Chaos in Ogun: Police Declare Portable Wanted After Brutal Attack on State Officials! The Ogun State Police Command has declared Nigerian musician Habeeb Olalomi, also known as Portable, wanted for allegedly leading a violent attack on officials from the Ogun State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development. The violent confrontation took place during an…
“Help Me, I’m Tired of Begging” – Halima Abubakar Cries Out for Help Amid Health and Financial Struggles Popular Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has made a heartfelt and emotional plea for help after going through severe health struggles and financial hardship. In a recent Instagram Live session, she opened up about her suffering, expressing how…
Starting on the 13th of January, 2025, Opay has announced that it will be opening a new office in Kano state. The location of this office will be on Yahaya Gusau Road, By NNDC Quarters, Opposite Kano State Polytechnic, Gadon Kaya, Kano state This new office is to help Opay further provide it’s services…
MTN Nigeria is focusing on enhancing digital payment in Nigeria with a two new applications of payment licenses for its fintech MoMo from the central bank of Nigeria. The telecommunication company has submitted an applications for Payment Service Solutions Provider (PSSP) License and Payment Terminal Service Provider (PTSP) License for its Fintech Arm known as…
Just like NIMC’s National Identification Number (NIN) in Nigeria, the South African government is currently working on unique digital identity numbers for citizens. The government plans to create unique identities for its citizens and issue instant visas as it digitises its economy. The South African’s Digital Identity Numbers (DIN)’s task is imposed as responsibilities of…
Converting Unused Data to Cash on the OPAY app is impossible because the fintech app doesn’t have a Recharge2Cash feature or any similar functionality. In fact, OPay app cannot be used to convert airtime to cash. To convert your data to cash, look for someone who’s interested in buying your data, transfer the data to…
The Binance’s crypto infrastructure which the company integrated into mobile money in west and central Africa is allowing crypto investors and traders in the regions to buy digital assets directly through their mobile money wallets or platforms. Supported countries includes Benin, Togo, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Senegal, and Ivory Coast. Meanwhile, we can…
Yes, many fintech companies and startups in Nigeria are leveraging the advantages of artificial intelligence (AI) for more efficient financial operations because the innovative technology is transforming the finance industry by enhancing personalized banking services, improving fraud detection and prevention, automating customer service, scoring creditworthiness and loan approvals and more. 1. AI helps in fraud…
Although, the reason behind the layoffs wasn’t disclosed and the amount of employees affected wasn’t also disclosed. Mets refused to reply to comment at press time. However, another report that surfaced shows that Meta cut another 24 jobs in it Los Angeles office due to staffs using their US$25 credits, meant for daily meal, for…
Why is TIN Important in 2024 in Nigeria? Having a Tax Identification Number (TIN) is important for individuals and businesses looking to involve in any financial activities in Nigeria. A new bill in Nigeria is proposing a rule that would require both individuals and businesses to provide a Tax Identification Number (TIN) before they can…
