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- 6 Nov 2023
FCCPC Says Licensed Digital Lenders now 211
The number of digital lenders licensed to operate in Nigeria has risen to 211, according to new data from the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) Pic credit: stears.co Of…
- 4 Apr 2015
ATM Cardless Cash App gets Biometric Security
FIS, a provider of banking and payments technology, has added biometric access to its mobile application to further ensure that only authorized users can access their FIS mobile accounts, a press…
- 6 Apr 2024
See Full List of Fake Loan Apps Blacklisted By CBN
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has taken decisive action against fraudulent financial practices by blacklisting several fake loan applications that have been exploiting unsuspecting Nigerians. These…
- 11 May 2015
eTranzact Powers ePayment 2.0 with #TheNewPocketMoni
Electronic transaction switching and payment processing company, eTranzact has unveiled a new mobile money platform called #TheNewPocketMoni, dumped a revolutionary application in the Nigerian…
- 16 May 2017
Western Union Digital Service Live in 40 Countries
The Western Union Company, a leader in global payments, has announced that it has further strengthened its global digital money transfer footprint, with the activation of its 40th wu.com…
- 30 May 2023
How Scammers are Using Fake ChatGPT Apps to Fleece Users Out of Thousands of Dollars - Sophos Reports
Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, on Tuesday announced that it had uncovered multiple apps masquerading as legitimate, ChatGPT-based chatbots to…
- 4 Mar 2013
New Solution enables Smartphone to Withdraw Cash at ATMs
A new solution is available that will enable bank customers to withdraw cash from ATMs (cashpoints) in the future by using a smartphone instead of a bank card. That is using smartphone instead of…
- 5 Sept 2022
PalmPay Celebrates Anniversary with N300M Giveaways
The 35-day Anniversary Campaign will give all participants the opportunity to share a massive N300 million cash giveaway; The announcement comes as PalmPay celebrates 10 million users in Nigeria; The…
- 20 Jan 2016
Uber Launches Cash-On-Arrival Payment Option in Lagos
Uber the innovative smartphone app that seamlessly connects riders to drivers, on Monday launched a cash payment experiment in Lagos. Speaking on the development, Ebi Atawodi, general manager for…
- 14 Jul 2025
A Billion-Dollar Obsession in 90-Second Bites
About ₦2 billion changes hands in bets every day (KPMG Gaming Outlook 2025), driven by a 60-million-strong punter base that treats wagering as both entertainment and side-hustle. Industry revenue is…
- 16 Dec 2013
MTN Presents Prizes to Winners of App Developer Challenge
Following the successful completion of the MTN App Developer Challenge, MTN Nigeria, leading Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Company, has presented prizes to the winners in all the…
- 14 Feb 2012
Winners Emerge in Nokia’s Create for Millions Competition
Nokia is living up to its promise to connect the next billion to the internet using its platform, the Nokia phone. One of the moves is to push for the development of quality applications for their…
- 10 Jul 2023
Why You Should Make Pay with Transfer Your Top Payment Choice
By Yvonne-Faith Elaigwu, Head of Operations and Governance, OnePipe Imagine a bustling Tuesday morning in the city of Lagos and Mrs. Hadiza, a vibrant entrepreneur, is preparing her well-loved Jollof…
- 4 Aug 2026
CMS T&M Launches TMO Rides to Enable a Faster & Cashless Transport Experience for CMS – Ajah Passengers
CMS Transport Management (CMS T&M), one of Lagos' longest-standing and most trusted transport operators, officially launches a new service known as TMO Rides. This new initiative is designed to…
- 14 Jun 2022
Lasisi Elenu, Miss Techy, Aproko Doctor, Others Emerge Winners at Trendupp Awards 2022 | See Full List
Mr Macaroni, Miss Techy, Lasisi Elenu, Kie Kie, Aproko Doctor, Zeelicious Foods, ShankComics, Lush Hair, R0dn3y, Pamilerin, Enioluwa, Jamesbrown, Mark Angel, Tunde Onakoya, Amazing Klef and…
- 11 Aug 2016
Mastercard Vacation 2.0: Improved with Cool New Tech
Whatever you’re looking for from your vacation this holiday season, whether it’s sunshine, relaxation, adventure or exploration, having an experience that is hassle free, secure and enjoyable will be…
- 23 Jul 2025
Telegram to allow U.S. users send, receive crypto directly in app
Telegram users in the United States can now send, receive, and manage cryptocurrency directly within the app: no downloads, extensions, or separate logins required. The built-in TON Wallet, developed…
- 28 Jun 2021
Jack Dorsey: Unpicking Twitter Boss's Passion for Nigeria
By Nduka Orjinmo - BBC News Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is no stranger to controversy but in Nigeria he has become embroiled in the battle between the country's tech-savvy youths and a ruling class that…
- 21 Nov 2017
Bitcoin Smashes Through $8,000 for the First time
Bitcoin hit a new record high on Monday after smashing through the $8,000 level for the first time over the weekend, marking an almost 50 percent climb in just eight days. The new high came after…
- 8 Dec 2021
Google Releases List of Trending Searches in Nigeria for Year 2021
Google has released the top trends for the 2021 Year in Search, showing the most searched terms, topics and questions by Nigerians in the year 2021. Google’s 2021 Year in Search compiles the moments,…
- 29 Jul 2026
Elon Musk Launches Invite-only X Money with Visa Debit Card
Elon Musk’s social media company X, formerly known as Twitter, launched its own bank account-like product where users can send money to one another. The service, known as X Money, is not a new bank.…
- 24 Sept 2015
Konga Set to Hold ‘Mobile App Only’ Sales
Konga has announced an upcoming sale to be run exclusively on the Konga Mobile App. The 3-day sale has been tagged the ‘Happy Appy Sale’ and will run from Friday the 25thto Sunday the 27th of…
- 11 May 2016
Diamond Bank, Recare Launch Card Holders’ Reward Programme
As part of efforts to provide hair and scalp care solution to Nigerian women, Recare Limited, owners of Natures Gentle Touch has partnered with Diamond Bank to reward customers with…
- 28 Mar 2017
Firm Set to Launch Tricycle, Mini Vehicle App in Lagos
Lagos State transportation system is set to witness another revolution as an IT firm, Matatu has concluded plans to launched a Tricycle and Mini Vehicle mobile application across the state. The App…
- 11 Oct 2013
JUMIA Emerges Best Retail Launch of the Year
JUMIA, Nigeria’s leading online shopping destination, won “The Best Retail Launch of the Year” at the World Retail Congress in Paris on Wednesday. Through this distinction, JUMIA is the first African…
- 13 Aug 2020
Ecobank’s Omni Lite App to Enhance Business Accounts Management
Ecobank Nigeria has launched the Omni Lite App, an application designed to enhance account management. The Omni Lite App, is targeted at enhancing the banking experience of its large pool of…
- 7 Aug 2014
SimplePay, Ltd. Partners With Pliris Mobile in Nigeria.
From the convenience of your desktop to the palm of your hand, SimplePay has simplified the lives of thousands of connected Nigerians by eliminating physical cash from financial transactions. To help…
- 20 Jan 2016
Visa Partners UBA to Launch SmartMoney
Global electronic payments company Visa, in partnership with United Bank of Africa Plc (UBA) announces the launch of “SmartMoney”, a 21st century banking solution comprising a prepaid card and a…
- 15 Jan 2016
Visa, UBA Target Millennials With SmartMoney Solution
Visa, a‎ global electronic payments company, in partnership with United Bank of Africa Plc (UBA), announced on Thursday, the launch of “SmartMoney”. SmartMoney is a 21st century…
- 3 Sept 2019
Firm Develops Kolo App to Encourage Saving Culture
CreditAssist Investment Limited, financial firm, has developed an app for a Yoruba traditional saving method, otherwise known as 'kolo' (Piggybank) to reduce poverty in the country. Mr. John…