The Central Bank of Nigeria introduces new BVN and mobile banking rules effective May 1 and July 1, 2026, including a 24-hour fraud watchlist, age limit for BVN, and transaction limits on new devices.
Nigeria's SEC announces June 1, 2026, as the transition date to a T+1 settlement cycle for equities and commodities, aiming to boost market efficiency.
Nigeria Revenue Service introduces a unified Tax ID replacing previous frameworks, using NIN for individuals and CAC for businesses, to modernize tax administration.
CBN partially relaxes cashless rule for PTA and BTA, allowing 25% cash access for travellers from June 1, 2026, in a move to ease foreign exchange access.
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FirstBank and Visa have launched Visa Signature, a premium card for Nigeria's affluent segment, offering global travel benefits, lifestyle privileges, and curated merchant offers.
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NPF Pensions Limited has called for greater recognition and support for Nigeria Police Force personnel, highlighting their sacrifices in maintaining national stability amid hazardous conditions.
NEM Insurance Plc records N152.3 billion insurance revenue in 2025, up 56% from 2024. Declares N7.52 billion dividend amid challenges.
FirstBank and Visa have launched the Visa Value Naira Debit Card and Visa Signature Debit Multi-Currency Card to expand digital payments and support Nigeria's cashless economy.
NAHCO shareholders approved N12.18 billion dividend and bonus shares for 2025, marking five years of payout increases. Share price rose over 150%.
PenCom has approved pension assets for Dangote Refinery's IPO, allowing PFAs access to N29.5 trillion funds for investment in Africa's largest refinery.
Abbey Mortgage Bank will hold its virtual Annual General Meeting on May 25, 2026, themed 'Shaping the Future', focusing on digital innovation and shareholder engagement.
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has inaugurated Mr Taiwo Joda, MD of Accion Microfinance Bank, as an elected member of its Governing Council.
40 million Nigerian telecom subscribers face service disruptions as FCCPC and operators clash over airtime lending regulations, sparking legal battles and financial inclusion concerns.
Dash Microfinance Bank reduces transfer fees to N5 per transaction to cushion customers from rising ATM card charges, promoting financial inclusion and affordable digital banking in Nigeria.
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Sterling Financial Holdings reports record growth in FY2025 and Q1 2026, with assets surpassing ₦4 trillion and profit before tax up 89% year-on-year.
Wema Bank launches Season Five of its 5for5 Reward Scheme with over ₦170 million in rewards to promote digital banking adoption and customer loyalty across Nigeria.
CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso unveils revised FX manual effective June 1, 2026, aiming to enhance transparency, liquidity, and stability in Nigeria's foreign exchange market.
FinTribe commits to empowering women financially across Africa, participating in the She Counts Financial Fair in Kampala, Uganda, to build a trusted ecosystem for women's growth and wealth creation.
CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso announces new FX operational guidelines effective June 1, 2026, aiming to boost transparency, liquidity, and stability in Nigeria's foreign exchange market.
Lagos State government has sanctioned 15 money lending companies for violating operational guidelines and engaging in practices detrimental to residents.
Airtel Nigeria announces job vacancies for experienced professionals with at least 8 years of experience in telecom, sales, finance, and enterprise business. Apply by May 18.
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Africa's richest man Aliko Dangote explains he prioritized his refinery and fertilizer projects over acquiring Arsenal, now worth billions.
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Greenwich Registrars upgrades G-Ease platform with live streaming for remote AGM access, enabling shareholders to follow proceedings from anywhere via mobile devices.
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria will hold the investiture for Dr Oladele Alabi as its 24th President on May 16, 2026, in Lagos.
Shareholders of Eterna Plc have approved a 50 kobo dividend per share following the company's 33rd AGM, where revenue of N302.4 billion was reported for 2025.
Stakeholders task professional accountants in Nigeria to prioritise digitalisation, urging adoption of AI and cloud computing to enhance efficiency and national development.
Femi Otedola buys 549.5 million First HoldCo shares worth N43.41 billion, strengthening his position as the largest shareholder amid rising investor interest.