CBN: Nigeria's Economy Grows 3.89% in 2025, Inflation Eases
The Central Bank of Nigeria's 2025 macroeconomic outlook shows resilient growth at 3.89% and falling inflation. Discover the projections for 2026 and the critical policy actions needed.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's 2025 macroeconomic outlook shows resilient growth at 3.89% and falling inflation. Discover the projections for 2026 and the critical policy actions needed.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's strategic reforms, led by Governor Olayemi Cardoso, have successfully eliminated cash scarcity during the 2025 festive season. Learn how new regulations and digital initiatives are transforming Nigeria's financial landscape.
Nigerian banks accelerate recapitalisation ahead of March 2026 CBN deadline. GTCO, Zenith, UBA lead as sector's market cap hits N16.14 trillion. Read the full analysis.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's committee, led by Governor Olayemi Cardoso, implemented holistic reforms ensuring seamless cash flow during the 2025 festive season, marking a historic shift from perennial shortages.
The Central Bank of Nigeria spent $7.53 billion to stabilise the naira in 2025, leading to a 7.14% annual gain and a historic balance of payments surplus. Discover the full story.
Billionaire Femi Otedola commends President Tinubu's economic reforms and CBN's Cardoso, disclosing First Bank has met the N500bn capital requirement. He urges raising the bar to N1 trillion.
FirstBank meets CBN's N500bn capital requirement. Billionaire investor Femi Otedola commends Tinubu and Cardoso's economic leadership, calls for raising bank capital to N1 trillion for a $1 trillion economy.
Nigeria's external reserves climbed to a seven-year high of $45.24bn in December 2025, a $4.39bn annual increase. CBN Governor attributes gains to FX reforms, raising fresh optimism for naira stability in 2026. Read the full analysis.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has revised its cash withdrawal and deposit policies, effective January 1, 2026. Learn the 5 major changes, including new limits and fees.
Economic analysts forecast a stable naira exchange rate in 2026, with the CBN prioritizing market confidence and reduced volatility over aggressive appreciation. Key projections and government expectations revealed.
CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso reports a 70% surge in foreign capital inflows to $20.98bn for 2025. The removal from the FATF grey list is a key driver. Will this translate to better living standards for Nigerians?
The Central Bank of Nigeria intervenes with $250 million to ease dollar scarcity and steady the naira. Nigeria's FX reserves rise to a six-year high of $45.44 billion, strengthening the CBN's hand. Read the full analysis.
The Nigerian naira shows resilience against heightened US dollar demand during the festive 'Detty December' season. CBN's external reserves rise to $45.44 billion, providing crucial support. Experts analyze market dynamics and future outlook.
The Corporate Affairs Commission warns it will place OPay, Moniepoint, Palmpay on a watchlist and report them to the CBN for enabling unregistered PoS agents. New deadline set for January 2026.
The Nigerian naira weakened against the US dollar, closing at N1,454/$1 as festive season demand spikes. CBN data shows a weekly decline, though rising reserves offer hope. Full analysis inside.
The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele has vehemently denied allegations of financing terrorism in Nigeria, describing the reports as malicious and baseless. Read his full statement and the context of the claims.
CAC orders all PoS operators to register by Jan 1, 2026, or face seizure. Fintechs enabling illegal transactions will be watchlisted. Full compliance is mandatory.
The Naira faced fresh pressure on Thursday, depreciating in both official and parallel markets. The Central Bank of Nigeria's new rate shows a widening gap with the black market. Read the full analysis.
NDIC MD reassures depositors of N5m insurance cover, details collaboration with CBN for supervision, and warns against Ponzi schemes. Read key insights from Kano Trade Fair.
The Central Bank of Nigeria's new draft guidelines mandate a 72-hour window for reporting suspicious transfers to qualify for refunds. Learn what this means for your digital banking security.
NDIC MD reassures Nigerians of deposit safety with up to ₦5m insurance. He warns against Ponzi schemes and details collaboration with CBN for banking stability. Visit their Trade Fair pavilion for more.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced revised cash withdrawal rules, setting new weekly limits for individuals and corporates to start in January 2026. Learn the new limits and fees.
Nigeria's AMCON has repaid N3.6 trillion to the CBN from debt recovery and asset sales since 2010. The corporation still owes N3 trillion and is engaged in over 3,000 lawsuits. Read the full report.
Fresh instability hits Nigeria's forex market as the naira weakens on the parallel market, widening the gap with official rates despite rising external reserves. Get the latest data and analysis.
Nigeria's AMCON has repaid N3.6 trillion to the CBN, achieving an 87% recovery rate. CEO Gbenga Alade reveals plans to trace global assets of debtors. Read the full report.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced new weekly cash withdrawal limits of N500,000 for individuals and N5m for corporates, with excess fees starting January 1, 2026. Read the full details.
Nigeria's Central Bank has abolished cash deposit limits and raised weekly withdrawal thresholds to N500k for individuals. New policy takes effect January 2026.
The Central Bank of Nigeria issues strict new rules forcing banks to refund fraud victims within 16 days. Learn how this impacts you and the fight against financial crime.
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.