New Naira: Be peaceful, CIBN tells Nigerians, reassures banks will remain open

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CIBN wants Nigerians to embrace peace, assures banks will remain open

The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, CIBN, has appealed to Nigerians for calm over the scarcity of the redesigned Naira notes, reassuring the public that banks are prepared to serve them.

The CIBN said “banks will remain open so long it is safe for them to do so.”

A press release signed by Dr. Ken Opara, President/Chairman of Council of CIBN, entitled: ‘CIBN, BODY OF BANKS CEOS, SUE FOR CALM, REASSURE THE PUBLIC THAT THE BANKS WILL REMAIN OPEN SO LONG ITS SAFE TO DO SO,’ the bankers’ body it “is liaising with the Body of Banks CEOs to address the current challenges. As such, the banks would continue to remain open to serve the public as long as it is safe to do so.”

Tbe explained that, “The safety and security of staff of banks is of paramount importance. Hence, where there is security challenge, the Management of banks have been empowered to take proactive measures to close operations in such location and inform the Central Bank of Nigeria.

“Therefore, the safety concerns being expressed in various quarters are already being addressed.”

The CIBN stated that, “Banks will continue to ensure that adequate security are in place to protect staff and customers whilst safeguarding the assets of the banks in contending with the current challenge.

“Consequently, we appeal to the general public to remain calm and eschew any act of violence as the banking industry remain resolute and committed to finding ways to address all the related issues.

“We, indeed, appreciate you for your continued patience and understanding as we work together towards restoring normalcy.”