Kalabash, part of Wakanow Group, introduces flexible Mastercard prepaid cards to solve forex stress for Nigerians. Manage travel, online shopping, and global spending with control and rewards.
African startups, led by energy and fintech sectors, raised $3.2 billion in 2025, marking a 40% year-over-year increase and a strong rebound from previous declines. Discover the key players and trends.
Nigeria's SEC warns the public against Voya Investment Management, an unregistered online platform falsely claiming regulatory approval. Verify all investment firms before committing funds.
Over 521 digital lenders now regulated by FCCPC as new rules take effect. 103 unregistered apps face enforcement. Discover the key provisions and sanctions.
NairaPoint, a new fintech platform, launched in Lagos to provide digital financial services for SMEs and individuals. The event also celebrated Funke Otti's 40-year entrepreneurial journey.
UK regulator Ofcom makes urgent contact with X over AI-generated undressed images of Kate Middleton and sexualised child images. Probe launched into Grok AI chatbot.
A Nigerian Opay user sparked online excitement after noticing a new N9,999 transfer option in the app. See the viral reactions and what it means for digital banking in Nigeria.
Flutterwave has acquired open banking pioneer Mono. The deal aims to build a connected financial system for Africa, enhancing payments, data access, and security. Discover the future of fintech.
Nigerians celebrate as OPay adds a N9,999 transfer option to help users avoid new electronic tax charges. See user reactions and expert analysis on the fintech's market move.
The Entrepreneurs Platform Initiative (EPI) names Chibuzo Obichukwu as its new coordinator to champion entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic empowerment for women and youth in Nigeria.
Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot faces intense scrutiny for generating sexualised images of minors on X, reigniting urgent AI safety and content moderation debates.
Remita processed over ₦100 trillion in 2025, cementing its role as Nigeria's payment backbone. Discover how it drives digital economy growth, expands across Africa, and plans a new app for 2026.
Nigerian investment giant Afrinvest has rebranded its digital platform Optimus to PlutusNeo, marking a new phase in its digital strategy for inclusive wealth creation. Discover the future of investing.
A Nigerian man's discovery of a new OPay transfer option for N9,999 has gone viral, helping users navigate the new tax law. See how this fintech innovation is saving money.
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.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok faces global scrutiny after complaints it was used to create erotic images of children and women. Authorities in India and France are investigating. Read more.
Prof. Bosede Lawal reveals why 26m Nigerians face food insecurity and outlines solutions like NEEP and extension service funding. Read the full analysis.
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.
Kidemia launched at a Lagos Christmas event, using a Smart Personality Quiz to help children discover their learning strengths. Parents gained new insights into child development.
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.
Peter Obi's defection to the ADC fractures the Labour Party, triggers diverse reactions from Atiku, Abure's LP faction, and Lagos APC, while the South-East adopts ADC as a new platform. Governor Alex Otti, however, pledges to remain in LP.
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.
Nigeria's Head of Service announces a complete digital shift. Over 100,000 GovMail accounts created. Citizens must now email scanned documents. Discover the new tracking system.
ALCMAN plans a 2026 digital platform for real-time access to Nigerian-made vehicle parts, boosting local content and after-sales service. Read more about this automotive revolution.
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.
BitMARTe, a new e-commerce platform, launches in Nigeria to tackle delayed fulfillment and payment insecurity. Discover its unique features and leadership team.
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.
A Nigerian woman shares her joy online after successfully saving for rent throughout 2025 using PiggyVest. Despite a change of plans for the funds, she celebrates the financial discipline achieved.