Allianz x Social Shifters MoveNow Global Social Innovation Challenge 2025: Now Accepting Applications
The Allianz x Social Shifters MoveNow Global Social Innovation Challenge has opened its application period. This international initiative backs youth-driven concepts and emerging enterprises that build resilience and enhance well-being in marginalised communities. Young changemakers developing solutions in climate resilience, community health, or financial inclusion are invited to submit applications. Read more about Opportunities […]
Moove: A Mobility FinTech Company on a Transformation Mission
Moove planned to dominate the global mobility sector, and this has been achieved over time by getting their customers started in 3 simple steps: apply for a car, get verified and start driving. Read more about FinTech In this article, we’ll be diving into details about this mobility company and how it is changing […]
Mobile Banking Adoption in Nigeria
In recent years, mobile banking in Nigeria has seen rapid growth, reshaping the country’s financial landscape. With the rise in smartphone usage and internet penetration, more Nigerians are turning to mobile banking for their financial needs thereby significantly increasing financial inclusion in the country. As of 2021, at 82%, Nigeria was reported to have […]
Halcyon EquityTech Fellowship 2024 for Entrepreneurs
Embark on a journey of empowerment with the Halcyon EquityTech Fellowship, designed to uplift entrepreneurs worldwide who harness technology to foster social and financial inclusion while bridging equity gaps in wealth, education, and accessibility. Supported by Capital One, Deloitte, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Arnold & Porter, this fellowship is a beacon for innovative […]
Insights into Mobile Banking Trends in Nigeria
The landscape of banking in Nigeria is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid adoption of mobile banking technologies. As a nation with a significant mobile phone penetration rate, Nigeria has become a hotspot for mobile banking innovation. This article delves into key insights and trends shaping mobile banking in Nigeria, exploring how […]
Meet The Boss: Dr. Elizabeth Kings-Wali
Dr Elizabeth Kings-Wali, drawing from over 18 years of profound banking expertise, emerges as a dynamic and achievement-oriented banker. A skilled leader, she has played a pivotal role in the formation of cross-functional teams and the cultivation of invaluable high-net-worth client relationships, which have proven instrumental in fueling continual corporate growth and elevated performance. […]
Fintech Is Transforming The Nigerian Financial Landscape
Nigeria is a country with a large and growing population, but it also has a significant financial inclusion problem. According to the World Bank, only 33% of adults in Nigeria have access to formal financial services. This means that the vast majority of Nigerians are either unbanked or underbanked, which makes it difficult for […]
Unlocking the Potential of Digital Banking in Nigeria
The advent of digital technology has transformed various industries, including banking. In Nigeria, digital banking is rapidly gaining traction, offering convenience, accessibility, and innovation to customers. This essay explores the potential of digital banking in Nigeria, highlighting its benefits, challenges, and strategies needed to unlock its full potential. Read more about FinTech Accessible Banking […]
Innovative Insurance Premium Financing Models for Nigerian Consumers
Developing innovative insurance premium financing models for Nigerian consumers is essential to increase insurance uptake and improve financial inclusion. Insurance premium financing is the process of providing loans or credit to individuals or businesses to pay for insurance premiums. This model can help individuals and businesses spread the cost of insurance premiums over time, […]
Top 5 FinTech Trends To Watch Out For In 2023
Fintech, or financial technology, is a rapidly growing industry that is transforming the way we manage our money and make financial transactions. In recent years, fintech has seen significant growth and disruption, and this trend is expected to continue in the coming years. Here are some key fintech trends to watch out for in […]
3 Ways FinTech Companies Can Increase Financial Inclusion In Nigerian
The FinTech industry revolutionised the financial system as it made financial services cheaper, more secured, and faster. In fact, between 2011 and 2014, the number of adult account holders in the world increased by 700 million and the unbanked population fell by 20%, mainly due to FinTech. However, there are emerging market strategies with several […]
How FinTech Could Help To Close Nigeria’s Financial Inclusion Gender Gap
Nigeria has long battled to draw more of its people into its financial system. For many years, tens of millions of people remained financially excluded, and couldn’t enjoy the benefits that come with having a bank account or saving via some other financial institution. Read more about FinTech This picture is changing. Of the […]
How Agency Banking Is Driving Financial Inclusion In Nigeria
Nigeria is home to one of the more vibrant banking industries in Africa. Some of its household names are emerging players on the continent; they’re setting up subsidiaries and acquiring smaller banks in the countries they target. Read more about FinTech But back home, they haven’t particularly captured all that’s on offer. Large swathes […]
App Of The Week: Sparkle
Technology adoption in banking is now a huge driving force for financial inclusion in Nigeria. From the provision of basic amenities to the up-scaling of SMEs and access to useful and affordable financial products and services, there are so many ways in which financial inclusion can benefit Nigeria’s populace. Read more about App of […]
Attend 2017 Financial Inclusion Summit
Financial inclusion is a powerful enabler of inclusive economic growth. Research has proven that access to finance and financial services empowers people in many ways as they are better able to start and expand businesses, invest in education, manage risk, and absorb financial shocks. Financial Inclusion also helps reduce income inequality and thereby accelerate economic growth. It […]