis of data contained in the Central Bank of Nigeria’s, CBN, International Payment report showed that the downward trend also reflected in the federal […] The post FG’s spending on domestic debt service falls 38% to $405.3m appeared first on Vanguard News.

30 banks met recapitalisation ahead of March deadline – CBN
Businesspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

30 banks met recapitalisation ahead of March deadline – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) confirms 30 banks have met the new minimum capital rules under the ongoing bank recapitalisation exercise ahead of the de Read More: https://punchng.com/30-banks-met-recapitalisation-ahead-of-march-deadline-cbn/

Nigeria’s money supply drops slightly to N123trn
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigeria’s money supply drops slightly to N123trn

…as currency outside bank drops 3% •Credit to govt, private sector shrinks  By Elizabeth Adegbesan Nigeria’s money supply (M²) fell by 0.8 percent month-on-month (MoM) to N123.4 trillion in January 2025 from N124.4 trillion in December 2025, indicating low liquidity in the banking system despite a decline in interest rate. Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Open Market […] The post Nigeria’s money supply drops slightly to N123trn appeared first on Vanguard News.

CBN raises gold reserves to $3.5bn
Businesspunch-ng1mo ago

CBN raises gold reserves to $3.5bn

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) boosts its gold reserves to $3.5bn by purchasing locally sourced gold, strengthening the country’s foreign reserves. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-raises-gold-reserves-to-3-5bn/

CBN bets on easing inflation, FX stability for rate cut
Financepunch-ng1mo ago

CBN bets on easing inflation, FX stability for rate cut

Nigeria’s Central Bank (CBN) enacts a rate cut to 26.5%, citing easing inflation and FX stability. Learn about the key drivers and fiscal risks involved. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-bets-on-easing-inflation-fx-stability-for-rate-cut/

Appeal Court quashes N38.8bn judgment against CBN in Paris Club Refund dispute
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Appeal Court quashes N38.8bn judgment against CBN in Paris Club Refund dispute

The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja, Friday, set aside and dismissed a N38,878,451,742.22 judgment earlier entered by a Federal High Court in favour of Mr. Joe Agi, SAN, over alleged consultancy fees arising from the Paris Club Refund. The post Appeal Court quashes N38.8bn judgment against CBN in Paris Club Refund dispute appeared first on Vanguard News.

Breaking: CBN eases MPR by 50 basis points to 26.5%
FinancePremium Timesvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Breaking: CBN eases MPR by 50 basis points to 26.5%

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso announced this on Tuesday after the meeting of the CBN's Monetary Policy Committee. The post Breaking: CBN eases MPR by 50 basis points to 26.5% appeared first on Vanguard

CBN seeks safer digital cross-border payment systems
FinancePremium Times2mo ago

CBN seeks safer digital cross-border payment systems

CBN says digital cross-border payments can unlock growth and inclusion but must be carefully regulated to avoid financial instability and currency risks. The post CBN seeks safer digital cross-border payment systems appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Technologypunch-ng2d ago

CBN, NCC Sign MoU to Combat SIM-Related Fraud

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding. This agreement aims to strengthen their collaboration in combating SIM-related fraud.

Nigerian Data Protection Agency Investigates CAC Cyber Incident
BusinessPremium Timesguardian-ngpunch-ng+2nl-timesvanguard-ng4d ago5 sources

Nigerian Data Protection Agency Investigates CAC Cyber Incident

Nigeria's National Data Protection Commission has launched an investigation into an alleged data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The agency also issued a data protection advisory following the cyber incident.

Nigeria's CBN Introduces New Money Market Benchmark
Financevanguard-ng5d ago

Nigeria's CBN Introduces New Money Market Benchmark

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Financial Markets Dealers Associations have launched the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate (NFOR) as a new money market benchmark to promote consistent pricing of money market instruments.

CBN Reaffirms Oversight and Stability of Union Bank After Court Ruling
FinancePremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng27d ago3 sources

CBN Reaffirms Oversight and Stability of Union Bank After Court Ruling

A Federal High Court has reinstated the Union Bank board, ruling the CBN’s January 2024 intervention unlawful. The Central Bank of Nigeria is reviewing the judgment while assuring the public of the bank's stability and reaffirming its commitment to oversight.

Central Bank of Nigeria Receives Global 'Central Bank of the Year' Award
Businesspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Central Bank of Nigeria Receives Global 'Central Bank of the Year' Award

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been honored with the global 'Central Bank of the Year' award by Central Banking magazine. This recognition acknowledges the CBN's comprehensive policy reforms that have successfully restored macroeconomic stability and boosted investor confidence in Nigeria.

Businessguardian-ng1mo ago

Nigeria's CBN Ban on Maize Importation

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented a ban on maize importation, a policy decision with significant implications for the country's agricultural sector and food security.

Nigeria’s current account surplus drops 26% to $14.04bn in 2025
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigeria’s current account surplus drops 26% to $14.04bn in 2025

Nigeria’s current account surplus fell by 26 percent year-on-year (YoY) to $14.04 billion in 2025, down from $19.03 billion in 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed in its 2025 Balance of Payments (BoP) report. The post Nigeria’s current account surplus drops 26% to $14.04bn in 2025 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Court Fines EFCC N500,000 for Delaying Emefiele’s Corruption Trial
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Court Fines EFCC N500,000 for Delaying Emefiele’s Corruption Trial

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has imposed a N500,000 fine on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for repeatedly seeking adjournments in the ongoing corruption trial of former CBN governor Godwin Emefiele.

CBN and the imperative of expanding anti-money laundering systems
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

CBN and the imperative of expanding anti-money laundering systems

By OLUSEGUN RASAQ Banks, mobile money operators, international money transfer operators and other financial institutions in Nigeria are required to deploy automated anti-money laundering, AML, systems under new baseline standards issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN. The CBN under its Governor, Olayemi Cardoso has strengthened financial crime detection and compliance mechanisms across the sector. […] The post CBN and the imperative of expanding anti-money laundering systems appeared fir...

Cash outside banks falls by N198bn, money supply dips
Financepunch-ng1mo ago

Cash outside banks falls by N198bn, money supply dips

Nigeria’s money supply dipped in January 2026, with cash outside banks falling by N198bn. Learn about the latest monetary trends from the CBN. Read More: https://punchng.com/cash-outside-banks-falls-by-n198bn-money-supply-dips/

PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs
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PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs

PREMIUM TIMES had reported that PSC invited seven AIGs for promotion interviews earlier on Friday morning. The post PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Nigeria’s Net External Reserves rises 50.5% to $34.8bn- Cardoso
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Nigeria’s Net External Reserves rises 50.5% to $34.8bn- Cardoso

By Babajide Komolafe The Governor of  the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso has disclosed that the nation’s Net External Reserves rose 50.5 per cent, year-on-year, to $34.8 billion in 2025 from $23.11 billion in 2024.   In a statement from the apex bank, Cardoso said that the growth in external reserves reflects stronger external […] The post Nigeria’s Net External Reserves rises 50.5% to $34.8bn- Cardoso appeared first on Vanguard News.

Forex reserves hit $34.8bn in December 2025 – CBN
Financepunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Forex reserves hit $34.8bn in December 2025 – CBN

Nigeria’s net forex reserves surged to $34.80 billion in December 2025, a significant jump reflecting policy reforms and investor confidence, says the CBN. Read More: https://punchng.com/forex-reserves-hit-34-8bn-in-december-2025-cbn/

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 26, 2026
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 26, 2026

The Nigerian Naira held its ground against the US Dollar on Thursday, February 26, 2026, as the market reacted to the Central Bank of Nigeria's (CBN) recent decision to enter a "stabilization phase." The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, February 26, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria's Central Bank Introduces New Money Market Benchmark
FinancePremium Times4d ago

Nigeria's Central Bank Introduces New Money Market Benchmark

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Financial Markets Dealers Association (FMDA) have collaborated to introduce a new money market benchmark. This initiative aims to align Nigeria with global best practices and enhance price discovery and transparency in the market.

CBN Reaffirms Commitment to Single-Digit Inflation Target
Financepunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

CBN Reaffirms Commitment to Single-Digit Inflation Target

The Central Bank of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to an inflation-targeting framework, aiming to achieve single-digit inflation and long-term price stability, noting a sharp drop in inflation since 2024 and outlining its course to achieve this goal.

Naira strengthens to N1,355 per dollar
Financepunch-ng1mo ago

Naira strengthens to N1,355 per dollar

The Nigerian naira continues its upward trend, strengthening to N1,355/$ at the official foreign exchange market, supported by stable conditions and CBN re Read More: https://punchng.com/naira-strengthens-to-n1355-per-dollar/

Forex: Naira ends week stronger
BusinessPremium Times1mo ago

Forex: Naira ends week stronger

Data published on the website of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed the Naira gained N5.27 during Friday’s trading session. The post Forex: Naira ends week stronger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

30 banks meet CBN recapitalisation rules 19 days to deadline
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

30 banks meet CBN recapitalisation rules 19 days to deadline

By Peter Egwuatu, Assistant Business Editor As at today, 12th March 2026, 30 banks out of the 35 banks operating in the country have met the recapitalisation requirement of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, according to findings by Vanguard. The remaining five banks have 19 more days to meet the recapitalisation deadline which ends […] The post 30 banks meet CBN recapitalisation rules 19 days to deadline appeared first on Vanguard News.

Reflections on Nigeria's CBN and Interest Rate Dynamics
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Reflections on Nigeria's CBN and Interest Rate Dynamics

An analysis by Arize Nwobu delves into the role of Nigeria's Central Bank (CBN) and the dynamics of interest rates, highlighting their significance as key macroeconomic variables influencing the health and direction of the economy.

FCMB hits N288.96bn capital base, awaits CBN nod
Businesspunch-ng1mo ago

FCMB hits N288.96bn capital base, awaits CBN nod

FCMB Group Plc announces a verified N288.96bn capital base, moving closer to the CBN’s N500bn recapitalization target for international banks. Read More: https://punchng.com/fcmb-hits-n288-96bn-capital-base-awaits-cbn-nod/

CBN orders banks to conduct stress test from April
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

CBN orders banks to conduct stress test from April

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks to conduct a comprehensive stress test on their credit portfolios beginning from April 1, 2026, as part of measures to ensure the continued stability of the nation’s banking system. The post CBN orders banks to conduct stress test from April appeared first on Vanguard News.

30 banks meet requirements as recapitalisation exercise progresses – CBN
BusinessPremium Times1mo ago

30 banks meet requirements as recapitalisation exercise progresses – CBN

"As of 6 March, the recapitalisation exercise is progressing steadily. 30 banks have met the new minimum capital requirements applicable to their respective licence authorisations." The post 30 banks meet requirements as recapitalisation exercise progresses – CBN appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

CBN FX reforms boost reserves, stabilise naira
Businesspunch-ng1mo ago

CBN FX reforms boost reserves, stabilise naira

Discover how CBN FX reforms have boosted Nigeria’s external reserves to $50.45bn and stabilised the naira, despite ongoing economic vulnerabilities. Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-fx-reforms-boost-reserves-stabilise-naira/

Naira depreciates to N1,376/$ in parallel market
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Naira depreciates to N1,376/$ in parallel market

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,376 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,370 per dollar on Monday. Similarly, the naira depreciated for the second time this week to N1,390 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange […] The post Naira depreciates to N1,376/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.

Net reserves jump 772% to $34.8bn in two years
FinancePremium Timespunch-ng1mo ago2 sources

Net reserves jump 772% to $34.8bn in two years

Nigeria’s net foreign reserves surged by 772% to $34.8bn in two years, says CBN Governor Cardoso, citing policy reforms and investor confidence. Read More: https://punchng.com/net-reserves-jump-772-to-34-8bn-in-two-years/

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, March 2, 2026
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Pound to Naira exchange rate today, March 2, 2026

The British Pound opened the first trading week of March 2026 with subtle fluctuations against the Nigerian Naira, reflecting a market that is currently digesting the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) latest shift toward monetary easing. The post Pound to Naira exchange rate today, March 2, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Naira depreciates to N1,391/$ in parallel market
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Naira depreciates to N1,391/$ in parallel market

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,391 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,350 per dollar on Tuesday. Likewise, the naira depreciated to N1,359.5 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose to […] The post Naira depreciates to N1,391/$ in parallel market appeared first on Vanguard News.

Naira appreciates to N1,359/$ in official market
Financevanguard-ng1mo ago

Naira appreciates to N1,359/$ in official market

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The naira yesterday depreciated to N1,359 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM.However the Naira remained stable at N1,360 per dollar in the parallel market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose to N1,359 per dollar from N1,353.5 per […] The post Naira appreciates to N1,359/$ in official market appeared first on Vanguard News.