How Iyewo Clinic is transforming Healthcare in Apongbon Market through Digital Financial Services
Feel the Pulse: Real Stories, Real Innovation Feel the Pulse; a monthly publication by SIDFS, brings you the heartfelt stories of real people and their innovative journeys. Dive into inspiring tales of individuals and institutions making a difference in their communities through creativity and product development. Explore how they navigate challenges and drive progress with their […]
Navigating the Path to Success: Women’s Advancement in the Financial Industry
The financial industry has long been perceived as a male-dominated field, but times are changing. Women are increasingly making their mark in this sector, breaking through barriers and ascending to leadership positions. However, the journey is not without its challenges. To thrive in this competitive landscape, women must be proactive, resilient, and strategic in their […]
Empowering Women and Girls in Nigeria: Pointers to Key Initiatives
Nigerian banks are increasingly striving to add value to the lives of women and girls in the society through various initiatives. These initiatives are tailored to solve one of the major problems that women face regarding the access of financial, education, skills, and business networks. These have gone a very long distance in building a […]
SIDFS at Lagos Business School Partners with Federal Government to Drive Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Growth
The Sustainable and Inclusive Digital Financial Services Initiative of Lagos Business School, is proud to be at the forefront of Nigeria’s journey toward comprehensive economic and financial inclusion, as evidenced by the federal government’s recent initiative. Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched a groundbreaking operating model for financial and economic inclusion aimed at transforming Nigeria […]
Breaking Barriers: How the Top Nigerian Banks Are Engendering the Financial Sector
The financial services sector often gets flak for not being diversified with regard to gender. A glance at the available sustainability reports of the top 12 banks in Nigeria shows that there is indeed positive movement toward engendering the sector. Let’s delve into the various initiatives being implemented by such institutions to ensure women are […]
#IWD2024: Investing in Women, A Pathway to Shared Prosperity in Nigeria.
March is dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women globally. It’s a month to recognize their contributions to society, raise awareness about the challenges they face, and advocate for a more equitable future. On March 8th, we specifically celebrate International Women’s Day, a day to acknowledge women’s struggles and achievements and call for action towards […]
Empowering Young Women in the Digital Economy: Skills, Employability, and Digital Platforms
When describing an emerging market like Nigeria, one positive indicator is the large youth population. Nigeria boasts a median age of 17 years. Despite this, high unemployment rates plague the country, especially the youth. As of Q4 2020, unemployment was 33.3%; amongst the youth between the ages of 15 and 25, in Q4 2020, 38.5% […]
GSMA Webinar: Unleashing the E-commerce Opportunity for MSMEs in Nigeria.
E-commerce has the potential to revolutionize the business landscape for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. However, despite its promising prospects, the overall contribution of e-commerce to total retail sales in the country remains surprisingly low. In light of this, a recent survey conducted by GSMA – Mobile for Development in collaboration with […]
2023 Year in Review: Empowering Nigeria’s Financial Landscape with Inclusive Access – A Recap of SIDFS’ Milestones and Achievements
As we bid farewell to an eventful year, we can’t help but look back at the remarkable journey we’ve had at the Sustainable and Inclusive Digital Financial Services (SIDFS). With great pleasure, we share with you the incredible achievements and milestones we’ve reached in our mission to catalyse financial inclusion in Nigeria through advocacy, research, […]
#A2F2023 Survey: Unlocking Insights to Accelerate Financial and Economic Inclusion
On Wednesday, December 13th, 2023, The SIDFS team attended the official launch of the Access to Financial Services in Nigeria (2023) Survey, a significant initiative led by EFInA.The event, held under the theme “Unlocking Insights to Accelerate Financial and Economic Inclusion,” aimed to unveil key findings from the survey and facilitate productive discussions for positive […]