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World Bank and IMF: In the shadow of their talons.

The American World Bank and the European International Monetary Fund, IMF, in the past few weeks, circled Nigeria like vultures waiting for the prey to die. The twin organisations have become more active and quite audacious since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came to power on May 29, 2023. They are like predators, ready for the Read More…

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CBN assures Nigerian bank customers amid takeover rumours

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed the safety of funds held in Nigerian banks, quelling concerns among depositors and customers. Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, the Acting Director of the CBN’s Corporate Communications Department, addressed apprehensions following reports hinting at potential takeovers of certain financial institutions under CBN supervision. Sidi-Ali clarified that the assurance stemmed Read More…