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Nigerian Treasury Bills Yield Climbs Above Inflation

Nigerian Treasury bills yield climbs above inflation as investors position for a major auction and markets anticipate softer monetary policy.

Naira Weakens as Dollar Demand Pressures Persist

The naira weakened at the official market as dollar demand surged, prompting fresh calls for deeper intervention from the Central Bank.

Dollar To Naira Rate Steadies Amid Market Pressure

The dollar to naira exchange rate steadied on October 15, 2025, with official and parallel market rates showing minimal movement.

Nigerian Banks’ Deposits with CBN Soar Dramatically High

The CBN's deposits from Nigerian banks grew by over 800% year over year in 2025. This shows that the money market was tighter and there was too much cash.

CBN Reports N38.8 Billion Profit, Reversing Heavy 2023 Loss

CBN rebounds from N1.15 trillion loss to report N38.8 billion profit in 2024

Businessman Sentenced, Wristwatch Forfeited For Refusing Naira

Uzondu Chimaobi sentenced to four years in prison for refusing to accept Naira as payment, violating Nigerian law on legal tender.

Nigeria Records $6.83 Billion Payments Surplus in 2024

Nigeria records a $6.83 billion payments surplus in 2024, marking the first surplus in three years. Key reforms and trade performance contributed to the success.

Kenya’s President Ruto Nominates Interior Minister as New Deputy President

Zenith Bank has named Abiodun Durosinmi as its new CFO, following the Central Bank of Nigeria's approval of the appointment

Nigeria’s Inflation Slows for the First Time in 19 Months

Nigeria’s inflation rate slows after 19 months of increase, offering brief relief but ongoing economic challenges remain.

Nigeria’s Economic Activity Drops for 13th Straight Month in July

Nigeria's economic activity contracts for the 13th month, as rising costs and declining employment continue to hinder growth.

Nigeria’s Inflation Climbs to 34.19% in June, Driven by Food Prices

Nigeria's inflation rate rose to 34.19% in June, driven by rising food prices. This significant increase poses serious concerns for the economy and citizens.

Nigeria’s Weekly Billion-Dollar Crypto Transactions Face Regulatory Scrutiny

Nigeria's booming cryptocurrency market, with transactions worth billions of dollars weekly, is facing increased regulatory scrutiny as authorities aim to balance innovation with financial stability and consumer protection, addressing concerns over money laundering and fraud.

Banks’ Weekly Borrowing from CBN Soars to ₦5.38 Trillion Amid Liquidity Crunch

Nigerian banks' weekly borrowing from the CBN has surged to ₦5.38 trillion, reflecting increased liquidity demand and economic challenges.

Naira Falls as External Reserves Dip Despite FX Reforms

The naira continues to fall amid declining external reserves, despite FX reforms by the Central Bank of Nigeria, raising concerns about the country's economic stability.

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Nigerian Treasury Bills Yield Climbs Above Inflation

Nigerian Treasury bills yield climbs above inflation as investors position for a major auction and markets anticipate softer monetary policy.

Naira Weakens as Dollar Demand Pressures Persist

The naira weakened at the official market as dollar demand surged, prompting fresh calls for deeper intervention from the Central Bank.

Nigerian Bonds Yield Drops as Inflation Slows

Nigerian bonds yield dropped to 15.46 percent as disinflation encourages investor demand, with real interest rates rising and long-term debt instruments attracting strong interest.

Unity Bank MD Urges Youths to Embrace Savings Culture

Unity Bank MD urges young Nigerians to embrace a savings culture, stressing financial literacy, early money management, and long-term resilience for economic independence.