Despite substantial net interest revenue (₦2.2 trillion), CBN saw a significant loss of ₦1.15 trillion in 2023.
From 2017 to 2019, the bank reported negative net interest income while maintaining profitability.
In 2024, profits increased marginally to ₦38.8 billion, following a significant decrease in 2023. 2021 and 2022 were recovery years, with considerable increases in both net interest and profits.
Profit decreased by nearly 68% from ₦123 billion (2015) to ₦39 billion (2024).
Profit after tax was typically positive, with the exception of 2023, when the institution suffered a significant loss, likely due to naira redenomination.
