CBN Governor Reaffirms Commitment to Financial Sector Reform, hosts British International Investment Team
Oru Leonard
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to financial sector reform and attracting long-term investment. This was during a meeting with a delegation from British International Investment (BII), led by its Chair, Ms. Diana Layfield, and the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Richard Montgomery.
The meeting focused on developments in the financial services sector, BII’s investment outlook, and opportunities for deploying patient capital to support banking sector stability, financial inclusion, and sustainable private-sector growth. Cardoso emphasized the importance of Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) providing long-term capital and strong governance in Nigeria’s reform agenda.
Ms. Layfield reaffirmed BII’s interest in Nigeria’s financial services sector, highlighting the need for regulatory clarity and sustained engagement to support investment and inclusive growth. The meeting was attended by senior officials from BII and the British High Commission.
