Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN’s Reversal on Daily CRR Deductions Brings Relief to Banks
In a significant move that is being hailed as a positive development for banks, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reverted to ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Eliminates Restrictions on Exchange Rate Quotes by IMTOs
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken a significant step in its commitment to liberalize the Nigerian foreign exchange market by removing ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Sets $1 Million Minimum Capital Requirement for International Money Transfer Operators
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has established a minimum share capital requirement of $1 million for International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) operating ...
Ghana
Ghana: President Urges Financial Institutions to Provide Affordable Long-Term Credit
President Nana Akufo-Addo has called on banks and financial institutions to collaborate with the government in supporting the local economy and businesses by ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Federal Government Unveils Plans for Innovative Investment in Data Protection
In a bid to revolutionize data protection and leverage the potential of the digital economy for economic growth, the Federal Government has announced ...
News
Nigeria: Naira Gains Ground as FMDQ Adjusts FX Pricing Strategy
The Nigerian Naira exhibited a notable 1.9% appreciation, reaching N1,455.59 against the predominant US dollar at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Issues Guidelines to Curtail Foreign Currency Manipulation by Banks
In a bid to address unethical banking practices related to foreign currency manipulation, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released fresh guidelines ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Takes Measures to Halt Forex Speculation and Hoarding by Banks
In an effort to curb foreign exchange (forex) speculation and enhance risk mitigation, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a new ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Introduces Fresh Measures to Mitigate Foreign Currency Risks
In a circular dated January 31, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) expressed its apprehension about the increasing foreign currency exposures of ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: NIMC Boosts NIN Enrolment with Additional Equipment Nationwide
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has taken steps to enhance National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment across the country by approving the deployment ...