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On Early Warning Models For The Identification Of Problem Banks In Nigeria, Sani I. Doguwa
On Early Warning Models For The Identification Of Problem Banks In Nigeria, Sani I. Doguwa
Economic and Financial Review
This paper proposes alternative early warning models which could be helpful in identifying problem banks in Nigeria. The models rely on the /ogit-analytic technique and the use of financial ratios derived from the monthly returns the licensed banks render to both the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC). The two separate models, each developed for commercial and merchant bank, are more efficient in that they drastically reduced the mis-classification errors inherent in other failure prediction models developed in the past. To illustrate the applications of the models for policy, an appraisal of the financial condition …
The Conduct Of Monetary And Banking Policies By The Central Bank Of Nigeria, V. A. Odozi
The Conduct Of Monetary And Banking Policies By The Central Bank Of Nigeria, V. A. Odozi
Economic and Financial Review
Monetary and banking policies are usually the responsibilities of the Monetary Authorities which comprise the Central Bank and the Central Government. In Nigeria, while the Central Bank exercises primary responsibilities for initiating, articulating, implementing and appraising such policies, the Bank's proposals are subject to the approval of the Federal Government. To facilitate the understanding of the conduct of monetary and banking policies by the CBN, it is necessary to articulate the theoretical framework of monetary policy, the CBN-monetary management techniques, as well as the policy measures adopted since 1986 to reform and strengthen -the banking system.
Eradication Of Banking Malpractices In Nigeria: Will Law Alone Succeed?, I. Joe Goldface-Irokalibe
Eradication Of Banking Malpractices In Nigeria: Will Law Alone Succeed?, I. Joe Goldface-Irokalibe
Economic and Financial Review
The place of banks in the economic life of any nation is so strategic that every effort is made by the appropriate national authorities to regulate and effectively supervise banking business. This objective is often achieved through the mechanism of laws designed to purge the banking system of diverse frauds, and malpractices. This paper presents a general compendium of the socio-economic, as well as the cultural background that foster and sustain banking frauds and diverse malpractices in Nigeria. This is followed by an analysis of the various types of malpractices prevalent in the banking system, among which are malpractices by …
Developments In Money, Credit And Banking In The Fourth Quarter Of 1990, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Developments In Money, Credit And Banking In The Fourth Quarter Of 1990, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
The growth of the money stock maintained the high tempo observed since the third quarter. The acceleration was influenced by the sharp rise in foreign assets ( net) of the banking system and the increase in credit (net) to the domestic economy. Credit (net) to the government sector rose sharply while merchant banks' credit to the private sector was excessive. The expansion in the number and activities of commercial and merchant banks continued into the fourth quarter. The banks' assets and deposit liabilities increased substantially. The overall liquidity of the commercial banks increased while that of the merchant banks decreased …
Developments In The Banking Sector During The Fourth Quarter Of 1984, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Developments In The Banking Sector During The Fourth Quarter Of 1984, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
The upward movement in the level of money supply narrowly defined (Ml) which occurred in third quarter of 1984 continued in the fourth. At the end of December, MI stood at NI 2,204.1 million, increasing by N664.0 million or 5.8 per cent over the level at the end of the preceding quarter. During the corresponding period of last year, MI increased by N256.S million or 2.3 per cent to stand at NI 1,282.4 million. On a monthly average basis, Ml was NI 1,652.9 million during the review quarter compared with an average of NI 0,9 I 6. 7 million recorded …
Developments In The Banking Sector During The Second Quarter Of 1984, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Developments In The Banking Sector During The Second Quarter Of 1984, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
The paper discusses the developments in the Nigeria banking sector during the second quarter of 1984. The downward movement in money supply (M1) observed during the first quarter of 1984 and the factors responsible mainly for the contraction of M1.