FinTech Association of Nigeria (FintechNGR) is a self-regulatory, not-for-profit and non-political organization incorporated in Nigeria by the Corporate Affairs Commission CAC and a member of the global body Global Fintech Hubs Federation.
It was established to serve as a platform for the development of the financial technology (“Fintech”) industry in Nigeria and to be a forum for the exchange of ideas and dissemination of information by and between various stakeholders in the Nigerian financial technology services industry.
The association is set to foster an ecosystem that supports all stakeholders to achieve a thriving and growing Nigerian FinTech industry. with a long-term vision of making Nigeria one of the world’s leading markets for finTech Innovation and Investment.
Since its inception, the Association has consistently been interfacing with the regulators such as CBN, SEC, National Insurance Commission, and the government at all levels with a view to developing the Fintech ecosystem.
It connects with stakeholders in the Fintech community locally, regionally, and internationally to establish a critical bridge for the Nigerian Fintech ecosystem and ensure that support systems exist for a more conducive operating environment through collaborative efforts. Engaging with industry players including regulators, legislature, government agencies, and NGOs in policy-making to support Fintech innovation and provide feedback to the Fintech community on issues affecting Fintech and related sectors.
The association also develop a virile thought-led engagement channel for the Fintech community in Nigeria including research, technical, policy formulation reviews, legal and regulatory information, and implementation support that impacts economic development, diversification, and deployment of resources which ultimately provides opportunities for the industry and its members.