In an exciting development for the nation’s digital economy, the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN) has sealed a strategic partnership with Roqqu, a leading digital-finance and blockchain solutions firm. Their collaboration promises to reshape Nigeria’s blockchain landscape by merging regulatory foresight with technological innovation. Roqqu, now a corporate member of SiBAN, will bring its technical prowess to the table, while SiBAN will contribute to policy advocacy and ecosystem knowledge. Together, they are set to nurture a regionally credible and globally respected blockchain ecosystem that is grounded in transparency and integrity.
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Strengthening the Framework: Education, Training and Policy Engagement
At the core of this partnership, you will find three interconnected pillars:
- Raising Awareness and Public Education: The duo plans to launch nationwide campaigns to demystify blockchain — its possibilities, risks and applications — targeting not just tech enthusiasts but everyday citizens and entrepreneurs.
- Capacity-Building Through Training: Structured programmes will be rolled out to equip developers, students, and the general public with hands-on blockchain skills — a move that speaks directly to Nigeria’s youth and tech aspirants eager to contribute to the Web3 ecosystem.
- Policy Advocacy and Responsible Adoption: Recognising that innovation must coexist with regulation, Roqqu and SiBAN will engage directly with regulators and policy makers to co-design frameworks that uphold user protection, compliance, and ethical blockchain use.
Obinna Iwuno, SiBAN’s President, enthused that their collective strength and shared commitment will significantly contribute to the growth and credibility of Nigeria’s blockchain space. Roqqu’s Chief Compliance Officer, Roimot Ajiboye-Ibitoye, echoed this sentiment, describing the pact as a union between innovators and industry advocates, laying down trust-centred and sustainable foundations for blockchain in Nigeria.
Roqqu’s Expansion Ambitions: From Pan-African Reach to Global Fintech Aspirations
For Roqqu, this partnership is more than a local initiative — it’s part of a deliberate strategic expansion. The company already operates across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, and recently obtained a virtual currency licence in the European Economic Area (EEA), signalling its intent to evolve as a global fintech player.
Beyond policy collaboration, Roqqu has also taken tangible steps into East Africa via its acquisition of Kenya’s Flitaa — a crypto startup with an existing user base across Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, and Tanzania. This move fast-tracks its regional presence, boosting its pan-African reach and infrastructure. Through such expansion, Roqqu strengthens its ability to not only deliver technology but also shape ecosystems through partnership and policy engagement.
What This Means for Nigeria’s Digital Economy
This partnership between SiBAN and Roqqu arrives at a pivotal moment. As blockchain and fintech solutions gain momentum in Nigeria, they are frequently hindered by gaps in regulatory clarity, public trust and user protection. Merging Roqqu’s innovative platform and reach with SiBAN’s convening power helps bridge these gaps.
Analysts believe that this collaboration could unlock twin benefits: scaling blockchain innovation and deepening financial inclusion. Bringing structured learning, trusted frameworks, and public trust together, the partnership could serve as a blueprint for responsible and sustainable blockchain growth in Nigeria, and perhaps across Africa.
Moreover, the initiative aligns strategically with Nigeria’s broader vision to digitalise its economy. As digital payments, crypto adoption, and blockchain use cases expand, initiatives that marry innovation with ethics and regulation are vital. This partnership demonstrates how tech players and advocacy groups can collectively drive ecosystem maturity and national development.
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