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FinTrak Rallies Stakeholders on Efficient Credit Risk Management Using ‘FinTrak Credit 360 Software’

Fintrak Software Limited, Nigeria’s foremost indigenous financial technology (Fintech) solution provider has rallied together banking and financial sector stakeholders on the need to adopt its robust Credit Risk Management solution known as FinTrak Credit Risk 360.
Speaking during the presentation, Bimbo Abioye, Group Managing Director, Fintrak Software Limited, stated that FinTrak software delivers customized state of the art business transformation solutions that can intelligently combine efficiency with critical information needed for management decision-making process.
He noted that FinTrak Credit 360 software has been able to improve user bank overall operational efficiency by over forty percent through automated strategic and digitized policy controls”
“In order to limit human error to the barest minimum, Credit 360 solution comes with artificial intelligence (AI) features.
“This feature can be used to work on corporate, retail and digital lending programs and the goal is to provide visibility and control of loan processes and to digitalize it, this is from customer interaction to the complete life cycle of a typical credit transaction.
“The solution is integrated with robust document management system providing capability for operators to work remotely even on their mobile devices.
“The Credit 360 software for credit managers is mobile friendly for optimized transaction turnaround times with paperless transaction capabilities. The software has been proven to make loan underwriting easier and seamless,” he stated.
Coming in two major languages, English and French, the new Credit 360 software has been described as industry leader and benchmark, a testament of what FinTrak Software Co. Ltd can create.
With its ability to be customized to fit into the organization environment. The FinTrak Credit Risk360 has the capacity to adapt to client’s specific requirements via an intuitive graphical administration platform based on the business and compliance rules management system.
Another unique attribute of the software is the Dynamic Alert and Notification Module in system popup, email and SMS formats. This feature helps in optimizing compliance monitoring, reporting and transparency.
With a high level of integration with other banking systems, the system requires no manual postings and update activities on the core banking system and data exchanges happen between the two systems via API, Fintrak Credit 360 risk management software supports all operational/analytical credit risk management processes such as reporting, annual, monthly, weekly financial statement analysis and rating; on a central platform.
The Credit 360 risk management software is a complete solution on its own. The FinTrak Credit Risk 360 supports registration and interaction with accredited vendors, allowing auto payment to solicitors, capture of remedial and recovery efforts, auto selection and assignment of recoveries to external agencies, and loan sales.
With a multi lingual approach basically in English and French, the software tracks everything relating to business subjects and people. The platform is written to do dynamic underwriting, loan management and analyst rating that can embedded in dynamic approval routing.
FinTrak Credit Risk 360 ensures maximum auditability for model administration as well as during the operational execution of processes such as risk rating and financial spreading.
Other features of the solution include Robust Collateral Management Module for Collateral sharing, Utilization history and exposure, Multiple contract allocation, Collateral swap, Location tracking, Collateral rating, Collateral Valuation, Collateral realization, Collateral document file tracking, Covenants tracking and many more.
Olamide Olayeni, a top banker and Credit Manager from Standard Chartered Bank said that “The solution from the presentation is a robust and one-shop platform, and the feedback from what banks and users are saying confirms that it is what every bank needs to look at. I will get back to my organization and engage them on the need to look at the Credit Risk 360 software.
It is a one stop solution as opposed to other software where you can have things subscribed differently.” Jafaru, the head of Credit and Risk Management, Bank of Industry (BOI) said that “this is a great privilege to be here and see what this software is doing. We have been doing some of these things manually and we have now extended the invitation to the company so that they can come to our office and explain this better to us. We are impressed with the software. The credit monitoring software has many features that are great, the issue of alert that helps managers to monitor instruments. “
Paul Asiemo, Head, Risk Management for Access Bank, said, “that the software takes care of Bassel, this software looks at regulating reporting and others, there are specific things that this software does that sets it apart from others.
“We have been using FinTrak Software solutions in our bank for over fifteen years ago and we are impressed with what they have done.
“Using Credit Risk 360 software in Access Bank has shown how flexible the software is. The software insulates you from many documentation issues such including forex issues associated with foreign software purchases etc.
“The Credit Risk 360 software is very adaptable and can be changed to fit into your banking environment”.
FinTrak Credit Risk 360 has an embedded Enterprise Document Management System which can be used to receive, track and manage and audit documents; it also supports correspondence with third parties’ applications. With its web functionalities, Credit Origination and Approval activities can be done from anywhere in the world with connection to the internet. This feature helps executives make critical decisions, execute transactions and access reports and dashboard from any geographical location.
FinTrak Credit Risk 360 software has been deployed in some large financial institutions such as Access Bank Plc, First Bank and is currently in deployment at Wema Bank Plc and all overseas subsidiaries of Access Bank Group. So many others banks in Africa are currently at different stages of licensing decision of this highly strategic solution that burst all headaches facing professionals in credit risk management activities
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FG Scraps 5 Percent Telecom Excise Duty Under New Tax Law

Federal government has abolished the five per cent excise duty on telecommunications services, a levy that had long sparked public concern over rising costs for subscribers.

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Aminu Maida, executive vice chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), announced the development during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja on Tuesday.
Maida explained that the duty, which was earlier suspended, had now been completely removed by President Bola Tinubu under the new tax legislation.
“The excise duty, it was the 5 per cent or so, that is no longer there. Before it was suspended, but now the president has been magnanimous to remove it entirely. I was in a room when it was raised, and he said, No, no, no, we cannot put this on Nigerians. I was very pleased when the bills came out and we saw his words were followed through,” he disclosed.
Maida stressed that eliminating the charge would ease cost pressures on subscribers and enable wider industry growth.
He added that reforms within the sector were now guided by principles of transparency, accountability, and stronger consumer protection.
The EVC revealed that the regulator was moving beyond traditional rule-based supervision to incorporate behavioural economics, which includes providing more information for consumers and operators to make informed choices.
According to him, one key initiative is a nationwide public map of network performance, expected in September, that will provide independent data on download speeds, latency, and other service indicators.
“There will also be a quarterly network performance report based on user data. It extends accountability beyond mobile operators to also include infrastructure providers who play a critical role in reliability,” he said.
The NCC boss further emphasised the importance of corporate governance as a tool to attract investment and improve industry efficiency. He noted that the ultimate goal is to nurture a telecom company that is wholly Nigerian-owned, well-structured, and globally competitive.
He listed some of the NCC’s recent achievements, including the conclusion of the NIN-SIM audit, settlement of USSD debt disputes, transition to end-user billing, and the launch of a Major Incident Reporting Portal.
On call tariffs, he pointed out that competition had helped keep rates low, with the highest in the market today at about N18 or N19 per minute, compared to N50 per minute two decades ago.
Addressing frequent consumer complaints, he disclosed that the NCC and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) had developed a new framework to standardise electronic recharge processes. In addition, Tier-1 audit firms were hired to investigate billing systems after reports of unexplained data depletion.
The results, he said, showed no systemic manipulation. Instead, factors such as background applications, device settings, and complex tariff plans contributed to user dissatisfaction.
“We are not trying to punish anyone. We want the industry to grow, so consumers are happier, operators perform better, and the government benefits from a broader tax base,” Maida added.
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Roqqu, SiBAN Unite to Drive Blockchain Innovation Across Nigeria

In a strategic move to propel the Nigerian blockchain ecosystem, Roqqu, a prominent digital finance and blockchain solutions provider, has officially partnered with the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN).
This new alliance will leverage the combined expertise and resources of both organizations to foster innovation, drive development, and accelerate the adoption of blockchain technology across Nigeria.
The partnership comes shortly after Roqqu was welcomed into the SiBAN network as a corporate member, solidifying a joint commitment to building a more credible, transparent, and sustainable digital asset ecosystem.
The collaboration is designed to bridge the gap between rapid technological innovation and responsible adoption, while prioritizing user protection and ethical standards.
In a statement, the organizations detailed a range of initiatives to be launched as part of this collaboration, all aimed at promoting financial inclusion and responsible innovation.
Key initiatives to be carried out by the two organisations include jointly hosting events to educate both the public and industry professionals on blockchain technology, developing training programs to equip developers and the public with the skills needed to thrive in the blockchain space and actively engaging with regulators and policymakers to help shape a more informed and compliant blockchain community in Nigeria.
“We are delighted to have this collaboration. Our collective strength lies in the diversity and commitment that we both bring to the table and ultimately, contribute to the growth of the blockchain ecosystem,” said Obinna Iwuno, President of SiBAN in the statement.
Roqqu has seen remarkable growth in recent years, establishing itself as a leading force in making cryptocurrency and digital finance accessible. With a focus on providing fast, reliable, and user-friendly services, the company has expanded its footprint beyond Nigeria into other key African markets, including Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa. This expansion, along with a virtual currency license to operate in the European Economic Area (EEA), positions Roqqu as a truly international fintech company.
Reacting to the partnership, the Chief Compliance Officer of Roqqu, Roimot Ajiboye-Ibitoye, said partnering with SiBAN is a natural step to make blockchain technology and digital finance accessible, safe, and beneficial for everyone, insisting that together, the two organisations are not just talking about blockchain adoption. Rather, actively building the frameworks, trust, and education needed for it to thrive responsibly in Nigeria.
“This collaboration represents a united front between innovators and industry advocates to create a credible, transparent, and sustainable digital asset ecosystem. By combining our expertise with SiBAN’s strong advocacy and regulatory engagement, we are setting the stage for a future where blockchain becomes a trusted driver of financial inclusion and economic growth across the globe,” he said.
This partnership highlights a shared vision between Roqqu and associations like SiBAN that play a crucial role in bridging the gap between industry innovation and responsible adoption to ensure the benefits of blockchain are accessible to a wider audience, creating a safer and more robust future for digital finance in Nigeria.
SiBAN as a body provides a platform where stakeholders can share knowledge and experiences, where companies can engage in constructive policy discussions with regulators, where communities can learn about safe, responsible participation in the blockchain space and where businesses can collaborate on solutions that serve both economic and social development goals.
Industry watchers believe that this partnership highlights a shared vision of creating a credible, transparent, and sustainable digital asset ecosystem. By working together, Roqqu and SiBAN aim to bridge the gap between rapid technological innovation and responsible adoption, ensuring that the benefits of blockchain are accessible to a wider audience while prioritizing user protection and ethical standards.
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NCC Claims to Have Eliminated Unregistered SIMs from Telecoms Networks

Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said that it has successfully eliminated users of unregistered subscriber identity modules (SIM), from the Nigerian telecommunication network, a development that can boost national and cyber security.

Eng. Aminu Maida, executive vice chairman of NCC,
Eng. Aminu Maida, executive vice chairman of NCC, who disclosed the information at a media briefing in Abuja on Monday, said, however, that it was beyond the scope of the agency to control the names with which some customers used in registered their SIMs.
The NCC CEO pointed out that while the commission had successfully removed unregistered SIMs from its network, some strange names being attached to some of the subscribers reflect what the owners used while registering with their operators.
“No unregistered SIM is operating on the network as of today, but there may be people using names they did not register with, apparently to mask their identities. We cannot control the names attached to each SIM, as they reflect what the owners used at the time of registration with their respective operators,” the EVC said.
“While NCC cannot control that behaviour, it is to be noted that it is an offence to use fake names to make or receive calls in Nigeria,” Maida warned.
The EVC, however, said that the commission has put necessary measures in place to ensure sanity and stability in the industry so that every user can determine the best network operator to patronise based on performance, service delivery and charges.
He said the commission would, in September this year, launch a public map to show subscribers which of the telecoms networks provides the best service and tariff plan to determine which to patronise based on their locations.
Mr. Maida said for the industry to make the required progress and serve the interests of the people, there is a need for a fresh injection of capital from outside the industry, adding that the commission had already revised a series of good governance guidelines to guide operators in the industry.
According to him, the guidelines are aimed at promoting transparency, accountability and boosting investors’ confidence and customers’ trust in the industry.
He said, “The need for good corporate governance guidelines requires that operators in the industry must provide audited reports to boost investors’ confidence and earn the trust and confidence of their customers”.
The ECV explained that the commission approved the recent tariff hike for the industry due to the fact that there had not been any cost-reflective tariff adjustment for a decade, adding that the commission was mindful of the need to protect the interests of both the operators and Nigerian subscribers.
On the issue of threats to telecoms infrastructure nationwide, the EVC announced that he would soon meet with governors to discuss the need for them to team up with NCC to protect telecoms infrastructure in their domains and to also eliminate multiple taxes on the operators so as to improve service delivery and ensure national security.
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