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Don’t just focus on profits, Tinubu tells banks
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points The President's message emphasizes that financial success is not solely defined by profits. President Bola Tinubu has urged financial institutions to adopt a new approach.
President Bola Tinubu has urged financial institutions to adopt a new approach. He wants them to prioritize driving economic growth and improving welfare. Banks are being asked to finance productive sectors of the economy.
The President's message emphasizes that financial success is not solely defined by profits. Further details about this message are available from the source.
President Tinubu's comments were made through a representative at a conference, where he encouraged banks to rethink their strategies.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
Source: Vanguard ·
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