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Nigeria: Access Bank to Boost Financial Inclusion With Offline Platform
Source: Punch
Access Bank Plc unveiled an offline banking platform, 901.ng on Friday, to provide customers with an additional channel to carry out their transactions and boost financial inclusion in the country. Financial inclusion in Nigeria has increased to 74 percent in 2023, up from 68 percent in 2020.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has set a target of hitting 95 percent in 2024. The idea was launched in collaboration with RemitPlus, which has been championing offline banking in the country.
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