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FG challenges banks, Fintechs to unlock Nigeria’s $14.8 billion gender financing gap
Nairametrics
Aug 20, 2026 · 07:06 WAT
The Federal Government has urged Nigerian banks and payment operators to address an estimated $14.8 billion annual gender financing gap. The initiative focuses on expanding access to finance for women and could inform discussions around banking-sector inclusion, lending opportunities, and financial services policy.