Bankit SME Grant Programme: How Nigerian Small Businesses Can Access Grants and Card Rewards in 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 July 2026

Nigeria’s growing fintech sector has received another boost as Bankit Microfinance Bank unveiled its Bankit SME Grant Programme alongside a nationwide card rewards initiative. The programme is designed to support small businesses, startups, and

NIMC Surpasses 136 million NIN Enrolments as Nigeria Begins Major Digital Identity Reform

Adetutu A, The Insights 7 July 2026

Nigeria has reached another milestone in its digital transformation journey as the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) announced that it has enrolled more than 136 million Nigerians and legal residents into the National Identity Database. The achievement comes as the Federal Government begins implementing a new law aimed at strengthening

Bank of Agriculture’s New Roadmap: How Nigerian Farmers and Agribusinesses Can Benefit from BOA Loans and Financial Support

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 June 2026

The Bank of Agriculture (BOA) has announced a new strategy to improve access to agricultural finance, strengthen rural economies, and support the Federal Government’s drive to achieve food security. The initiative focuses on making financial services more accessible to genuine farmers while modernising the bank’s operations across Nigeria. 

Jaiz Bank Set to Launch Collateral-Free Loans for SMEs: What Nigerian Business Owners Need to Know 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 June 2026

Access to funding remains one of the biggest challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Many business owners struggle to secure loans because they lack the physical assets required as collateral.  However, Jaiz Bank Plc has announced plans to introduce a collateral-free loan scheme for

MTN Youth Empowerment: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit from Digital Commerce Opportunities 

Adetutu A, The Insights 2 June 2026

MTN Supports Youth Entrepreneurship Through Digital Commerce  Telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria is helping young Nigerians grow their businesses by providing access to digital commerce tools, affordable internet services, and entrepreneurship opportunities.  The initiative was showcased during a recent cultural lifestyle festival in Lagos that

FirstBank and Visa Launch New Debit Cards to Make Cashless Payments Easier for Nigerians

Adetutu A, The Insights 19 May 2026

FirstBank Introduces Visa Signature and Naira Debit Cards  First Bank of Nigeria, in partnership with Visa, has launched two new payment cards designed to improve digital banking and support Nigeria’s growing cashless economy.  The newly introduced Visa Signature Card is targeted at premium customers, while the Naira Visa Debit Card is designed to give

FCMB Asset Management Rebrands Mutual Funds, Secures SEC Approval for Name Changes and Lower Entry Thresholds

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 May 2026

FCMB Asset Management Limited (FCMBAM), the asset management arm of FCMB Group Plc, has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to implement significant updates across its mutual fund portfolio. The move includes the rebranding of four legacy mutual funds and a reduction in minimum subscription requirements aimed at making investment more

OPay’s Commitment to Youth Development 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 October 2025

Photo Credit : Opay Representing OPay, Elizabeth Wang, the Chief Operating Officer, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to empowering Nigeria’s youth through education and technology. She explained that since OPay began operations in Nigeria in 2018, its mission has been to make financial services inclusive for all through digital innovation.  “Beyond financial

Bankit MFB Showcases Fintech Innovation at GITEX Africa 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 September 2025

Bankit Microfinance Bank, Nigeria’s fast-rising digital bank, recently showcased its innovation journey at GITEX Africa, one of the continent’s largest platforms for technology and innovation. The bank, licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and insured by the NDIC, has been in operation for just eight months but has already become a trusted name […]

UBA Launches N150m SuperSavers Promo to Drive Financial Inclusion 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 August 2025

The United Bank for Africa (UBA) has unveiled the fifth season of its SuperSavers Promo, offering a total of ₦150 million in prizes. The nine-month campaign, running from September 2025 to May 2026, is designed to encourage Nigerians to embrace a culture of savings while giving customers the opportunity to win life-changing rewards.  At the […]