Banks seek more time for CBN data localisation

The Punch | 30-09-2026 02:37am |

Nigerian banks and fintech companies are seeking an extension to the Central Bank of Nigeria's data localisation deadline of January 2027. They cite the complexity of migrating data locally as the reason for their request. The deadline requires financial institutions to store data within the country.

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