Lenders battle against fraudsters; a case for an industry blacklist
As digital lending surges in Nigeria, fraud has quietly become one of the industry’s biggest threats, with coordinated identity theft and serial loan defaulters overwhelming individual lenders who battle in isolation. The danger isn’t unique. Kenya offers a stark warning, with an estimated 3.2 million people blacklisted on the country’s TransUnion credit bureau. Without a unified industry blacklist to identify and curb repeat offenders, Nigerian lenders risk following the same path, continually staying several steps behind increasingly sophisticated fraudsters.
Why Nigerian banks will never win the consumer credit game
Nigerian banks have never been equipped to win the consumer credit game. Their rigid lending practices, heavy collateral requirements, and deep-rooted aversion to retail risk keep everyday borrowers locked out. Fintechs are filling the gap with faster, more flexible solutions, while banks remain stuck in outdated models. Now that we know how important consumer credit is and why it matters, why are banks so ill-qualified to solve the problem?
Nigeria’s problems will be solved by access to credit
Access to credit has historically been difficult in Nigeria. This is because, for years, big banks were the sole providers of financial services and those banks didn’t care too much for retail banking.
What are payday loans and how to make the best of them?
Payday loans are not perfect, but let’s talk about how payday loans work and how to use them wisely.
Word on the street: Loans are bad! Maybe not
why do loans have such a bad rep in Nigeria? Why do people liken loans to entrapment? Let’s dive in and find out why.
How Blocka Cash got its lending groove
Blocka Cash is one of the fastest growing and the easiest digital lenders in Nigeria with a clear ambition to become the lender of choice in a market where over N74 trillion of credit gap is a perennial problem.
Attracting your ideal clientele as a lender
Attracting the right clients is essential for any lending business. Serving borrowers who match your risk profile and business goals not only improves repayment rates but also strengthens long-term growth. By clearly defining your ideal clientele and tailoring your marketing, communication, and service strategies to their needs, lenders can build trust, increase engagement, and minimize defaults. This article explores practical ways to identify, reach, and attract the borrowers who are the best fit for your lending business.
Why you need technology to scale your lending business
Scaling a lending business is not just about issuing more loans; it requires systems that can handle growth without increasing risk or operational strain. As loan volumes grow, manual processes become slower, errors increase, and decision-making becomes harder to manage. Technology helps lenders streamline operations, automate key processes, and maintain consistency while expanding their reach. Without the right tools in place, scaling sustainably becomes a significant challenge.
5 tips that can help you become a more efficient lender
This article provides you with five essential tips to help you run a successful lending business and become a more efficient lender.
A guide to promoting your lending business using digital channels
Promoting a lending business today requires more than word-of-mouth or traditional advertising. With more borrowers searching for financial services online, digital channels such as social media, search engines, and email have become essential for reaching the right audience. When used effectively, these platforms help lenders build trust, increase visibility, and connect with potential borrowers at scale. This guide explores practical ways lenders can use digital channels to grow their reach and attract more customers.
Invest in a lending business: Why and how to make profit from it
If you are interested in making extra cash by borrowing out some of your excess funds to individuals, then you consider investing in a lending business
