How to get your USSD code as a lender in Nigeria
USSD code for lenders are available in two ways: either from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) or through VASPs. Learn more.
How borrower behaviors have shifted under the threat of GSI
GSI is making borrowers think twice before taking out loans, pay closer attention to the fine print of loan agreements, and more.
7 best things the Central Bank has ever done for digital lending in Nigeria
The CBN has laid a strong foundation, but its work is far from over.
Lendsqr vs Loandisk: Which loan management software is right for you?
The difference between a thriving lending business and one barely keeping its head above water often lies in one important factor: the loan management software. The right loan management system can be the difference between attracting and retaining customers, optimizing loan performance, reducing credit risks, and automating tedious tasks.
How to use Lendsqr to build your BNPL app
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) has become one of the fastest-growing forms of consumer credit, allowing customers to spread payments while merchants increase sales. Building a successful BNPL app, however, requires much more than a checkout button—it demands robust onboarding, credit decisioning, payment collection, merchant management, and loan servicing capabilities. With Lendsqr, businesses can quickly launch and scale a BNPL solution using ready-made lending infrastructure, configurable workflows, and APIs designed to power modern credit products.
Using TransUnion with Lendsqr for Credit Scoring
TransUnion collects and aggregates information on over one billion consumers across more than 30 countries. This massive reach, profiling nearly 200 million files, positions TransUnion as a leader in consumer data collection and credit reporting.
6 common misconceptions about using GSI for loan recovery
GSI can be triggered on customer's accounts when they don't pay their loan. Not true!
The 5 best Freshchat alternatives for in-app chat for lenders
For lenders, in-app chat is more than a customer support feature. It helps guide borrowers through applications, resolve issues quickly, and improve loan conversion rates. While Freshchat is a popular choice, it may not meet every lender's needs in terms of automation, integrations, scalability, or pricing. This article compares the five best Freshchat alternatives for lenders, highlighting their key features, strengths, and the types of lending businesses they are best suited for.
The 4 best Monnify alternatives for virtual accounts
Even with Monnify’s solid reputation, you may have specific business needs, pricing differences or want specific features so your business might benefit from exploring other options.
How to spot risky loan guarantors and protect yourself as a lender
A loan guarantor can reduce lending risk, but only if they are financially reliable and legally capable of meeting their obligations. Choosing the wrong guarantor can increase the likelihood of defaults and make loan recovery more difficult. This guide explains how to identify risky loan guarantors, the warning signs to watch for, and the best practices lenders can use to protect themselves before approving a loan.
6 practical tips to reduce loan processing times
Long loan processing times can frustrate borrowers, increase operational costs, and cause lenders to lose qualified applicants to faster competitors. By streamlining workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and improving document verification, lenders can significantly reduce turnaround times without compromising risk management. This guide shares six practical tips to help your lending business process loans faster while maintaining accuracy and compliance.