LAGOS MAY 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Naira has dipped from the best to the worst performing currency, according to a new Bloomberg report. This is a reversal in its recent gains, emerging as the world’s worst-performing currency after a wonderful performance last month. Synthesize Beautiful Scenes of Ha Giang Via Super Quality Travel Video – Flycam Nem TV…
LAGOS MAY 10TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The House of Representatives demanded an immediate halt to the proposed implementation of the cybersecurity levy imposed by the CBN. The resolution of the House was sequel to the adoption of a motion by Hon. Kingsely Chinda on behalf of others. He said the CBN through a circular to all Commercial, Merchant,…
LAGOS MAY 8TH (NEWSRANGERS)-There is enormous hope on the horizon for businesses in Nigeria as the Consumer Credit sector comes alive with the commencement of engagements with Nigeria’s lending ecosystem. No fewer than 19 commercial banks were at the first session convened recently by Nigeria’s apex bank, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) during…
LAGOS MAY 7TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set a deadline of July 7, 2024, for Point of Sales (PoS) operators to complete their registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The directive followed discussions held in Abuja between fintech representatives and Chief Executive Officer (CAC), Hussaini Magaji on Tuesday. During the meeting,…
LAGOS APRIL 30TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Kuda Bank, Moniepoint, OPay and Palmpay have paused account opening for new customers following a directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria. The directive came two days after the EFCC blocked 1,146 bank accounts involved in unauthorised forex dealings. “We’ve temporarily paused new signups on our platform. This means that you’ll…
LAGOS MARCH 6TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its decision to cease operations in Nigeria due to regulatory challenges with the federal government and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) regarding foreign exchange regulations. Customers have been given until March 8, 2024, to withdraw their funds, following the halt of naira deposits starting…
LAGOS FEBRUARY 28TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has disclosed that more than $26bn was channelled through a cryptocurrency platform, Binance, in the last one year. Cardoso disclosed this on Tuesday at a press briefing after the 293rd meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee in Abuja. The Binance exchange is a…
LAGOS FEBRUARY 21ST (NEWSRANGERS)-Former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele, through his legal team, has threatened to sue President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio over alleged defamation. Emefiele would demand N25 billion in damages from the Senate President if he fails to apologise, according to his solicitors. This was contained…