Cryptocurrencies

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Nigerian law enforcement nabs operator of fake crypto investment Cryptopolitan15:56 31-Jan-26
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs See $1.62B Outflows News.ng12:34 26-Jan-26
GameFi Booms as Axie Infinity Surges Over 130% News.ng12:24 26-Jan-26
Nem Insurance eyes N66bn revenue in Q1 2026 Premium Times, Nigeria07:04 26-Jan-26
NEM Insurance projects N65.26bn insurance revenue in Q1 2026 The Authority22:12 25-Jan-26
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Nigeria’s crypto sandbox hits its first wall as Quidax pulls P2P trading BusinessDay NG17:00 24-Jan-26
Phishing Attack Costs South Korean Authorities $48m in Confiscated Bitcoin News.ng11:14 24-Jan-26
Nigeria’s EFCC calls for prosecution of banks aiding crypto and other scams Cryptopolitan09:53 24-Jan-26
EFCC claims banks, fintechs enabled N162bn crypto, N18.7bn scams on over 900,000 Nigerians Legit NG09:46 24-Jan-26
EFCC seeks suspension, prosecution of banks aiding N162bn crypto, N18.7bn scams News Agency Of Nigeria20:10 23-Jan-26
EFCCdemands prosecution of banks aiding N162bn crypto fraud Ripples Nigeria20:09 23-Jan-26
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NEM Insurance posts N27.9 billion profit in FY2025 on strong insurance revenue Nairametrics18:39 21-Jan-26
Regulators, operators rekindle warnings as Bitcoin dips below $88,000, Ethereum breaks $3,000 BusinessDay NG11:13 21-Jan-26
Professor Ajayi Urges Strong Regulation, Digital Literacy, as Nigeria Explores Crypto Economy ThisDay Live10:33 21-Jan-26
Nigeria’s crypto market transactions hit $92.1billion The Nation, Nigeria05:26 21-Jan-26
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Bitcoin Retreats Below $93K as Trade Tensions Shake Markets News.ng16:00 20-Jan-26
Ethiopia Aims to Become Africa’s Next Bitcoin Mining Hub News.ng15:50 20-Jan-26
Bitcoin Falls While Gold Hits $4,700 News.ng15:40 20-Jan-26
"I trademarked Ratel since 2024": Vdm shares own evidence as he blasts Blord and supporters Legit NG15:30 20-Jan-26
South Korea Blocks Unregistered Crypto Apps as Security Token Rules Take Shape News.ng15:30 20-Jan-26
Blord Trademarks Ratel, Slams Verydarkman With Cease-And-Desist Order Naija News07:11 20-Jan-26
New cryptocurrency tax regime in Nigeria The Punch00:24 20-Jan-26
Bitcoin Slips, but Powerful Bullish Signal Suggests Trend Isn’t Over News.ng14:23 19-Jan-26
Nem, First HoldCo, Africa Prudential top stock pick this week Premium Times, Nigeria08:19 19-Jan-26
How Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025 clarifies digital assets within tax system BusinessDay NG17:37 18-Jan-26
Nigeria’s crypto industry divided over SEC’s N2 billion crypto capital rule Cryptopolitan14:54 17-Jan-26
Strategy Adds 13,600 Bitcoin, Cementing Lead as Largest Corporate Holder News.ng12:20 17-Jan-26
Economic Crisis Pushes Iranians Toward Bitcoin as Rial Loses Ground News.ng20:55 16-Jan-26
New Bitcoin-Gold ETP Brings Hybrid Inflation Hedge to UK Investors News.ng20:45 16-Jan-26
Iwuno steps aside as SiBAN president after transforming Nigeria’s Blockchain Association BusinessDay NG18:28 16-Jan-26
SEC’s N2bn crypto capital rule splits industry as operators weigh stability against survival BusinessDay NG13:22 16-Jan-26
Africa’s crypto investment story is quietly changing Nairametrics12:57 16-Jan-26
SEC raises capital requirement for crypto exchanges in Nigeria to N2 billion Nairametrics12:37 16-Jan-26
Regulatory Certainty, Stablecoins Crucial To Nigeria’s Fintech Fortunes in 2026 – Group Leadership, Nigeria06:34 16-Jan-26
Tax overhaul turns crypto from escape hatch to tax base BusinessDay NG20:25 15-Jan-26
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Exchange Commission, Police Partner To Tackle Illegal Scheme Operators, Crypto Fraudsters Leadership, Nigeria15:29 15-Jan-26
SEC seeks police support against Ponzi schemes, crypto scams Ripples Nigeria09:51 15-Jan-26
SEC enlists Nigeria Police in nationwide crackdown on Ponzi schemes, crypto frauds Nairametrics09:41 15-Jan-26
SEC, Police Seal Deal To Crush Crypto, Forex Scams, Investment Fraud Independent Nigeria06:28 15-Jan-26
SEC, Police ally to tackle Ponzi scheme, fake cryptocurrency operators The Nation, Nigeria06:02 15-Jan-26
SEC seeks police help to tackle ponzi schemes, crypto scams The Punch19:42 14-Jan-26
SEC, Police Pledge To Forge Alliance Against Illegal Schemes Independent Nigeria18:44 14-Jan-26
Privacy Coins Roar Back to Life as Monero Hits New Highs, Dash Surges News.ng16:20 14-Jan-26
Senate Proposal Ties Crypto Legitimacy to ETFs, Boosting XRP, SOL, DOGE News.ng16:09 14-Jan-26
Nigeria turns crypto from escape hatch into tax base BusinessDay NG14:13 14-Jan-26
Multipolitan: AI, orbital infrastructure, others reshaping statehood The Nation, Nigeria08:29 14-Jan-26
Nigerian Tax Law To Require TIN and NIN in Attempt To Curb Crypto Tax Evasion and Avoidance DeFi Planet15:49 13-Jan-26
Bitcoin climbs past $92,000 as traders rotate into Altcoins BusinessDay NG14:58 13-Jan-26
BitGo Files for US IPO, Eyeing Valuation Close to $2 Billion News.ng14:31 13-Jan-26
Gold, Silver Surge to Record Levels as Bitcoin Stalls Ahead of US Inflation Data News.ng14:21 13-Jan-26
Nigeria Introduces Identity-Based Crypto Oversight with New Tax Reforms 36crypto13:02 13-Jan-26
Nigeria ties crypto oversight to tax IDs under sweeping reform Cointelegraph11:14 13-Jan-26
Nigeria enforces identity-linked crypto oversight under new tax law Invezz10:46 13-Jan-26
Nigeria Targets Crypto Income With National ID and Tax Monitoring CoinEdition09:47 13-Jan-26
Nigeria begins tracking crypto transactions through tax IDs crypto.news09:42 13-Jan-26
Nigeria set to introduce AI rules to rein in fast-growing digital platforms Invezz08:54 13-Jan-26
Buterin Highlights Structural Weaknesses in Decentralised Stablecoin Design News.ng20:14 12-Jan-26
Traders Reposition as $2.4B BTC, ETH Options Expire Amid Market Swings News.ng19:43 12-Jan-26
Regulatory Shift Puts Bitcoin ETFs, Stablecoins on South Korea’s 2026 Agenda News.ng19:33 12-Jan-26
Nigeria targets crypto income with national ID and tax number monitoring Cryptopolitan14:57 12-Jan-26
Blord flaunts his multi-million naira garage, stirs reactions over name given to one of his cars Legit NG17:08 10-Jan-26
Video Platform Introduces In-Platform Crypto Wallet to Power Creator Tipping News.ng14:38 10-Jan-26

      
            
      
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Latest news on Cryptocurrencies in Nigeria, covering Bitcoin, Ethereum, altcoins, regulations, trading, adoption, blockchain technology and economic impact.

Nigeria has emerged as Africa's cryptocurrency powerhouse, with over 22 million crypto owners nationwide. Despite regulatory challenges, Nigerians have embraced digital currencies as inflation hit 30% in early 2025 and the naira continues to face pressure against major currencies, pushing many citizens towards crypto as a hedge against economic instability.

The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission has recently clarified its stance on cryptocurrency regulations, establishing a framework that recognises digital assets while implementing investor protections. Meanwhile, Nigeria's eNaira, Africa's first central bank digital currency launched in 2021, has struggled to gain widespread adoption despite government initiatives to increase its usage among the unbanked population.

Community-driven crypto education initiatives are flourishing across Nigeria's major cities, with tech hubs in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt hosting regular workshops. The recent "Blockchain Nigeria" conference in February 2025 attracted over 5,000 attendees, highlighting the growing interest in cryptocurrency careers, particularly among Nigeria's young population seeking alternatives to traditional employment.

Nigeria's relationship with cryptocurrencies began around 2015, gaining momentum during the 2017 bull market. Despite a 2021 banking ban that was later modified, Nigeria's crypto trading volume has consistently ranked among the highest globally for peer-to-peer platforms, demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of regulatory uncertainty and reflecting Nigerians' entrepreneurial spirit.

Our NewsNow feed on Cryptocurrencies in Nigeria is updated constantly with the most relevant headlines from reliable sources, ensuring you stay informed about this rapidly evolving landscape. Whether you're an investor, blockchain enthusiast, or business owner exploring crypto opportunities, this feed provides comprehensive, timely coverage of all developments shaping Nigeria's cryptocurrency ecosystem.

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