CBN suspends eNaira launch

Nwanisobi also noted that the CBN is mindful of concerns expressed about the eNaira, being among the first CBDCs in the world.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Thursday night suspended the launch of its Digital Currency (CBDC) - the eNaira, earlier scheduled for October 1, 2021. The CBN Spokesman Osita Nwanisobi, said the planned unveiling was suspended due to other key activities lined up to commemorate the country�

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