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CBN

April 4, 2026

CBN’s Bank Stress Test: Financial institutions advised to start portfolio review

The CBN directed banks to conduct stress tests to identify vulnerabilities. The directive followed the conclusion of the banking sector recapitalisation.

Nigerian banks
March 31, 2026

Most banks beat CBN recapitalisation deadline today, focus shifts to non-compliant lenders

The deadline brings to a close a two-year recapitalisation process that has reshaped the banking industry.

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March 13, 2026

FX market reforms raised capital inflows by 200%, says CBN governor

The CBN governor said the reforms had eliminated distortions in the FX market and improved transparency.

Alumni Lecture at St Gregory’s College
March 2, 2026

Nigeria’s net reserves soared to $34.8 billion in two years: CBN

Mr Cardoso said the 2025 net reserve position alone exceeded the total gross reserves recorded at the end of 2023, which stood at $33.22 billion.

Olayemi Cardoso
February 24, 2026

20 Nigerian banks met recapitalisation requirements: Cardoso

In March 2024, CBN announced a major bank recapitalisation programme requiring Nigerian banks to raise higher capital bases within 24 months.

Olayemi Cardoso
February 10, 2026

Naira’s value appreciates, gains N11.93 at official market

The naira on Monday opened the week with a gain at the official market, trading at N1,354.25 per dollar.

Stash of naira cash
January 17, 2026

Naira gains N1.33 against dollar to close week 

The naira which has remained relatively stable due to CBN reforms, experienced weeklong gain.

Naira and Dollar
January 8, 2026

NCC, CBN to unveil refund framework for failed airtime, data transactions

She said that failed transactions occur during network downtime, system glitches, or human input errors.

Nigerian Communications Commission
November 27, 2025

Court sanctions CBN for stalling hearing in 62 ex-employees’ suits

They sought a declaration that the claimants’ contract of employment with the CBN subsisted and remained valid and of full effect till date.

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November 25, 2025

CBN retains interest rate at 27%

Mr Cardoso said that the MPC also retained the 75 per cent CRR on non-TSA public sector deposits.

Olayemi Cardoso