CBN: Digital Revolution as Catalyst for Financial Inclusion, by Rahma Olamide Oladosu   In the rapidly evolving landscape of global finance, digital transformation has emerged as a driving force that reshapes financial institutions worldwide. At the forefront of this revolution in Nigeria is Governor Olayemi Cardoso,...

Cardoso: Restoring the Dignity of Naira with Painstaking Reforms, by Rahma Olamide Oladosu   The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, took the helm of affairs at a time the Naira was on a free fall. Despite his initial steps to arrest the downward...

Diaspora Remittances and Cardoso’s New Tricks, by Rahma Olamide Oladosu   Diaspora remittances have long been a crucial pillar of Nigeria’s economy, providing vital foreign exchange (forex) liquidity and contributing to financial stability. These inflows from Nigerians living abroad serve as a buffer against external shocks,...

Naira Redesign: Reminiscing on Lessons Learnt from a Controversial Policy, by Rahma Olamide Oladosu   In late 2022, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced an ambitious policy to redesign the naira, targeting three major denominations: ₦200, ₦500, and ₦1,000 notes. The initiative aimed to address...

How Far Can CBN FX Code Go? By Rahma Olamide Oladosu   The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) announcement of the Nigerian Foreign Exchange (FX) Code marks a significant milestone for the country’s banking sector. With the FX market being a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy, the...

How CBN's Voluntary Early Exit Program is Revolutionizing Performance, by Rahma Olamide Oladosu   In response to widespread criticism, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently affirmed that the departure of 1,000 employees in December 2024 stemmed from a fully voluntary process through its Voluntary Early...