Small and medium-sized businesses across Nigeria are groaning under the weight of the forex crisis as the naira continues to fall and the foreign exchange market remains unstable. For many …
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Naira Falls Again Despite CBN Intervention, Faces More Pressure from Global Events
The Nigerian naira has continued to weaken against the US dollar, as it recorded another round of depreciation in March 2025, both at the official market and in the parallel …
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CBN Denies Introduction of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has debunked a viral report claiming it has introduced N5,000 and N10,000 banknotes to facilitate cash transactions. The apex bank, in a statement released …
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Nigeria’s net FX reserves rose to $23b in December, says CBN
Nigeria’s net foreign exchange reserves (NFER) have risen to $23.11 billion at the end of 2024, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This figure is $15.6 billion lower …
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FG Panel Reconvenes Monday Over Naira-for-Crude Oil Controversy
Abuja — The Federal Government’s investigative panel set up to unravel the controversial “naira-for-crude oil” swap deal is expected to reconvene on Monday, March 25, amid growing public concern over …
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Global Gold Prices Hit Record High Amid Economic Uncertainty
In a striking turn of events, gold prices have soared to an all-time high globally, as investors seek refuge amid rising economic uncertainties, inflation fears, and fluctuating interest rates. The …
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Naira Strengthens, Now Trades at ₦1,530.52/$ at Official Window
In a surprising twist in the foreign exchange market, the Nigerian naira on Tuesday recorded a modest appreciation against the United States dollar, exchanging at ₦1,530.52/$ at the official window. …
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ABCON seeks CBN’s support for digital transition
by Editorby EditorAs exchange rate volatility continues to impact the economy, the Association of Bureau de Change Operators of Nigeria(ABCON) has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to democratize and …
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Emefiele writes Reps over briefing on Cash Withdrawal Limits
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has again written to the House of Representatives, informing it of his unavailability to brief them on the new …
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Zenith Bank HackathonA total sum of N53 million in prize money was won at the end of a keenly contested hackathon session at the Second Edition of the Zenith Tech …