Amaanah Non-Interest Finance Company, Nigeria’s first Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)-licensed non-interest finance company, has commenced operations with financing and investment solutions targeting funding gaps among small businesses and expanding access to ethical financial services. The company was officially launched in Lagos on October 1, 2026, with products designed to help businesses acquire productive assets, expand operations and improve capacity. Its services also provide individuals with alternative financing options for vehicles, household appliances and investment opportunities. The launch, themed “Financial Independence: Empowering Lives Through Ethical Finance”, brought together stakeholders from the financial...