The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) injected US $543.50 million into the Nigerian foreign exchange market between September 6 and 30 in response to currency volatility. The bank attributed the volatility to strong import demand and seasonal factors. Nigeria is facing a shortage of foreign exchange and the government has taken various measures to respond, including restricting foreign currency withdrawals and considering selling oil in local currency.
Akinwumi, a senior official of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), testified against Binance at a recent court hearing in Abuja alleging that the company was operating in the country without a license. During the questioning of Akinwummi by the prosecution led by EFCC consultant Ekele Iheanacho, Akinwumi stated: "CBN has not issued any license to Binance". In addition, Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan is facing money laundering charges. He was arrested by Nigerian authorities in February 2024 a...