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CBN Upgrades Moniepoint, Other FinTechs, MFBs To National Operators
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has upgraded the licences of Moniepoint and several major fintechs and microfinance banks (MFBs) to national status, recognising their operations across the country.
Mr. Yemi Solaja,…
CBN Plans New Debit Card Rules, Sets Fresh ATM Deployment Standards For Financial Brands To Ease…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled plans to introduce new regulatory measures in the financial system aimed at reducing ATM congestion, improving cash availability, and strengthening public confidence in the country’s…
Top Global Soccer Brands: Madrid Shoves Man United Down Money League
Real Madrid has scored big, topping the latest global Football Money League rankings, while Manchester United has suffered a shock slip to its lowest-ever position.
The annual report, which tracks the world’s richest football…
Customer Services In Banks Nosedive As Complaints Soar By 143 %, CBN Steps In
Consumers of banking services in Nigeria are facing escalating frustrations as complaints surged by a staggering 143% in 2025, according to new data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The number of reported grievances…
Ban On Beverages In Sachets Sparks Protest From Stakeholders, Labour Unions
Lagos streets erupted in chaos today as furious stakeholders in the alcoholic beverages industry, backed by powerhouse unions - NLC and TUC, stormed NAFDAC's office, chanting and waving placards against the controversial sachet…
Crackdown: FCCPC Boots Out Rogue Digital Money Lenders
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has intensified its crackdown on digital money lending operators flouting regulatory guidelines, removing several defaulting companies from its official register in…
Hilda Baci Sets Third Guinness World Record With Biggest Rice Serving
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has made history again. She has earned her third Guinness World Record for preparing the world’s largest serving of rice, adding to her growing list of achievements.
The record was officially confirmed…
Sugar Tax Could Hit Beverages & Jobs, CPPE Warns
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has urged the government to rethink plans for a sugar tax on beverages, warning that it could hurt local manufacturing and cost jobs.
CPPE CEO Dr. Muda Yusuf said while…
NAFDAC Begins Strict Enforcement Of Sachet Alcohol Ban
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has started enforcing the ban on alcohol sold in sachets and PET bottles smaller than 200ml.
The agency’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye,…
Google Boosts Safety in Schools With New AI Detection and Security Tools
Google has unveiled a suite of new features for its Workspace for Education platform aimed at strengthening security and promoting responsible use of AI in schools. The enhancements include AI media verification, ransomware detection,…