Nigeria’s new tax regime does not tax bank balances, applying only limited stamp duty on transfers while expanding protections for low-income earners, officials say.
Mobile loan apps have driven a ₦1.22 trillion loan demand in Nigeria over the past year, highlighting the impact of digital lending on financial inclusion.
Nigeria experiences a 64% surge in Naira-based loan apps as citizens turn to digital solutions for quick and accessible credit, highlighting economic challenges and opportunities.
Nigerian fintech companies will be allowed to resume enrolling new customers in a few months, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The CBN had suspended new customer onboarding in April to address concerns about money laundering.
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in Nigeria is making significant strides in its National Identity Number (NIN) enrollment drive. As of May 2024, over 107.3 million Nigerians have been captured in the national identity database. The NIMC is also working to expand capacity to enroll 250 million Nigerians and introducing a new multifunctional National ID Card that offers a variety of functionalities beyond just identification, including financial transactions, access to government services, and travel identification.Â
Nigeria’s new tax regime does not tax bank balances, applying only limited stamp duty on transfers while expanding protections for low-income earners, officials say.
A Nigerian federal court granted Abdulaziz Malami and his family ₦500 million bail each, imposing strict conditions ahead of a February corruption trial.
AA Rano is introducing Nigeria’s first automated fuel stations, enabling 24-hour self-service fueling and digital payments through locally developed technology.