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CBN injects $210m to boost foreign exchange market

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Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has injected 210 million dollars in a bid to boost the inter-bank foreign exchange market and to meet customers’ requests in various segments of the market.

 

Mr Isaac Okorafor, Acting Director, Corporate Communications, Central Bank of Nigeria, in a statement on Monday in Abuja said that, the fund would ensure that legitimate demands for foreign exchange were met.

 

He stated that the CBN offered 100 million dollars to authorised dealers in the wholesale segment of the market, while the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) segment got 55 million dollars.

 

Mr Isaac Okorafor added that, customers in need of foreign exchange for tuition fees, medical payments and Basic Travel Allowance (BTA), among others, were also allocated the sum of 55 million dollars.

 

He reiterated the Bank’s determination to continue to intervene in the interbank foreign exchange market, in line with its pledge to sustain liquidity in the market and maintain stability.

 

He said that CBN would continue to manage the forex market with a view to reducing the country’s import bills and minimise depletion of foreign reserves.

 

It would be recalled that last week, CBN intervened in the market to the tune of 210 million dollars, to cater for requests in the airlines, agricultural, petroleum products, raw materials and machinery sectors.

 

Meanwhile, naira depreciated by 57 kobo to close at N360.67 per dollar in the Investors’ and Exporters’ (I&E) window.


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Kekere-Ekun, CJN Blames Reliance on Telecom Services for Online Banking Glitches

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Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, chief Justice of Nigeria and chairman of the Board of Governors, National Judicial Institute Justice has blamed telecommunications companies for the glitches experienced in the country’s banking sector.

Kekere-Ekun, CJN Blames Reliance on Telecom Services for Online Banking Glitches

Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, chief Justice of Nigeria

Kekere-Ekun said this in her keynote address at the 2024 National Workshop for Justice and Judges on Legal Issues in Telecommunications with the theme, ‘The Role of the Judiciary in Accelerating Digital Transformation in Nigeria.’

The blame on telcos comes in the wake of multiple glitches in online services. On August 14, 2024, customers reported that the Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) website was down, leading to speculation that it had been cloned and customer data intercepted.

The CJN said, “I will like to quickly bring our attention to two issues which I consider to be pivotal and which revolve around cyber security and the attendant challenges of exploring the digital space.

“The first is the increased risk of the personal data of consumers being misused or compromised by unscrupulous persons, thus necessitating the need for improved strategies and innovation for consumer protection in the telecommunications sector.

“Also, worth noting are deficiencies in the Banking Sector and which are attributable to reliance on digital services provided by the Telecommunications Sector. There is for instance the major challenge posed by electronically backed transactions which is commonplace in the Banking Sector.”

The CJN said these glitches have led to several issues including hacking of online banking platforms as well as banks being compromised.

“Concerns in this regard include the spate of customers whose online banking platforms have been hacked, as well as banks being compromised due to technological glitches not factored into their day-to-day operations. Consequently, these and several other challenges have resulted in a number of disputes which frequently require adjudication,” she said.

Kekere-Ekun said the deployment of technology in telecommunications plays a pivotal role in the advancement economic system of any country.

She, however, said there is a need to proffer solutions to legal issues arising from digital services provided by the telecommunications sector.

“It is also my expectation that the forum will equip Judicial Officers with the technical skills required for adjudicating disputes arising from the sector and keep them abreast with global standards and best practices,” she added.


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Ecobank Serves Customers Notice of Planned Service Disruption

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Ecobank Nigeria has alerted its customers to an upcoming brief service disruption due to scheduled system maintenance on its card services.

Ecobank Serves Customers Notice of Planned Service Disruption

The maintenance is set to occur from 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, until 1:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024.

In a notification to customers, the bank explained that during the maintenance window, cardholders might experience intermittent issues when using Ecobank cards on other banks’ channels.

However, the bank said all its specific channels, including ATMs and POS terminals, will remain operational.

Additionally, other digital platforms—such as the Ecobank Mobile App, USSD *326#, Ecobank Online, Omni Lite, and Omni Plus—will be fully accessible throughout the maintenance period.

The bank expressed apologies for any inconvenience, reaffirming its commitment to providing seamless banking experiences across Africa.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Zenith Bank Commends Customers After Successfully Unveiling Upgraded Enhanced Tech infrastructure

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Zenith Bank Plc has announced that it now boasts the best technology infrastructure in the banking industry, positioning itself to provide an exceptional customer experience and superior service delivery moving forward. This upgrade follows a recent comprehensive technology enhancement.

The bank expressed its heartfelt gratitude to customers for their support and patience throughout the upgrade process, while also extending apologies for any inconveniences experienced during this time.

This announcement was made in a social media post on Wednesday, signed by Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, the Group Managing Director/CEO.

In her message, the GMD/CEO emphasized the bank’s commitment to delivering an unparalleled service experience, stating, “We undertook this upgrade to ensure we can offer our customers the best possible service.”

Umeoji pledged that Zenith Bank will continue to innovate, ensuring that customer needs are met swiftly, safely, and conveniently.

The post read in part: “On behalf of the Board, Management, and Staff of Zenith Bank PLC, I would like to thank you for your patience and support during our IT infrastructure migration to a new and more robust operating system.

“We are truly grateful for the trust and confidence you have placed in us. The primary reason for undertaking this extensive endeavor was to better position Zenith Bank PLC for improved service delivery to all our valued customers and to create memorable banking experiences at all our touchpoints.

“While I regret the inconveniences and challenges you faced during and immediately after our migration, I am pleased to inform you that Zenith Bank PLC now has the best technology infrastructure in the industry. We are committed to ensuring you experience superior service delivery going forward.

“Rest assured, you remain our top priority, and Zenith Bank will continue to innovate and offer value-added products and services to meet all your banking needs quickly, safely, and conveniently.”


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