Mastercard Boosts Africa Digital Payments by 45% in 2025
Mastercard expanded its African acceptance network by 45% in 2025, driving SME growth and financial inclusion. Discover how this powers the continent's $1.5 trillion digital future.
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Africa's Digital Payments Hit $2 Trillion, Nigeria Leads
A new report reveals Africa processed $2 trillion via instant payments in 2024. Nigeria's NIP system is rated highly, but fraud concerns remain a key barrier to wider adoption. Learn more.
Accion MFB Calls for Urgent Reforms to Finance MSMEs
Accion Microfinance Bank pushes for digital onboarding and value-chain financing to unlock credit for Nigeria's informal sector, crucial for 80% of jobs. Read the key reforms needed.
Canada, First Lady Push for Greater PWD Inclusion
The Canadian High Commission and Nigeria's First Lady advocate for enhanced rights and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities, spotlighting artist Kanyeyachukwu's inspiring journey. Join the call for an accessible society.
PoS Operators Reject CAC Shutdown Plan, Head to Court
PoS operators, led by NAFIAN, plan a legal challenge against the CAC's mandatory registration, calling it overreach. The January 1, 2026, deadline could see unregistered terminals seized.
Kaduna Stakeholders Push for Women's Reserved Seats Bill
Women leaders and officials in Kaduna urge lawmakers to pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill for political inclusion. The call highlights the need for action beyond rhetoric.
Lagos MSME Trade Fair Aims to Strengthen Grassroots Economy
Lagos State announces a week-long MSME trade fair to empower small businesses, foster economic inclusion, and create jobs. Event runs from December 8-14 at Surulere National Stadium.
World Women Organisation Expands to Nigeria
The World Women Organisation launches its Nigeria chapter in Lagos, focusing on tech-driven empowerment for underserved women. Former Governor Amaechi pledges equal cabinet appointments.
Platnova Makes Nigeria's Top 100 Fastest-Growing SMEs
Platnova earns a spot in Nigeria's Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs at the SME 100 AWARDS 2025. Discover how their cross-border financial services drive economic growth and inclusion.
AfDB, FIN Advance Africa's Digital Finance Future
AfDB and FIN lead high-level talks on building a safer cashless economy in Africa. Key focus: digital trust, infrastructure, and financial inclusion. Read the outcomes.
Verve Issues 100 Million Payment Cards Across Africa
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.
CrediCorp's New Credit Scheme for Smartphones, Laptops
CrediCorp launches a digital device credit programme to help over 15,000 Nigerians afford smartphones and laptops. Apply now to boost your productivity and join the digital economy.
CBN Prioritises Digital Payments, Financial Inclusion for 2026
CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso outlines 2026 agenda focusing on payment system upgrades, digital finance expansion, and deeper financial inclusion for all Nigerians. Read the full plan.
FG Launches Device Credit for 15,000 Nigerians
The Federal Government, via CREDICORP, launches a national digital device credit programme to make smartphones and laptops affordable for over 15,000 working Nigerians, boosting digital inclusion.
Nigeria's development lags as women face exclusion
Stakeholders warn Nigeria's progress will slow unless gaps in women's empowerment, finance, and political participation are closed. Experts cite information, resource, and skills gaps as major barriers.
Accion MfB Opens 75th Branch in Kaduna to Boost Inclusion
Accion Microfinance Bank strengthens financial inclusion in Northern Nigeria with its 75th branch in Kaduna. The expansion brings affordable banking services to entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Banker Transforms Nigerian Finance with Data-Driven Empathy
Discover how banker Ozovehe Peter Otohinoyi is redefining Nigerian finance by combining statistics with human stories, achieving 200% revenue growth and empowering women entrepreneurs in Sokoto.
Tokenized Assets: Africa's Next Investment Frontier
Tokenized real-world assets are transforming African investing by increasing access, liquidity and transparency. Discover how RWAs could unlock trillions for the continent's economy.
Tokenized Assets: Africa's Investment Revolution
Tokenized real-world assets are transforming African investing by increasing access, liquidity, and transparency. Discover how RWAs could unlock trillions for the continent.
Banker Uses Statistics to Drive Financial Inclusion in Nigeria
Discover how banker Ozovehe Peter Otohinoyi is revolutionizing Nigerian finance by treating data as human stories, achieving 200% revenue growth and empowering women entrepreneurs.
FSDH Bank Invests N3bn in Women-Led Businesses
FSDH Merchant Bank reaffirms commitment to women's economic inclusion, disbursing over N3 billion in loans to female entrepreneurs through its Women in Business Initiative.
Structural Reforms Needed for Youth in Nigerian Politics
Advocate Omolara Svensson Busari calls for urgent structural reforms to boost youth participation in Nigerian politics. Learn about the barriers and solutions for young leaders.
NCoS Gives 24 Ex-Offenders Life Skills Starter Packs
Nigerian Correctional Service empowers 24 ex-offenders with vocational starter packs to ease reintegration. Initiative supports gender equality during 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests family
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Amufie community, arresting parents, groom, and matchmaker. Officials vow to educate and rehabilitate the girl.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests parents and groom
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Enugu Ezike, arresting the parents, groom, and matchmaker. The rescued teenager will be empowered through education. #ChildRights #EndChildMarriage
Zamfara Settles N67m Debt for 436 Freed Inmates
Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.
Intersex Man Shares Childhood 'Creepy' Questions
Roshaante Anderson, born with both male and female organs, reveals the inappropriate questions adults asked him growing up and his journey to self-acceptance.
Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism
Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.
CeBIH Demands Cultural Shift for Consumer Credit
Committee of e-Business Industry Heads urges Nigerians to rethink consumer credit to drive financial inclusion and economic growth ahead of 2025 conference.
Cross River: 800 GBV cases, just 5 convictions
Cross River State records 800 gender-based violence cases with only 5 convictions. Commissioner Edema Irom reveals shocking details about GBV in cocoa farms, motor parks, and online. Urgent action needed!
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