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GTCO’s Agbaje built a bank he barely owns

Guaranty Trust Holding Company posted profit before tax of N1.23 trillion and declared its most generous dividend since listing for 2025, giving CEO Segun Agbaje a N410 million gross payout.

World Bank approves $500m for Nigeria smallholder farmers

The World Bank has approved $500 million in Nigeria agriculture funding through its International Development Association arm, backing the AGROW project to boost smallholder productivity, strengthen market linkages and improve food security.

Nigeria’s Central Bank Doubles Down on Inflation Fight

Nigerians are feeling the pinch of rising prices, and the Central Bank is taking decisive action. Governor Dr. Olayemi Cardoso reaffirmed the Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) commitment to keeping interest rates high to combat inflation. This comes after two significant interest rate hikes in 2024, pushing the benchmark lending rate to a record 24.75%.

Supreme Court Extends Validity of Old and New Naira Notes

Nigeria's Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the indefinite legal tender status of both old and new naira notes, impacting the nation's economy.

JP Morgan Forecasts Naira to Reach N850/$ by Year-End: What It Means for Nigeria

JP Morgan, a renowned global financial services company, has made a prediction that the...

Nigeria Faces Naira Pressure, IMF Offers Loan Option

Nigeria’s currency, the naira, is under pressure and the country could seek a loan...

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GTCO’s Agbaje built a bank he barely owns

Guaranty Trust Holding Company posted profit before tax of N1.23 trillion and declared its most generous dividend since listing for 2025, giving CEO Segun Agbaje a N410 million gross payout.

World Bank approves $500m for Nigeria smallholder farmers

The World Bank has approved $500 million in Nigeria agriculture funding through its International Development Association arm, backing the AGROW project to boost smallholder productivity, strengthen market linkages and improve food security.

Detained Nigeria coup officers’ families protest at NASS

Scores of children and wives of military officers detained over an alleged Nigeria coup plot staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly on Wednesday, demanding a speedy trial or the release of their loved ones.

CBN closes bank recapitalization with N4.65trn fresh capital

The Central Bank of Nigeria has concluded the Nigeria bank recapitalization programme, with 33 deposit money banks raising a combined N4.65 trillion in fresh capital over 24 months.