How fintech companies in Nigeria make money in 2026

How Nigerian fintech companies make money from payments, lending and services.

IFC to anchor $50 million funding for Jumia

The International Finance Corporation will provide $25 million to anchor a $50 million funding package for Jumia, the company revealed today.

How Oluwatobiloba Animashaun went from customer service intern to Flutterwave product manager

After watching an interview with Flutterwave's co-founder, Oluwatobiloba Animashaun joined the startup as an intern. Eight years later, she's leaving as a product manager.

CBN opens applications for second regulatory sandbox cohort

The CBN has opened applications for the second cohort of its regulatory sandbox, with a focus on stablecoins, open banking, and fraud prevention.

Adegoke Olubusi steps down as Helium Health CEO after nearly a decade

Helium Health CEO and co-founder Adegoke Olubusi has stepped down after nearly 10 years, marking another leadership transition at the healthtech startup.

Mastercard appoints 19-year insider, Yasemin Bedir, as EEMEA head 

Mastercard has appointed Yasemin Bedir, a 19-year veteran, as president of its Eastern Europe, Middle East and African operations.

South Africa’s central bank begins phasing out PASA in payments system overhaul

SARB will phase out PASA as it reforms South Africa's payments system, saying everyday card payments and transfers will continue as usual.

Maiaddy Business launches to help Nigerian businesses manage their digital identity

Maiaddy launches Maiaddy Business, helping Nigerian businesses verify and manage their digital presence from one platform.

Level Up: How Fikeyinmi Odulaja went from being rejected to landing roles at global companies 

In this conversation, she talks about how not being afraid to be seen trying has proved successful, how she made up an excuse to quit law, and how learning to follow her curiosity has helped her build a career.

Top 20 Nigerian Fintech Companies in 2026

The top fintech companies in Nigeria shaping digital banking and payments.

When a viral video costs you your job: How social media is rewriting workplace policy in Nigeria 

Employees are increasingly recording content around their 9-to-5 jobs, such as "GRWM" and "DIML". Companies are writing rules for engagement.

The Covenant University mafia produced fintech giants. Early Attoh went a different way

From a campus with no phones to a flat in London, Early Attoh built a design career that has left its fingerprints on some of the most used digital products in Nigeria and the UK.