The Central Bank of Nigeria warned local financial institutions against rejecting older or lower-denomination U.S. dollar banknotes. The apex bank said it will take strong
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Nigeria’s Anti-Graft Agency Announces Reward for Whistleblowers Exposing Local Currency Abusers
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria has announced a 5% reward for whistleblowers who provide credible information leading to the prosecution of
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Nigerian Supreme Court Extends Old Banknote Demonetization Deadline Again
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has again extended the lifespan of the N1000, N500, and N200 naira notes. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) also
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Nigerian Central Bank Dismisses Old Naira Banknote and Cash Shortage Rumors
The Nigerian central bank has dismissed rumors suggesting that the previously demonetized naira banknotes are no longer legal tender. According to the bank, all banknotes
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El Salvador pro-Bitcoin president Nayib Bukele launches re-election bid
Despite Bukele’s popularity, some critics argue he isn’t eligible to be re-elected under El Salvador’s constitution.
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Bitcoin-friendly El Salvador can become ‘Singapore of the Americas’: VanEck advisor
VanEck strategy advisor Gabor Gurbacs expects a wave of new investment capital and immigration will push El Salvador’s economic growth in the coming years.
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