The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Lovonus Microfinance Bank, Mr. Adeola Ayibiowu, has said that microfinance banks (MFBs) remain the only banking option for millions of Nigerians, especially …
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CBN Silent as Recapitalisation Deadline for BDCs Elapses
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is yet to speak on the next steps regarding the planned recapitalisation of Bureau De Change (BDC) operators, even as the official deadline of …
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9 Payment Service Bank Wins Digital Bank of the Year at RegTech Rockstar Africa Awards
9 Payment Service Bank (9PSB) has been named the Digital Bank of the Year at the 2025 RegTech Rockstar Africa Awards, a prestigious recognition that celebrates innovation and excellence in …
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CBN Launches Three New Tools to Support Islamic Finance in Nigeria
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced three new financial instruments aimed at deepening the country’s non-interest financial market and helping Islamic finance institutions manage liquidity better. This move …
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Mida Technologies Redefines Debt Recovery with Tech-Driven Empathy, Achieves 40% Repayment Rate
Mida Technologies, a Nigerian loan recovery firm, is making waves in the country’s financial sector by adopting a unique model that combines technology with empathy—a strategy that is yielding a …
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Sanlam and Allianz Set to Finalize Merger in Nigeria, Reshaping Insurance Landscape
Two of the most prominent players in global and African insurance and financial services, Sanlam and Allianz, appear poised to complete the anticipated merger of their operations in Nigeria, marking …
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Nigerian Loan Recovery Firm, Mida Technologies, Achieves 40% Success with Tech and Empathy
A Nigerian loan recovery company, Mida Technologies, says it is recovering up to 40 per cent of bad loans by using a human-focused approach supported by technology, breaking away from …
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UBA Named Nigeria’s Strongest Brand in 2024, Ranks Among World’s Top 15 Banking Brands
United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has claimed the top spot as Nigeria’s strongest brand in the 2024 Brand Finance ranking, making a significant leap from its 9th position in …
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UBA Wins Big at 2025 DBN Awards, Honoured for Supporting Small Businesses Across Nigeria
United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has again been recognised for its strong support for small businesses in Nigeria. The bank won four top awards at the 2025 Development Bank …
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LivingTrust Mortgage Bank Wins DBN Innovation Award for Supporting Small Businesses in 2024
LivingTrust Mortgage Bank Plc has been honoured with the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award in the Other Financial Institution (OFI) category for the financial year 2024. This award, …