SecureID, Africa’s premier smart card manufacturing company, has partnered with AfriGO, the national domestic card scheme initiated by the Central Bank of Nigeria, to drive financial inclusion in Nigeria.
The partnership, which was announced in a Monday statement, aimed to enhance the efficiency and security of domestic transactions, promoting financial inclusion for last-mile users.
According to SecureID, it will support AfriGO’s initiative with its world-class manufacturing capabilities, ensuring that Nigeria remains at the forefront of smart card technology in Africa.
During a recent working visit to SecureID’s state-of-the-art facility in Lagos, AfriGO’s leadership witnessed firsthand the company’s production processes and capacity to deliver critical smart card solutions for Nigeria’s financial and digital ecosystems.
The Managing Director of AFRIGO, Ebehijie Momoh, noted, “SecureID is more than just a manufacturing plant; it is a symbol of what Nigeria can achieve with the right combination of government support, private sector innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
“AfriGO is proud to partner with SecureID in driving financial inclusion for last-mile users.”
The Group Executive of Technology, New Business Development & Compliance, SecureID, Bami Akinlade, stated, “We are honoured to have the AfriGO leadership at our Lagos facility.
“More than ever, SecureID remains committed to Nigeria’s economic advancement by providing high-quality, secure smart card solutions, digital and innovative solutions to drive social and economic participation where needed,” Akinlade enthused.
Recently granted its Certificate of Rules of Origin by the National Action Committee on the AfCFTA during the inaugural shipment under the Guided Trade Initiative, SecureID said it was reinforcing Nigeria’s reputation as a hub for technological innovation in Africa.
The company claimed it was the first certified smart card manufacturing company in West Africa with nearly 20 years of experience in delivering secure, high-quality smart card solutions.
Serving over 22 African countries, under the leadership of Kofo Akinkugbe, SecureID is dedicated to excellence in manufacturing and innovation, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s economic growth and technological leadership.