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CBN Licensed Loan Apps in Nigeria

Only borrow from CBN-regulated lenders. These apps are licensed microfinance banks or partner with licensed institutions. Your protection against loan app fraud and harassment.

Why CBN Licensing Matters

Protected from Harassment

CBN bans contact harassment. Licensed apps face penalties for contacting your friends/family about your loan.

Transparent Fees

CBN requires clear disclosure of all fees and interest rates. No hidden charges or surprise deductions.

Legal Recourse

You can report issues to CBN Consumer Protection. Unlicensed apps operate outside the law.

Verified CBN-Licensed Loan Apps (14)

Carbon

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Carbon MFB LimitedNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦1M
Rate: 5-30%/mo
Speed: 5 mins

FairMoney

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FairMoney Microfinance BankNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦3M
Rate: 3-30%/mo
Speed: 10 mins

Renmoney

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Renmoney MFB LimitedNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦6M
Rate: 2.5-5%/mo
Speed: 24 hrs

OPay

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Opera Microfinance BankNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦500K
Rate: 5-15%/mo
Speed: 5 mins

Kuda

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Kuda MFB LimitedNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦150K
Rate: 0-15%/mo
Speed: Instant

PalmPay

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PalmPay LimitedPSP + Bank Partner
Max Loan: ₦500K
Rate: 5-15%/mo
Speed: 5 mins

Branch

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Branch InternationalLending Partner
Max Loan: ₦500K
Rate: 4-21%/mo
Speed: 5 mins

Aella

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Aella MFBNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦1M
Rate: 4-29%/mo
Speed: 10 mins

QuickCheck

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QuickCheck MFBState MFB
Max Loan: ₦500K
Rate: 5-30%/mo
Speed: 5 mins

Moniepoint

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Moniepoint MFBNational MFB
Max Loan: ₦5M
Rate: 3-10%/mo
Speed: 24 hrs

Migo

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Migo Financial TechnologiesPartner with Access Bank
Max Loan: ₦500K
Rate: 5-15%/mo
Speed: 5 mins

ALAT

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Wema BankCommercial Bank
Max Loan: ₦2M
Rate: 15-24%/mo
Speed: 24 hrs

Page Financials

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Page Financials LimitedLicensed Finance Co.
Max Loan: ₦5M
Rate: 4-6%/mo
Speed: 48 hrs

Credit Direct

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Credit Direct LimitedLicensed Finance Co.
Max Loan: ₦5M
Rate: 3-5%/mo
Speed: 24 hrs

How to Verify a Lender Yourself

1️⃣

Check CBN Website

Visit cbn.gov.ng and navigate to Financial Institutions Directory. Search for the company name (not app name).

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Check App Store Developer

On Play Store, check the developer name matches the licensed company. Avoid apps not on official stores.

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Verify Company Address

Licensed companies have real office addresses. Search the address on Google Maps. Be wary of apps with only email contacts.

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Check Recent Reviews

Read recent app reviews for complaints about harassment or fraud. Patterns of bad reviews are a major red flag.

Report an Unlicensed Lender

If you encounter a fraudulent or unlicensed loan app, report it to protect other Nigerians.

CBN Consumer Protection
Email: cpd@cbn.gov.ng
FCCPC (Data Protection)
Website: fccpc.gov.ng
Google Play Store
Report app for policy violation in the app listing

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