President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria.
On March 11, 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the appointment of Lamido Abubakar Yuguda to the position of Deputy Governor at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This nomination aims to strengthen the bank's leadership. Reports from multiple outlets confirm the president's decision, highlighting Yuguda's selection for this key financial role. The Central Bank of Nigeria oversees monetary policy and financial stability in the country. No further details on Yuguda's background or the specific deputy governor position were provided in the announcements.