Roqqu, one of Africa’s leading blockchain solutions providers, has sealed a strategic partnership with the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), in a bid to accelerate financial inclusion and expand access to digital finance.
The collaboration, announced this week, is designed to leverage blockchain as a tool for economic empowerment, creating new opportunities for millions of Nigerians who remain excluded from formal financial systems. Both organisations say the alliance will combine Roqqu’s expertise in digital finance with SiBAN’s advocacy and regulatory engagement to push for responsible and sustainable blockchain adoption.
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Key initiatives to be carried out by the two organisations include jointly hosting events to educate both the public and industry professionals on blockchain technology, developing training programs to equip developers and the public with the skills needed to thrive in the blockchain space and actively engaging with regulators and policymakers to help shape a more informed and compliant blockchain community in Nigeria.
Obinna Iwuno, president of SiBAN in the statement, described the partnership as a collective commitment to deepening financial inclusion by promoting a transparent and credible digital asset ecosystem.
“We are delighted to have this collaboration. Our collective strength lies in the diversity and commitment that we both bring to the table and ultimately, contribute to the growth of the blockchain ecosystem,” Iwuno stated.
As part of the initiative, Roqqu and SiBAN will roll out nationwide awareness campaigns, host community-focused events, and design training programmes that equip young people, developers, and entrepreneurs with blockchain skills. The organisations also pledged to work with regulators and policymakers to establish frameworks that guarantee user protection while enabling innovation to thrive.
Roimot Ajiboye-Ibitoye, the chief compliance officer of Roqqu, said partnering with SiBAN is a natural step to make blockchain technology and digital finance accessible, safe, and beneficial for everyone, insisting that together, the two organisations are not just talking about blockchain adoption.
“This collaboration represents a united front between innovators and industry advocates to create a credible, transparent, and sustainable digital asset ecosystem. By combining our expertise with SiBAN’s strong advocacy and regulatory engagement, we are setting the stage for a future where blockchain becomes a trusted driver of financial inclusion and economic growth across the globe,” he said.
Roqqu, which already operates in Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and across the European Economic area under a virtual currency license, has built a reputation for offering fast and user-friendly cryptocurrency and digital finance services. The company says its expansion reflects its commitment to making financial access borderless, inclusive, and secure.
For SiBAN, the partnership underscores its mission to bridge the gap between innovation and regulation. By fostering constructive engagement with policymakers, the association aims to ensure that blockchain adoption prioritises ethical standards and consumer protection while unlocking its potential for grassroots empowerment.
