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Domestic financial audit

Nigeria CBN N5.2tn Unremitted Funds Probe

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Dec 16, 2025 · Last updated Dec 17, 2025

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The alleged N5.2 trillion unremitted funds by the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria could negatively impact Nigeria's fiscal position and investor confidence, as rating agencies closely monitor transparency and accountability in financial management. The ongoing investigation by the Nigeria — House of Representatives (Nigeria) and the reconciliation process are critical for restoring clarity and accuracy in government revenue reporting.

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The Nigeria — House of Representatives (Nigeria) Public Accounts Committee has directed the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria to complete a reconciliation exercise with the Nigeria — Federal Ministry of Interior (Nigeria) and the Nigeria — Fiscal Responsibility Commission over an alleged N5.2 trillion unremitted operating surplus to the Federation Account between 2015 and 2022. The Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Yemi Cardoso, has been summoned to appear before the committee by January 26, 2026, after requesting additional time for reconciliation. The investigation follows audit reports highlighting significant concerns over fiscal accountability and transparency at the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria, including other discrepancies totaling billions of naira. Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance (Nigeria), emphasized the importance of revenue integrity for economic planning and investor confidence. The Nigeria — Fiscal Responsibility Commission acknowledged historical challenges in compliance but noted strengthened enforcement powers through recent legal amendments.

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Yemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria, has been summoned by the Nigeria — House of Representatives (Nigeria) to appear before the committee regarding the unremitted funds.
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Bamidele Salam, Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of the Nigeria — House of Representatives (Nigeria), issued the directive for the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria to complete the reconciliation and appear before the committee.
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Charles Abeta, representing the Nigeria — Fiscal Responsibility Commission, acknowledged historical challenges with the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria and welcomed the reconciliation opportunity.
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Ademorin Kuye, Chairman of the House Committee on Public Assets, urged the joint committee to grant the Nigeria — Central Bank of Nigeria a defined timeframe for reconciliation.
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