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Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria are embracing digital payments, innovation, and partnerships to boost their operations and reach. According to the Mastercard SME Confidence Index, 99% of SMEs in Nigeria now accept digital payments, leveraging cashless transactions to enhance efficiency, customer experience, and financial resilience.

President of Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Mastercard, Dimitrios Dosis, emphasised the significance of SMEs, stating, “Small and medium enterprises are the backbone of economies, driving innovation, employment, and resilience.” He added, “Their ability to adapt and grow in a rapidly evolving business landscape reflects the strength of an ecosystem that prioritises access to finance, digital enablement, and sustainable growth.”

Division President for Africa at Mastercard, Mark Elliott, noted that Nigerian SMEs are demonstrating remarkable adaptability by leveraging digital payment solutions. Elliott stated, “At Mastercard, we are dedicated to empowering these businesses with innovative digital tools, fostering strategic partnerships, and supporting their journey toward greater financial inclusion and security.”

As Nigeria’s economy becomes increasingly digital, SMEs recognise the benefits of cashless transactions, including ease of payment management, seamless supplier transactions, and reduced reliance on cash handling. Looking ahead, 73% of SMEs plan to expand their digital payment capabilities, and 70% aim to provide seamless payment experiences to drive business improvement.

Despite facing challenges like inflation and cybersecurity concerns, 78% of SMEs expect to achieve the same or higher revenue this year. To overcome these challenges, SMEs identify private sector initiatives, government-led initiatives, and international collaborations as key factors that will positively impact their operations.

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