Nigeria’s fast-growing financial technology company, OPay, has recorded another major milestone after winning two top recognitions at the ninth Tech Innovation Awards. The company was named Fintech Company of the …
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OPay Wins Big at 2025 GRC Awards, Reaffirms Leadership in Financial Crime Prevention and Compliance
OPay, one of Nigeria’s largest and most influential financial technology companies, has strengthened its industry profile after winning two major honours for excellence in financial crime prevention, governance, risk management …
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AMMBAN Marks 10 Years, Celebrates Growth of Agent Banking in Nigeria
The Association of Mobile Money and Bank Agents in Nigeria has marked its 10th anniversary alongside its ninth Annual National Conference in Gombe, with many stakeholders commending the critical role …
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Tango Brook Technologies Launches Tango Fuel Card to Boost Transparency
Tango Brook Technologies has unveiled the Tango Fuel Card, a new digital fuel management system designed to give individuals and corporate organisations better transparency, control, and rewards in handling their …
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FG Pays N330bn Cash Transfers to Poor Nigerians Under Safety Net Programme
The Federal Government has disbursed N330 billion to poor and vulnerable Nigerians through the National Social Safety-net Coordinating Office (NASSCO). The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, …
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Nigerian Tech Entrepreneur Danny Oyekan Launches DollarCoin to Tackle Inflation
Blockfinex, an international cryptocurrency exchange founded by Nigerian tech entrepreneur Danny Oyekan, has introduced a new digital currency called DollarCoin. The currency was unveiled as part of efforts to create …
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The Top 3 Most Profitable Sectors for Startups in Nigeria
Covering Nigeria’s dynamic business landscape, it’s impossible to ignore the sheer energy of the startup scene. Every day, new ideas and ventures emerge, all competing for a share of the …
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Safaricom, PayPal Link M-PESA Wallets for Global Transactions
Safaricom’s M-PESA service has partnered with PayPal to allow Kenyans to move money easily between their mobile money wallets and PayPal accounts. The new partnership is expected to benefit over …
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Interswitch Pushes Tech Innovation in Nigerian Hospitality Sector
Interswitch, a top African tech company, has restated its commitment to transforming the hospitality sector across the continent using technology. This was made clear during its participation as an exhibitor …
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North-East Nigeria Traders Adopt Digital Payments to Boost Security and Simplify Trade — Moniepoint Study
A new study by Moniepoint Inc. has shown that traders in Nigeria’s North-East region, particularly in Borno State, are increasingly adopting digital payment solutions to enhance security, reduce theft, and …