The Central Bank of Nigeria has stated that its policies and systems helped steer the country away from economic crisis and are positioning the economy to better serve all segments of society.

The bank’s Deputy Governor, Corporate Services, Emem Usoro, said the apex bank is working towards building a resilient economy that supports the aspirations of Nigerians.

She made this known in Ikot Akpadem, Mkpat Enin Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, after receiving an honorary Doctor of Business Administration (Honoris Causa) at the combined 9th to 12th convocation ceremonies of Akwa Ibom State University.

Usoro explained that key policies included aligning monetary strategies with fiscal reforms, leading to exchange rate and macroeconomic stability, improved growth, and a more inclusive economy for sustainable development.

“At the Central Bank of Nigeria, we are working hard to build a resilient economy that would support your dreams and make you part of a global economy that is full of immense opportunities.“

We have developed systems and implemented policies that brought the country back from economic disaster and are positioning the economy to better serve all segments of society.

“In great synergy with the federal government, we have aligned our monetary policies with its fiscal reforms, which have already achieved exchange rate and macroeconomic stability, boosted economic growth and is fostering an inclusive economy for sustainable development,” she said.

Usoro added that the apex bank would continue to support academic and research efforts at the university, urging graduates to remain curious, seek knowledge, and stay committed to learning.

She also emphasised that excellence comes through preparation, sacrifice, and perseverance, encouraging female graduates not to be limited by societal or cultural barriers in pursuing their goals.

She further noted that the bank would provide support to the institution to enhance its academic and research impact in Nigeria.

Other recipients of honorary doctorate degrees included Aminu Ado Bayero; Muhammadu Indimi; Uwem Stephen Okoko; Mina Tamuno Williams-Agbons; Oliver Ebong; Inyang Udo Tobby; and Elvis Effiong Osung.

The university said the honours were awarded in recognition of their contributions to society, scholarship, public service, and human development.