Macroeconomic Roundup: Naira wears a new look as CBN tackles inflation
Last week, Nigeria’s monetary authorities intensified efforts at solving Nigeria’s many fiscal and macroeconomic problem
Last week, Nigeria’s monetary authorities intensified efforts at solving Nigeria’s many fiscal and macroeconomic problem
Ummar Farouq regarded the act as disrespectful, especially for a corporation that generates revenue in the country
80% of the currency in circulation is outside the vaults of the commercial banks
The CBN launched a countdown clock showing when the old naira notes would stop being legal tender
A total of N2.7 trillion is currently outside the banking system
President Buhari launched the newly redesigned notes at the State House, Abuja
However, he reiterated that the current currency would remain legal tender alongside the new Notes until January 31, 2023.
Emefiele suggested that Nigerians should start carrying N50 around and use electronic banking for large transactions
In October, the apex bank announced that it would redesign the N200, N500, and N1,000 notes.
The lawmakers also questioned the impacts the redesign will have on the economy and residents living in rural areas