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Nigeria’s capital market now faces a major shake-up following mandatory minimum capital requirements set for market entities. Not only will the move see market operators outpace their peers in other African countries, but it will also trigger survival of the fittest. On January 16, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced new minimum capital …

Nigeria’s banking sector is approaching a decisive moment with just 77 days to the March 31, 2026, recapitalisation deadline. So far, about 22 licensed banks, approximately 65 per cent of the total, have confirmed full compliance with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) minimum capital requirements. Tier-1 lenders make up the bulk of banks that …

77 To Go: Tier-1 Banks Dominate Recapitalisation as Mid-Tier Lenders Face Pressure

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