The CBN governor noted that financial inclusion can unlock untapped economic potential, particularly for underserved groups.
He said that the court judgement in Rivers would not stand the test of time.
The agreement is to enable private businesses in Nigeria to grow and thrive.
Some financial experts have urged the federal government to establish more farm settlements to achieve self-sufficiency in food production and moderate food prices
The House also urged the CBN to ensure that 50 per cent of the lending goes to smallholder farmers through microfinance institutions and farmer cooperatives.
CBN reaffirms commitment to Nigeria’s financial system stability
The ex-CIBN president spoke against the backdrop of complaints by bank customers on unexplained, multiple deductions from their accounts.
Ms Duke said that the spot sales was to reduce observed market volatility.
He listed others to include all adverts and invitations for submission of bids, among others.
The Monetary Policy Committee however retained the liquidity ratio at 30 per cent.
