The Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN) has formed a strategic alliance with Roqqu, a prominent digital finance and blockchain solutions provider, in a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s digital asset ecosystem and accelerate adoption of blockchain technology.
This collaboration comes shortly after Roqqu’s admission into SiBAN as a corporate member, a step described as evidence of both organizations’ commitment to building a transparent, credible, and sustainable framework for blockchain growth in the country.
Focus on education, innovation, and regulation
According to details shared jointly by the two organizations, the partnership will focus on three core areas: raising awareness of blockchain opportunities, developing training programs for developers and the general public, and engaging with regulators and policymakers to encourage responsible adoption. Plans include co-hosting educational events, providing structured capacity-building initiatives, and bridging the gap between innovation and regulation.
SiBAN leadership emphasized that the strength of the partnership lies in the combined commitment of both parties and their shared objective of contributing to the expansion of the blockchain ecosystem in Nigeria. Established as a self-regulatory body, the association has positioned itself as a platform for knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and solution development aimed at advancing both social and economic development. Over the years, it has played a central role in efforts to foster credibility and safety in the local blockchain landscape.
Roqqu’s expansion strategy
For Roqqu, the partnership represents a natural progression in its regional and international growth strategy. The company has become one of Africa’s leading digital finance platforms, operating in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa. Recently, it secured a virtual currency license in the European Economic Area, a milestone that reinforced its position as an emerging global fintech player.
Roqqu’s compliance leadership highlighted that the initiative is designed to build the foundations for sustainable development within Nigeria’s blockchain sector. The company stressed that, together with SiBAN, it is not simply encouraging blockchain adoption but actively working to create the necessary frameworks, trust structures, and educational programs for long-term success. The partnership was described as a united effort between innovators and industry advocates to foster a transparent digital asset ecosystem capable of driving financial inclusion and economic growth.
Implications for Nigeria’s digital economy
Industry analysts regard the collaboration as timely for Nigeria, where blockchain adoption has been accelerating but continues to face challenges related to trust, user protection, and regulatory clarity. Observers note that by combining Roqqu’s technological expertise and user-oriented solutions with SiBAN’s advocacy and policy engagement, the two organizations could address critical gaps in the ecosystem.
The initiative is also aligned with Nigeria’s broader ambition to expand its digital economy. As fintech and blockchain solutions play a more significant role in Africa’s largest economy, stakeholders believe partnerships of this nature will be key to unlocking the sector’s potential while ensuring ethical standards and consumer protection are upheld.
The Roqqu–SiBAN partnership therefore signals a step toward establishing a structured, credible blockchain framework in Nigeria. If successful, it could set a precedent for other African markets, demonstrating how collaboration between technology providers and self-regulatory associations can advance innovation while supporting responsible adoption.
