President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Nigeria’s fintech sector, pledging to create an enabling environment for businesses like Flutterwave to thrive. During a meeting with Flutterwave and Alami Capital leaders in Abuja, Tinubu emphasized his determination to remove barriers and boost digital innovation.
He praised Flutterwave’s leadership in the digital economy, recognizing its role in simplifying global payments for Nigerians and providing platforms for the diaspora. CEO Olugbenga Agboola highlighted the company’s $3 billion valuation and its contribution to employment, while seeking Tinubu’s backing for a Nigerian Exchange listing.
Finance Minister Wale Edun lauded Flutter wave’s decade-long impact on job creation and economic diversification, while MOFI’s Armstrong Ume Takang stressed the importance of positioning Nigerian tech products across Africa. This collaboration signals a promising future for Nigeria’s fintech ecosystem.
