What is Islamic finance and how is it different from traditional models?
For lenders looking to expand into markets with strong Muslim populations, Islamic finance is an important factor to understand.
How to compare loan offers properly
Comparing loan offers properly requires looking beyond the headline amount or how quickly funds are disbursed. Key factors such as interest rates, repayment terms, fees, penalties, and overall transparency all play a critical role in determining the true cost of a loan. For borrowers, understanding these details helps avoid hidden costs and poor financial decisions, while for lenders, it highlights the importance of clear, competitive, and well-structured offerings in a crowded lending market.
What you need to know about Nigeria’s Open Banking
Two years after the first Open Banking framework circular was released, the CBN issued operational guidelines for Open Banking on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, heralding a start for what many anticipated would bring about a much-needed change in financial services.