The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reassured Nigerians of the stability and soundness of the country’s banking sector, urging the public to disregard misleading reports circulating on social media and other platforms.
In a statement issued on Monday night by its director of corporate communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi, the apex bank stated that the attention of the CBN had been drawn to certain publications containing false information about the operations of a regulated financial institution.
“The Nigerian banking sector remains resilient, safe, and sound,” the statement emphasised. “Like all other regulated institutions, the institution referenced in these reports is held to stringent regulatory requirements, and there is no cause for concern regarding the safety of depositors’ funds.”
The CBN stressed that it maintains strong oversight of all financial institutions within its regulatory scope through robust early warning systems and risk-based supervisory frameworks designed to detect and address potential threats to financial stability.
It added that the mechanisms were in place to ensure any emerging issues are addressed swiftly, safeguarding the overall integrity of the financial system.
“We urge the public to disregard sensational or unverified claims and rely solely on official channels for information about the financial system,” the statement advised.
The apex bank reiterated its commitment to creating a secure banking environment where depositors can remain confident in the safety of their funds, assuring that it will continue to review and strengthen its strategies to protect the financial interests of all Nigerians and stakeholders.
