Finance Nigeria’s MPR Reduction: What the 2026 Rate Cut Means for Businesses October 22, 2026 Editorial Team Nigeria's MPR reduction to 23% opens new financing avenues for SMEs and larger firms, reshaping credit costs and investment decisions across the economy.
Finance CBN Deposits Surge Past N6 trillion After Massive OMO Repayment October 17, 2026 Editorial Team Banks’ CBN deposits rise above N6 trillion after a N2.4 trillion OMO repayment, signalling strong liquidity and new opportunities for borrowers and investors.
Finance Bank of Uganda Rate Hike to 12% as Currency and Inflation Pressures Mount October 15, 2026 Editorial Team The Bank of Uganda rate hike pushes borrowing costs to 12% as the shilling weakens and inflation looms. Analysts warn of ripple effects across East Africa’s economies.
Finance CBN’s September OMO Sweep: N17.5 trillion Sold, N10.9 trillion Injected – What It Means for the Naira October 4, 2026 Editorial Team The Central Bank of Nigeria’s September 2026 Open Market Operations saw N17.5 trillion sold and N10.9 trillion injected, tightening liquidity by about N6.6 trillion and reshaping the naira’s outlook.
Finance CBN Rate Cut Boosts Nigerian Markets: Analysts Weigh In September 23, 2026 Editorial Team The Central Bank of Nigeria's surprise CBN rate cut to 23% is being hailed as a positive signal for Nigerian and African markets, boosting investor confidence and economic outlook for…
Finance CPPE Calls on Nigerian Banks to Pass on CBN’s 350bps Cut and Lower Lending Rates for Borrowers September 23, 2026 Editorial Team The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise urges banks to lower lending rates after the CBN’s 350bps cut, stressing that cheaper credit is vital for SMEs and growth.
Finance Nigeria Formalises Fiscal‑monetary Coordination with New CBN MoU September 18, 2026 Editorial Team Nigeria's Federal Government and the Central Bank have signed a landmark MoU to boost fiscal monetary coordination, promising tighter macro‑policy alignment and steadier growth.
Finance IMF Calls for Bold Africa Economic Reforms to Unlock Africa’s Economic Potential in 2026 August 26, 2026 Editorial Team The IMF urges Nigeria and Africa’s largest economies to accelerate fiscal, monetary, and governance reforms to stabilise economies and spur inclusive growth. Here’s what needs to change.
