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Nigerian stocks opened 2026 strongly as buying lifted the ASI 1.74%, pushed market capitalisation above N100 trillion, and added N1.87 trillion investor wealth.
The CBN reported that several banks lack international authorisation, while only seven first-tier banks meet offshore licensing amid recapitalisation programme.
Nigeria's banks ramp up recapitalisation ahead of the March 2026 deadline, fostering investor confidence and reshaping the sector amidst regulatory pressure.
The Central Bank of Nigeria mandates banks to enhance cash availability, enabling a stress-free festive season for Nigerians amid rising digital transactions.
Nigeria's banks shutter 229 branches as digital banking thrives, with PoS transactions surging 33%. 1.8 million operators face shutdown as registration mandates loom
Nigerian banks introduce a 10% withholding tax on foreign currency deposit interest from January 1, 2026, amidst President Tinubu's tax reforms for a fairer system.
Major Nigerian banks have alerted customers that from January 1, 2026, transfers of N10,000+ attract N50 stamp duty payable by the sender and list exemptions.
Billionaire Femi Otedola has sold his controlling stake in Geregu Power, signalling a strategic shift from energy investments to Nigeria’s banking sector.
Nigeria’s banks are racing to meet the CBN’s March 31, 2026 recapitalisation deadline, with 16 compliant, mergers emerging, and ACAMB dismissing rumours as false.
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