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Cardoso says Nigerian economy now stronger against global shocks

Nigeria’s economy is now stronger and better positioned to withstand global economic shocks, according to Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Olayemi Cardoso . Speaking at the Africa Capital Forum in London on the sidelines of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom, Cardoso said the financial system is being strengthened through disciplined monetary policies and institutional reforms . He explained that the CBN is reviewing its policy framework to make decisions more predictable and reduce uncertainty for investors, with the goal of developing clear, consistent and meaningful policies rather than relying on discretion . Cardoso disclosed that the apex bank has completed work on a new Payments System Vision for Nigeria, which will soon be launched to position the country as a major player in digital payments and cross border transactions across Africa . On the foreign […]

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CBN Hits Pause: MPC Holds Interest Rate at 27.5% as Inflation Cools – What’s Next for Nigeria’s Economy?

CBN’s MPC Holds Rates Steady: A Strategic Pause Amid Inflation Slowdown The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of Nigeria’s Central Bank (CBN) has opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 27.5%, halting months of aggressive tightening. The decision, announced after its 300th meeting in Abuja, reflects cautious optimism as inflation shows signs of easing and foreign exchange (FX) pressures moderate. Key Decisions at a Glance 🔄 Policy Rates Unchanged: Monetary Policy Rate (MPR): 27.5% Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR): 50% (Deposit Banks), 16% (Merchant Banks) Liquidity Ratio: 30% 📉 Inflation Cools: Headline inflation dipped to 23.71% in April (from 24.23% in March), driven by improved food supply and fuel price stability. 💵 FX Market Gains: Narrowing gap between official and parallel market rates signals growing confidence in CBN reforms. Why the Hold? Cardoso’s Strategic Vision CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso emphasized the pause allows the MPC to “gain clearer insights into evolving macroeconomic dynamics” while anchoring […]

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