Experts Warn of Crypto’s Role in Terror Group Boko Haram’s Cross-Border Expansion

Nigerian terrorist group Boko Haram is increasingly relying on cryptocurrencies, mobile money, and other digital tools to fund its operations, transferring millions acquired through ransoms, looting, and extorted “zakat” donations. Observers call these digital financing methods a “blind spot” in the fight against terrorism. Nigeria’s robust and largely unregulated crypto market, driven by economic necessity, … Read more

Africa’s Stablecoin Boom: An ‘Economic Lifeline’ for Emerging Markets

The founder of an African stablecoin association said he supports BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes’ claim that one-third of Nigeria’s GDP is conducted in USDT. He emphasized that stablecoins are a vital economic lifeline for emerging markets and marginalized communities. Stablecoins an Economic Lifeline A founder of a Nigerian stablecoin platform has backed BitMEX founder Arthur … Read more

‘Pump-and-Dump’ Alert: Nigeria Cracks Down on Meme Coins

The Nigerian securities regulator has issued a warning against Zugacoin and Samzuga GPT, labeling them as unauthorized crypto operations. Memecoins Tied to Pump-and-Dump Schemes The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a public warning, labeling Zugacoin and Samzuga GPT as unauthorized crypto operations. The commission stated that the promoters and issuers of these … Read more

‘Quick-Money’ Nigerian Crypto Platform’s Withdrawal Plan Met With Suspicion

The troubled Nigerian digital asset platform Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) recently announced new withdrawal options in an effort to restore investor confidence. Sources revealed that the company made this announcement after facing claims of collapse. Under the new rules, investors with up to $1,000 in the platform must pay a $100 fee to withdraw 50% … Read more

Nigeria Customs Pilots Electronic Currency Declaration at Abuja Airport

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has successfully piloted its Electronic Currency Declaration Form (E-CDF) at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, as part of its digital transformation efforts to enhance border security and financial disclosure transparency. The pilot, which began on April 9, 2025, processed 69 transactions, with outbound declarations ($1,200,281.22) making up 51% and … Read more

SEC Nigeria to Regulate Virtual Asset Service Providers Under New Law

Nigeria has taken a significant step towards regulating cryptocurrencies with the signing of the Nigerian Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 into law. Cryptocurrency Officially Recognized As Asset Class The Nigerian Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025, recently signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has effectively ended the uncertainty surrounding the status of … Read more

Nigeria Alleges Binance Facilitated Terrorism, Kidnapping Funding

Nigeria’s government has accused Binance of facilitating terrorism and kidnapping financing through illicit fund transfers on its cryptocurrency exchange platform. Binance Faces Increasing Legal Challenges in Nigeria Prior to the Nigerian government’s crackdown on Binance, kidnapping gangs and terrorists funneled illicit funds through the cryptocurrency exchange, Information Minister Alhaji Mohammed Idris recently stated. Idris said … Read more

Premium on Naira Banknotes: Central Bank Condemns, Urges Action Against Illegal Currency Dealers

The Central Bank of Nigeria has raised concerns over illegal currency dealers charging premiums of 20–40% on naira banknotes. Threat to Naira Credibility The Nigerian central bank has raised alarms over the growing practice in which illegal currency dealers charge a premium on local currency banknotes. According to Olayemi Cardoso, the governor of the Central … Read more