
Nigeria
Nigeria’s central bank didn’t ban digital currencies, official clarifies
The central bank’s directive only applied to banks, prohibiting them from processing transactions related to digital currencies, an official said.
Nigeria rewarding users of mainstream remittance channels to combat digital currency use
The Central Bank of Nigeria announced its “Naira 4 Dollar Scheme” recently, targeting diaspora remittances.
Exclusive: Nigeria’s digital currency community speaks out on central bank ban
Despite thriving for years now, Nigeria’s digital currency industry faces its biggest threat yet following a central bank ban that...
Nigeria VP calls for regulation, not ban of digital currencies
Speaking at a recent event, Yemi Osinbajo rebuked the recent ban on digital currencies, advocating for Nigerian authorities to regulate...
Nigeria central bank governor defends digital currency ban
The Central Bank of Nigeria believes the recent ban on digital currencies was in the best interest of the public,...
Regulate, don’t ban—Nigeria Senate tells central bank
Senators want the Central Bank of Nigeria governor to brief its Banking Committee on why it ordered banks to shut...