{
  "id": 5807593,
  "title": "FairMoney Surpasses 30m Registered Users in Nigeria",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/fairmoney-surpasses-30m-registered-users-in-nigeria",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-05T15:58:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/05/fairmoney-surpasses-30m-registered-users-in-nigeria/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "FairMoney Microfinance Bank, a CBN-licensed digital financial institution in Nigeria, has reached a significant milestone with over 30 million registered users, according to a statement from the company. This achievement, disclosed by the bank, indicates a substantial growth in the number of Nigerians utilizing FairMoney's services for their everyday financial needs. The milestone, which represents more than just a numerical increase, highlights the rising preference for FairMoney among Nigerians as they seek convenient access to financial services.\n\nThe company emphasizes that this milestone is a testament to the power of technology in expanding formal financial services to a broader segment of the Nigerian population. This includes individuals and businesses who may encounter obstacles in traditional financial services, such as complicated paperwork, limited access to physical bank branches, or a lack of formal credit history.\n\nThrough its user-friendly FairMoney app, customers can perform a variety of banking activities, such as opening and managing accounts, saving money, paying bills, making transfers, using cards, accessing credit where they are eligible, and financing assets, all from their mobile phones. This comprehensive service delivery through a single platform is aimed at promoting wider participation in the formal financial system, making financial management more convenient for Nigerians.\n\nFairMoney extends its services to businesses as well, through its FairMoney Business platform. This enables merchants and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to manage their finances and daily operations effectively. Through FairMoney Business, businesses can access services like business accounts, payments, and other tailored financial solutions.\n\nThe company's technology also facilitates efficient handling of tens of thousands of loan applications daily, allowing eligible customers to obtain formal credit without the need for extensive paperwork or visiting a physical branch. Managing Director of FairMoney Microfinance Bank, Henry Obiekea, expressed that surpassing 30 million registered users is a critical milestone for the bank, but the true significance lies in the trust millions of Nigerians have placed in FairMoney.\n\nObiekea acknowledged the bank's responsibility to continue providing simple, accessible, and reliable financial services that enable more Nigerians to engage with the formal financial system and achieve their financial objectives. Looking ahead, Obiekea noted that the focus moving forward will be on enhancing the value provided to both individuals and businesses. The bank aims to leverage technology, strengthen its product offerings, and develop solutions that align with the evolving financial needs of Nigerians, such as saving, payments, credit access, business management, and overall financial well-being.",
  "summary": "Emma Okonji FairMoney Microfinance Bank, a CBN-licensed digital financial institution in Nigeria, has surpassed 30 million registered users in the country, marking a significant milestone in its mission to make",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}