CBN unveils new benchmark rate to boost financial market credibility

Punchng | 16-06-2026 05:04am |

The Central Bank of Nigeria has introduced the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate (NOFR) as a new benchmark rate aimed at enhancing the credibility and transparency of the financial market. This initiative is part of the bank's broader strategy to improve monetary policy effectiveness. The NOFR is expected to provide a more reliable reference point for financial transactions, thereby fostering greater confidence among market participants.

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