Nigeria
Nigeria Achieves 30% Progress on FATF Action Plan
Nigeria has made significant strides in meeting the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) requirements, having successfully completed 30% of its Action Plan. This ...
Regulatory
Nigeria: Telecom Operators Urge Government to Cut Taxes to Boost Investment
The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) has called on the Federal Government to reduce taxes on the telecommunications sector to stimulate ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Why SEC Granted Approvals to Crypto Exchanges
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has clarified that its recent approval-in-principle granted to two crypto exchanges aligns with the commission’s commitment to ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: NCC Grants Airtel Nigeria Licenses to Enhance Connectivity
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has granted Airtel Nigeria Telesonic Limited, a subsidiary of Airtel Africa, three key telecommunications licenses aimed at boosting ...
Regulatory
Global: FCA Urges Banks to Simplify Account Opening Processes
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has called on banks to make it easier for customers to open accounts, emphasizing the importance of ...
Congo
DR Congo Halts $1.2B Biometric ID Project Amid Financial Irregularities
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has canceled its $1.2 billion biometric national ID project following revelations of financial irregularities. This decision comes ...
Regulatory
Global: Visa Forms Strategic Partnerships to Boost Digital Payments in India
Visa has announced new collaborations with firms such as Paytm and PayU to enhance the adoption of digital payments in India. The company ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: FRC Chief Seeks Legislative Support for Actuarial Practice Bill
The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Reporting Council (FRC), Dr. Rabiu Olowo, has called on the House of Representatives ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: SEC Launches Electronic Filing System to Accelerate Listing Processes
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled several initiatives designed to expedite the time it takes for companies to go to market, ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: DMO Announces Two FGN Bonds for Subscription
The Debt Management Office (DMO) has announced the availability of two Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) savings bonds for subscription, offering attractive interest ...