{
  "id": 4757904,
  "title": "CIBN conference to address macroeconomic challenges",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/cibn-conference-to-address-macroeconomic-challenges-4757904",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T01:36:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/cibn-conference-to-address-macroeconomic-challenges/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) is set to host its 19th Annual Banking and Finance Conference, scheduled for September 8-9, 2026, at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. The conference, themed 'Building a Resilient Economy in an Era of Disruptions: Strategic Imperatives for the Banking and Financial Services Industry,' aims to develop actionable policy frameworks to fortify Nigeria's financial sector amid ongoing macroeconomic challenges.\n\nWema Bank's Managing Director and CEO, Mr Moruf Oseni, who chairs the conference's consultative committee, announced that the event would transcend mere size. Instead, it will integrate insightful business discussions, specialized programs targeting youth and cybersecurity, and solution-oriented dialogues. Oseni highlighted that the summit would culminate in an official communiqué, submitted to fiscal and monetary regulatory bodies for informed decision-making and policy alignment with global best practices.\n\nThis marks the first time in the conference's 19-year history that a dedicated women-focused track will be included, spotlighting female leadership in fostering sustainable economic growth. The track is expected to address the pivotal role women play in building a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready economy, alongside efforts to empower key demographics like small and medium-scale enterprises and the youth.\n\nAmong the distinguished attendees are top government officials such as President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Minister of Finance Mr Taiwo Oyedele, and Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Mr Olayemi Cardoso. The conference will also convene corporate executives, technology providers, and development partners from the financial services sector.",
  "summary": "The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria has unveiled plans for its 19th Annual Banking and Finance Conference, aiming to generate actionable policy frameworks to bolster the country’s financial sector against ongoing macroeconomic disruptions. The flagship event, scheduled for 8 and 9 September 2026, at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, is themed ‘Building a Resilient Economy Read More:…",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "CIBN conference to address macroeconomic challenges",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/cibn-conference-to-address-macroeconomic-challenges",
        "published": "2026-09-01T01:16:39.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}