Godwin Emefiele

Fintech use surges in Nigeria as volatility hits local currency

Between October and December 2022, the value of mobile-money transactions jumped by 25% to 2.5-trillion Naira.
Tawanda Karombo
2:10
Oct 26, 2022

Nigeria’s Central Bank targets high-volume markets to prop up eNaira

CBN is offering a 5% discount to motorised rickshaw drivers and passengers.
2:00
Sep 8, 2021

e-Naira promises ‘economic new dawn’ if done right says blockchain expert

The Central Bank of Nigeria has partnered with Barbados Fintech firm on proposed CBDC pilot known as Project Giant.
2:30
Jan 25, 2019

Experts lay into CBN over MTN resolution

Tech industry analysts in Nigeria describe US$53-million settlement as 'slap on the wrist' for the operator.
1:10
Jan 24, 2019

MTN's $53m settlement fee paid

The Central Bank of Nigeria governor confirms MTN has paid $53 million to resolve dispute.
3:50
Oct 8, 2018

MTN's $8bn headache could be reduced

Nigeria's central bank governor says the $8.1 billion it is demanding from MTN could be reduced.
1:20
Dec 21, 2016

Nigeria: 3 million new jobs by 2025

Officials outline plan to leverage digital financial inclusion towards job creation.