The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has opened applications for its newly introduced Knowledge Acceleration Programme (KAP) to drive data-driven research and shape Nigeria’s economic and financial policy landscape.
According to a statement released on Sunday, the initiative seeks to engage scholars, policy analysts, and professionals to contribute to high-impact research that aligns with the CBN’s strategic focus areas.
The programme will focus on key themes including monetary policy, financial inclusion, digital currency innovation, macroeconomic modeling, and sustainable development finance. It forms part of the CBN’s broader effort to strengthen intellectual capacity and inform long-term policy formulation.
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Eligible participants include postgraduate students, academic researchers, economists, and industry experts with proven experience in data analysis and policy research. Successful applicants will receive institutional support and access to relevant datasets from the CBN.
The apex bank stated that the programme will serve as a collaborative platform to bridge the gap between academic inquiry and policy implementation. It aims to generate actionable insights that can respond to evolving domestic and global economic challenges.
Applications are now open through the official CBN portal. The bank noted that shortlisted candidates will be evaluated based on research proposals, academic credentials, and policy relevance.
