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Nigeria’s Parliament Showcases Rising Autistic Artist

Nigeria’s National Assembly hosted an art exhibition promoting autism awareness, showcasing a Guinness World Record artist and pushing lawmakers toward stronger inclusion policies.

Cardoso Urges Stronger Role for Farm Lending

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso urged banks to strengthen agricultural finance and expand farm credit as Nigeria pushes to improve food security and rural growth.

CBN Reforms Boost Investment to Four-Year High

CBN reforms have driven investment inflows to a four-year high in Nigeria, signaling positive economic growth and enhanced investor confidence.

Apps Drive ₦1.22 Trillion Loan Demand in One Year

Mobile loan apps have driven a ₦1.22 trillion loan demand in Nigeria over the past year, highlighting the impact of digital lending on financial inclusion.

Surge in Naira Loan Apps Reflects Nigeria’s Debt Boom

Nigeria experiences a 64% surge in Naira-based loan apps as citizens turn to digital solutions for quick and accessible credit, highlighting economic challenges and opportunities.

Fintech Firms to Resume Customer Enrollment After Regulatory Pause

Nigerian fintech companies will be allowed to resume enrolling new customers in a few months, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The CBN had suspended new customer onboarding in April to address concerns about money laundering.

Over 107 Million Nigerians Now Enrolled in National ID Database

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in Nigeria is making significant strides in its National Identity Number (NIN) enrollment drive. As of May 2024, over 107.3 million Nigerians have been captured in the national identity database. The NIMC is also working to expand capacity to enroll 250 million Nigerians and introducing a new multifunctional National ID Card that offers a variety of functionalities beyond just identification, including financial transactions, access to government services, and travel identification. 

Nigeria’s New Plan to Boost Consumer Credit and Economic Growth

Nigeria’s Federal Government has launched a new initiative to improve consumer credit and stimulate...

Nigerians Deposit More Money in Banks as CBN Boosts Lending and Devaluation Increases Dollar Value

Nigerian banks have witnessed a surge in customer deposits this year, as the Central...

Financial Inclusion for Women in Nigeria: A Game-Changing AI Initiative

At the recent Grand Challenges Annual Meeting in Dakar, Senegal, sponsored by the Bill...

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Nigeria’s Parliament Showcases Rising Autistic Artist

Nigeria’s National Assembly hosted an art exhibition promoting autism awareness, showcasing a Guinness World Record artist and pushing lawmakers toward stronger inclusion policies.

Cardoso Urges Stronger Role for Farm Lending

CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso urged banks to strengthen agricultural finance and expand farm credit as Nigeria pushes to improve food security and rural growth.

NAF Moves to Restart Stranded Military Flight

Nigeria’s Air Force is working to restore operations of a grounded C-130 aircraft in Burkina Faso as preparations continue for its flight to Portugal.

Tinubu Seeks Senate Backing for Troop Deployment to Benin

Tinubu asks the Senate to approve a Benin troop deployment after a failed coup sparked an urgent request for military support