The Nigerian government’s 2024 digital safety report has revealed a significant deletion of social media accounts across various platforms. The report, part of the federal government’s effort to […]
Why Fintech Transactions Outpace Traditional Banking: Unveiling the Truth
The notion that fintech platforms like OPay and Moniepoint offer faster transactions than traditional banks has become commonplace in Nigeria. People often cite ‘instantaneous’ capabilities of fintech as […]
NCAA Orders Off Switch for Phones During Takeoff and Landing
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has implemented a new regulation requiring mobile phone use to be switched off during takeoff and landing on all Nigerian airlines. This […]
Will Naira Cards Overthrow Virtual FX Cards? Examining the Shift in Nigeria’s Payment Landscape
A recent statement on X sparks debate about the future of fintech payments in Nigeria: the return of naira debit cards could make some fintech apps obsolete due […]
US Visa Requirements: Nigerian Applicants Must List Social Media Usernames
The United States Mission in Nigeria has announced a new requirement for visa applications, requiring applicants to list their social media usernames during the DS-160 process. This move […]
Cooperatives: A Foundation for Finance and Housing in Nigeria’s Landscape
In Nigeria, cooperatives—known locally as ‘co-ops’—are vital to the country’s informal financial system. With a limited formal banking sector impacting millions, co-ops have emerged as solutions for community-based […]
Nigeria’s Inflation Eases to 21.88% in July 2025
Nigeria’s inflation rate fell slightly in July 2025, reaching 21.88%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This represents a decrease from June’s 22.22% and marks the […]
Nigeria’s Digital Lending Regulations: Key Points & Impact
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has introduced new regulations for digital lending in Nigeria, with a significant impact on the country’s growing fintech landscape. Effective […]
Nigeria’s WAEC & NECO Exams to Transition to CBT by 2026
In July 2025, the Nigerian Federal Government announced plans to shift both WAEC and NECO school candidates’ exams (May/June) to a full Computer-Based Test (CBT) format by 2026. […]
Nigerian Commission Upholds Telecom Infrastructure Protection amid Strikes and Sabotage Concerns
Nigeria’s Communications Commission (NCC) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding telecom infrastructure, categorized as a Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII). This follows the recent suspension of planned strikes by […]
RentWise: A New Era of Transparency in Nigeria’s Rental Market
Nigeria’s rental system faces challenges from opaque practices and lack of accountability. RentWise emerges to bridge this gap, bringing transparency to the market with a community-powered review platform […]
Nigeria Bolsters Crypto Security with Chainalysis Partnership
To combat cryptocurrency scams, Nigeria is partnering with Chainalysis, a leading blockchain analytics firm, for enhanced transparency and investor protection. This move follows the surging interest in NexChain, […]
Google & GOMYCODE Launch Initiative to Train 1,000 Nigerian Developers
Tech giant Google has partnered with GOMYCODE to launch a new program that will equip up to 1,000 local developers with generative AI skills. The “Build with AI” […]
Idris Olorunnimbe Named NCC Chairman, New Board Members Confirmed
Nigeria’s Communications Commission (NCC) has appointed Idris Olorunnimbe as its new chairman. This appointment follows the constitution of the NCC board and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) […]
Nigeria’s New Police Biometric System: Adding More Data without Addressing Duplication
Launched in June 2022, Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF) Police Specialised Services Automation Project (POSSAP) promises to streamline specialized services such as character certificates and tinted glass permits. While […]