Mobile Bank to support over 5,000 Women-Owned Businesses in Northern Nigeria

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PalmPay, a mobile banking platform, has launched a series of corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs across Kano and Kaduna, aimed at expanding financial inclusion in the country. The initiative, dubbed “Passing the Baton,” represents the brand’s commitment to providing knowledge and resources to individuals and businesses, enabling them to achieve financial independence and drive economic empowerment.

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According to Chika Nwosu, Managing Director of PalmPay, “At PalmPay, we believe that real financial inclusion must be far-reaching and cover the grassroots. Our new CSR program is focused on supporting gender equity by equipping women with the knowledge, tools, and visibility they need to thrive as entrepreneurs in their communities.”

The initiative will provide financial literacy training and micro-business branding support to 5,000 women-owned businesses in Kano and Kaduna. Beneficiaries will receive free health insurance, hands-on training workshops, enhanced store branding, and branded merchandise to strengthen their business presence.

The Emir of Kano, Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, has endorsed the initiative, calling on other stakeholders to join forces with PalmPay to ensure the North benefits fully from the growing digital economy. The initiative aims to serve as a model for similar projects across other northern states.

PalmPay’s Managing Director emphasized the company’s commitment to inclusive development and economic empowerment, particularly in underserved regions. As PalmPay continues to scale across Nigeria, the company remains committed to bridging the financial inclusion gap and empowering underserved groups, particularly women and youth, through it’s innovative solutions and impact initiatives

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