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JPMorgan moves closer to Nigeria banking launch after Central Bank deposit

JPMorgan Chase is moving closer to establishing a licensed banking operation in Nigeria after depositing N50 billion, about $38 million,

JPMorgan moves closer to Nigeria banking launch after Central Bank deposit

The World Bank has set conditions for Nigeria to access a $500 million loan under the Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration (NAIJA) Development Policy Financing programme. The loan is contingent on Nigeria achieving satisfactory progress on agreed economic reforms, such as strengthening the business environment, improving public revenue, and reducing trade barriers.

The loan agreement was signed on October 6, 2026, with the $500 million facility divided into two tranches, with the first tranche subject to the World Bank's satisfaction with the implementation of the programme and the adequacy of Nigeria's macroeconomic policy framework.

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