31 h. ago Bankit MFB Showcases Nigeria’s Fintech Growth Story At GITEX Africa

A Nigerian  digital bank, Bankit Microfinance Bank (MFB) has successfully showcased its innovations and growth journey at the just concluded GITEX Africa, one of the continent’s largest platforms for technology and innovation. At the event, Bankit MFB highlighted its strides in fintech in Nigeria, reinforcing its role as a CBN-licensed and NDIC-insured digital bank committed […]

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54 h. ago IMF highlights how stablecoins, financial innovations may reshape global economy

Tribune Online IMF highlights how stablecoins, financial innovations may reshape global economy The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that stablecoins and other financial innovations could transform the global economy, offering opportunities for efficiency and inclusion but also posing significant risks to financial stability. In a recent blog post, Gita Bhatt of the IMF noted that policymakers face a delicate balancing act: reaping the benefits of new […] IMF highlights how stablecoins, financial innovations may reshape global economy Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Fintech, Financial Inclusion Fusion To Deepen Banking, Insurance Penetration – Experts

As the country struggles to increase financial inclusion of the currently unbanked Nigerians, experts said fintech was an avenue to speed up the process, such that those excluded could be included via digital banking and insurance platforms. The experts, who spoke at the 2nd Business Journal Fintech & Financial Inclusion Roundtable 2025 in Victoria Island, […]

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7 d. ago UBA, Mastercard launch prepaid card to deepen financial inclusion

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, in collaboration with Mastercard, on Tuesday, announced the launch of the Mastercard prepaid card to further accelerate financial inclusion and expand access to digital payment solutions across Africa. The card, which does not require a traditional bank account, is designed to serve individuals who have historically lacked access to […] The post UBA, Mastercard launch prepaid card to deepen financial inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigerians invest N981 billion in stocks in first seven months of 2025

In the first seven months of 2025, everyday Nigerians invested over N981 billion into equities listed on the Nigerian Exchange read more Nigerians invest N981 billion in stocks in first seven months of 2025

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8 d. ago Katsina to boost financial inclusion through microfinance bank licensing

The Katsina State Government has ramped up efforts to secure the final licensing of Amana Microfinance Bank as the Governor’s read more Katsina to boost financial inclusion through microfinance bank licensing

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8 d. ago FG Offers Investors 16.541% Rates In September 2025 Savings Bonds

The FGN Savings Bond programme, introduced in 2017, was designed to deepen the domestic bond market, promote financial inclusion, and offer retail investors access to secure and low-risk government securities. The post FG Offers Investors 16.541% Rates In September 2025 Savings Bonds appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago DigitVant MFB health insurance plan grants customers access to 500 hospitals

Digitvant Microfinance Bank has launched an affordable health insurance package for its customers to drive financial inclusion, with access to read more DigitVant MFB health insurance plan grants customers access to 500 hospitals

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1 week ago Digitvant MFB unveils affordable health insurance plan to drive financial inclusion

By Chukwuma Umeorah Digitvant Microfinance Bank has introduced a low-cost health insurance package for its customers as part of efforts to expand financial inclusion and ease the burden of medical expenses. Speaking at the bank’s maiden Customers’ Open Day in Lagos on Thursday, the Chairman, Kayode Oluwagboye, said the initiative was designed to strengthen the […] The post Digitvant MFB unveils affordable health insurance plan to drive financial inclusion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Why cybersecurity must be a boardroom priority in securing the national digital economy

Across both public and private sectors, digital transformation has become a core driver of economic productivity, financial inclusion, and public read more Why cybersecurity must be a boardroom priority in securing the national digital economy

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2 w. ago LAPO MFB marks International Youth Day with NYSC empowerment initiative

LAPO Microfinance Bank has marked International Youth Day 2025 with a youth empowerment initiative at the National Youth Service Corps read more LAPO MFB marks International Youth Day with NYSC empowerment initiative

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2 w. ago UBA promotes financial inclusion with fresh N150m customer reward scheme

…launches super savers promo season 5 As part of efforts to promote financial inclusion, UBA has officially launched Season 5 read more UBA promotes financial inclusion with fresh N150m customer reward scheme

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2 w. ago Katsina govt set to train 18,000 teachers, distributes 20,000 tablets to boost education

The Katsina State Government has rolled out education reform initiative with the launch of a training program for 18,000 teachers read more Katsina govt set to train 18,000 teachers, distributes 20,000 tablets to boost education

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3 w. ago FirstBank Agric & Export Conference: Kyari to share insights on building non

Tribune Online FirstBank Agric & Export Conference: Kyari to share insights on building non-oil export driven economy FIRSTBANK, the premier West African financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, is proud to announce the 2025 edition of the FirstBank Agric and Export Conference themed “The Fundamentals of Building a Non-Oil Export Driven Economy“, which will take place today at the Eko Convention Centre. Building on the momentum of previous successful editions, this […] FirstBank Agric & Export Conference: Kyari to share insights on building non-oil export driven economy Tribune Online

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3 w. ago 10,000 Widows To Get ₦15,000 Monthly Stipend, Free Healthcare Services ln Delta

Delta State governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday, flagged off the Widows Welfare Scheme to uplift vulnerable groups and promote inclusive governance in the state. The initiative was designed to provide financial and healthcare support for 10,000 widows drawn from across the state. Speaking at the event, Governor Oborevwori said each widow will receive a […]

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3 w. ago Scaling Africa’s fintech to bridge financial inclusion gaps and boost SMEs

Introduction: Fintech as Africa’s Economic Equaliser Across the African continent, millions of people still lack access to basic financial services: read more Scaling Africa’s fintech to bridge financial inclusion gaps and boost SMEs

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3 w. ago UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has secured a N5 billion loan facility from the Bank of Industry (BOI), to boost key sectors of the economy and support the growth of sustainable and viable businesses in the country, especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by women. The facility disbursed through the Federal […] The post UBA to empower female entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion with N5bn BoI MSME fund appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago CBN approves new board members for Infinity Microfinance Bank

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the appointment of Clara Oloniniyi as chairman and Aweh Duke Ebikeme as read more CBN approves new board members for Infinity Microfinance Bank

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4 w. ago CBN Reaffirms Commitment to Financial Inclusion, Price Stability

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has restated its commitment to driving financial inclusion, stimulating productivity, and delivering on its core monetary and price stability mandate. Speaking at the CBN Fair in Lagos, themed “Driving Alternative Payment Channels as Tools for Financial Inclusion, Growth and Accelerated Economic Development”, the Bank’s acting Director, Corporate Communications, Mrs. […]

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4 w. ago AltBank Mobilises Traders, Farmers To Drive Financial Inclusion

As part of its efforts to drive financial inclusion in the country, particularly among the underserved, The Alternative Bank, through Sterling Financial Holdings Company, is partnering with the Association of Market Women/Men and Farmers of Nigeria (AMWMF) to address the challenges faced by millions of market women, men, and farmers who have long been excluded […]

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