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Transforming The Mortgage Sub-Sector Using The Fss 2020 Platform, Patrick E. Aririguzo Sep 2017

Transforming The Mortgage Sub-Sector Using The Fss 2020 Platform, Patrick E. Aririguzo

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This paper examines the Mortgage sector of FSS2020 Strategy document which falls within the category of the drivers of the FSS2020 Strategy implementation blueprint. FSS2020 Mortgage: Vision and Mission. The paper further explores the Strategic Objectives of FSS2020 Mortgage Sector and the Transformational Programmes which includes: Ml - Establish a secondary mortgage market; M2 - Attract affordable international credit to fund affordable housing programmes; M3 - Advocate for mortgage ready and affordable housing. Three Transformational Programmes were designed to support the realization of the three objectives of the Mortgage Sector namely: TPl - Establishment of Mortgage Refinancing Companies (MRC) TP2 …


How Micro Small And Medium Enterprises (Msmes) Can Leverage On Central Bank Of Nigeria's Real Sector Initiatives, Paul Nduka Eluhaiwe Jun 2016

How Micro Small And Medium Enterprises (Msmes) Can Leverage On Central Bank Of Nigeria's Real Sector Initiatives, Paul Nduka Eluhaiwe

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This paper seeks to explore how MSMES can leverage on financing interventions of the CBN with a view to enabling them grow their businesses, employ more Nigerians and contribute to GDP.


Cointegration Analysis Of Public Expenditure On Tertiary Education And Economic Growth In Nigeria, Japheth T. Torruam, Moses A. Chiawa, Cyprian C. Abur Dec 2014

Cointegration Analysis Of Public Expenditure On Tertiary Education And Economic Growth In Nigeria, Japheth T. Torruam, Moses A. Chiawa, Cyprian C. Abur

CBN Journal of Applied Statistics (JAS)

The paper investigates the Impact of public expenditure on tertiary education and economic growth in Nigeria using time series data for the period 1990- 2011.The econometric methodology employed was cointegration and error correction technique. The study concludes that public expenditure on tertiary education has positive impact on economic growth in Nigeria. The study recommended that government and private sectors should partner by mobilizing resources to furnish tertiary institutions and equip them with adequate facilities in order to enhance tertiary education development for sustainable economic growth.


The Performance Of The Nigerian Capital Market Since Deregulation In 1986., J. A. Babalola, M. A. Adegbite Mar 2001

The Performance Of The Nigerian Capital Market Since Deregulation In 1986., J. A. Babalola, M. A. Adegbite

Economic and Financial Review

The capital Market in Nigeria had been influenced by various factors which are associated with the level of development of the Nigerian economy. The paper discusses the development of the capital market with emphasis on the period since deregulation in 1986. The institutions that are crucial for the delivery of financial services in the market were analysed with focus on their evolution, performance and prospects. The. market in Nigeria was compared with other emerging markets with the conclusion that the market, remains shallow and without the expected variety that characterised markets in countries at similar level of development. The prospects …


Determinants Of Foreign Direct Investment (Fdi) In Nigeria: An Empirical Investigation., H. A. Salako, B. S. Adebusuyi Mar 2001

Determinants Of Foreign Direct Investment (Fdi) In Nigeria: An Empirical Investigation., H. A. Salako, B. S. Adebusuyi

Economic and Financial Review

This paper examines, empirically, the determinants of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Nigeria. The results indicate that exchange rate, government capital investment in infrastructure and credit to the domestic economy are some of the main factors that influence FDI flow to Nigeria. In particular, it shows that the ratio of external debt to GDP (Debt/GDP) was an important determinant of the flow of foreign investment. FDI was also observed to be sensitive to domestic interest rate and real per capita income. The study also highlights the need to maintain political stability in order to attract FDI.


Corruption And Development (Susan Rose-Ackerman, The World Bank Conference On Development Economics, 1997, Pp. 35 - 57, April 1998), A.I. Ango Mar 1999

Corruption And Development (Susan Rose-Ackerman, The World Bank Conference On Development Economics, 1997, Pp. 35 - 57, April 1998), A.I. Ango

Economic and Financial Review

A review of the paper "corruption and development". The author examined the issue of corruption and its effect on development with special reference to the developing countries where it is more pervasive and is one of the major factors responsible for the stunt growth of their economies. Also, the role played by the World Bank in assisting any anticorruption effort by various governments and international organisations was highlighted. The paper is broadly divided into four major sub-headings viz: costs and causes of conuption; corruption and the organization of government; reform programs and conclusion.


The Role Of Central Banks In Capital Market Development: The Nigerian Experience., Alhaji A. Ahmed Dec 1992

The Role Of Central Banks In Capital Market Development: The Nigerian Experience., Alhaji A. Ahmed

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Central banks, especially in Third World countries, play a major role in the growth and development process. Although the structures, functions and powers of central bank vary from country to country, depending on the economic, political, social and other environmental realities prevailing in society, the primary role of any central bank is the promotion of monetary stability and a sound financial system. In performing this role, a central bank necessarily undertakes some functions which include the issue of legal tender currency, maintenance of the value of the national currency, enhancement of funds mobilization, facilitation of competitive efficiency among banks and …


Developments In The Banking And Finance Industry: Institutional Framework 1970 - Date Changes In Ownership Structure., J O. Sanusi Jun 1992

Developments In The Banking And Finance Industry: Institutional Framework 1970 - Date Changes In Ownership Structure., J O. Sanusi

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This paper provides a historical review of the ownership structure of Nigerian banks from the beginning of banking activities in the country in 1894 to the present. It shows that the ownership structure has both influenced changes in the institutional and legal framework and has also been influenced by them. The paper also analysed some of the implications of the changing structure of ownership and offered some recommendations.


Exchange Rates Developments In Nigeria, R A. Olukole Mar 1992

Exchange Rates Developments In Nigeria, R A. Olukole

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This paper discusses the determinants and behaviour of exchange rates. It also examines the exchange rate policies in Nigeria from 1960 - 1991. The pricing methodology was examined with an overview of the Naira exchange rate movements from 1986 - 1991. The paper is divided into four parts. Part I highlights the determinants and behaviour of exchange rates. Part II discusses the exchange rate policies in Nigeria from 1986 - 1991. Part III focuses on the pricing methodology with an overview of the Naira exchange rate movements from 1986-1991. Part IV examines the Parallel market and the Bureau DE Change …


The Financial Sector In Africa; Overview And Reforms In Economics Adjustment Programmes., S.E. Omoruyi Jun 1991

The Financial Sector In Africa; Overview And Reforms In Economics Adjustment Programmes., S.E. Omoruyi

Economic and Financial Review

This paper has reviewed the structure of the financial sector in Africa articulated the problems and discussed the nature of reforms adopted to overcome them. The overview shows that commercial and merchant banks and specialised lending institutions are key .financial intermediaries in Africa. including stock exchanges and.finance houses. However, the development of the institutions varies from country to country, depending on the dynamism of central banks and sophistication of economic agents. Although the financial sector in Africa has recorded notable progress, it has nonetheless been afflicted with a number of problems. The problems have arisen mainly from inhibitive policy environment, …


Developments In The External Sector During The Second Quarter Of 1990, Sector Division External Jun 1990

Developments In The External Sector During The Second Quarter Of 1990, Sector Division External

Economic and Financial Review

This contains report on the developments in the external sector during the second quarter of 1990 in Nigeria.


The Development Of Nigerian Agriculture: Suggestions For The Future: A Review, E.D. Balogun Mar 1988

The Development Of Nigerian Agriculture: Suggestions For The Future: A Review, E.D. Balogun

Economic and Financial Review

This is a review of the book "The Development of Nigerian Agriculture: suggestions for the Future", it highlights developments on Nigerian agriculture.


Developments In Nigerias' External Sector During The Third Quarter Of 1986., Department Research Dec 1986

Developments In Nigerias' External Sector During The Third Quarter Of 1986., Department Research

Economic and Financial Review

A review of the developments in Nigeria's external sector during the third quarter of 1986.