Nigerian banks closed 229 physical branches in 2024 as digital banking booms. PoS transaction volume jumped 33%, while 1.8 million operators face a registration deadline. Discover the full story of Nigeria's banking transformation.
A Nigerian entrepreneur saved N1,000 daily on OPay throughout 2025, expecting substantial interest. She was shocked to receive only N4,000. Read her story and see expert reactions.
Omolade Samuel Oke, CEO of Internopay, details how AI and CBDCs will transform Africa's financial landscape, enabling seamless cross-border trade and true inclusion. Discover the future of fintech.
Akufada Microfinance has been honoured with the Digital Transformation Pioneer Award at the Nexus 2025 Awards for its bold shift to digital platforms, setting a new benchmark in Ethiopia's financial sector. Discover how they are empowering communities.
Bluebulb, a cross-border payments fintech, has won the Finance Excellence Award at the 2025 PBN Awards. The award recognises its work in removing barriers for African businesses in global trade. Read more about this achievement.
PalmPay's Purple December campaign celebrates its third week, with winners like iam_rachyluv taking home prizes. The focus shifted to the fintech's international milestones, building user pride. The grand finale with a Christmas video challenge is next.
Opay has officially denied a viral social media claim about a N5,000 Christmas giveaway. The fintech warns users against scams and shares vital security tips. Read more to stay safe.
With over 50 million users, Chinese-owned fintechs like OPay dominate Nigeria's street economy. Experts warn of data sovereignty risks and urge CBN action. Read the full analysis.
OneDosh launches its cross-border payments platform in the US and Nigeria, using stablecoin tech for instant, low-cost international transfers. The service is live in 49 US states, with New York coming soon.
Wema Bank's Hackaholics 6.0 has empowered young Nigerian innovators, awarding N120 million in cash prizes. Discover the winners and the bank's commitment to STEM and youth development.
Russia pledges expanded cooperation with Africa at Cairo ministerial conference. Trade exceeds $27bn, with focus on industrial growth, security, and education. Details inside.
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
Lagos prepares for Traders Fair 2026 on April 10. Join top finance experts for seminars on Forex, Stocks, AI, and networking. Free entry at Lagos Continental Hotel.
Dr. Olufemi Bakre, MD/CEO of Parallex Bank, outlines the bank's pivotal role in shaping Africa's digital banking future. Discover his leadership philosophy and the bank's growth trajectory.
OmniPay has launched new payment tools and honoured key distributors at its first gala night, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Nigeria's supply chain against economic challenges. Discover the new features.
Discover how OHMS Capital is transforming Nigeria's investment landscape with data-driven fintech, blockchain ventures like WePairYou, and major agribusiness focus. Learn their growth strategy and vision for Africa.
The Corporate Affairs Commission warns it will place OPay, Moniepoint, Palmpay on a watchlist and report them to the CBN for enabling unregistered PoS agents. New deadline set for January 2026.
The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.
CAC orders all PoS operators to register by Jan 1, 2026, or face seizure. Fintechs enabling illegal transactions will be watchlisted. Full compliance is mandatory.
Herconomy's innovative Breastmilk Money Account secures four major awards, including the Grand Prix, at Eurobest 2025, showcasing Nigeria's global impact in fintech and maternal support. Read the full story.
Senator Adams Oshiomhole recounts his ordeal with hackers who siphoned funds from his fintech accounts, calling for stricter regulations. OPay responds to shutdown rumours.
OPay Nigeria scooped Fintech Company of the Year and Best Fintech in Cybersecurity at the 2025 Tech Innovation Awards. Read about their commitment to secure digital finance.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan reveals Nigerian content creators earn 50 cents for work fetching $30 in the US. She demands fairness in financial reforms. Read more.
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has named Morocco and South Africa as his favourites to win AFCON 2025, snubbing Nigeria's Super Eagles. Get the full story and expert analysis here.
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
Paramount Africa ceases operations in Nigeria & South Africa after 20 years. MTV Base & BET Africa will disappear from DStv & GOtv on January 1, 2026. Details here.
At the 2025 Social Innovators Programme, LEAP Africa declared Africa a global innovation centre driven by youth. Discover the award winners and key insights.
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
A new report reveals Nigerian firms faced a record 1,047% surge in cyberattacks last quarter, with stolen employee logins now the primary threat. Learn how businesses can defend themselves.
MTN Nigeria has disbursed N100 million to 20 innovative startups in Lagos through its Cloud Accelerator programme, offering funding, mentorship, and access to its vast network to boost scaling.