12 good years ago today, Nothing but gratitude to have been a part of greatness and blessings only… throwback of life 🙏🏾❤️ Real Wizkid fan no cap from the jump and you can see it in my smile by his black Porsche car. No@life wey we no chop that day, it was lit with Legendary beat (both of them) in the back of the Porsche Car and Iceprince was somewhere at the corner by his Bentley. If you guys make this video viral then I might just post the full video clip and then post 5 most oldies exclusives of myself and the bigges @wizkidayo like this from way back 12/13/14. These experiences were part of my best ever entertainment interviews
BREAKING 🚨 “Big news! 🚀 Nigeria just launched the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) model, paving the way for crypto like Bitcoin, USDT, and USDC to be treated as non-security virtual assets! 💰
Had the honor of discussing this game-changer on Channels TV with industry leaders Oye (TOS) Benson and Ladipo Williams.
Curious about Nigeria’s digital assets ecosystem? Type VARA below 👇 and I’ll send you the official document 📄”
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Nigeria’s digital asset ecosystem is entering a defining moment.
Today on Business Incorporated on @channelstelevision we break down the Presidency’s VARA direction for non-security virtual assets, the shift from fragmentation to structure, and what it means for the future of digital finance in Nigeria.
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ATTENTION : There is a quiet emergency unfolding in Nigeria but its not the type announced by sirens, it that type of emergency that gets low help because it thrives in silence, in delay, in meetings postponed, in associations and committees fragmented, in policies spoken without depth, and in opportunities bleeding away while we spend productive time debating ownership of power instead of stewardship of our future.
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Nigeria is at a crossroads. We have world-class talent building crypto, blockchain and payment innovations every day, yet our laws are unclear, regulators overlap, private associations fight for relevance, banks are unsure, and foreign platforms dominate our own market.
After speaking recently on Channels TV, it became obvious: Nigeria urgently needs a dedicated Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Bill. Not amendments. Not patches. A single national framework that ends confusion and restores order.
A unified bill will:
• stop regulatory fights
• protect users and innovators
• guide banks on safe crypto integration
• secure the naira from unregulated stablecoin flows
• give investors confidence
• protect Nigeria’s sovereignty
• position Nigeria as Africa’s digital financial leader
Working closely with the National Assembly House Committee on Cryptocurrency & POS Operations under the capable leadership of Honorable Olufemi Bamisile has shown me one truth, our current regulatory setup is too fragmented. A dedicated bill is the only structure that respects every stakeholder: National Assembly, CBN, SEC, NFIU, ONSA, NITDA, CAC, EFCC, innovators, banks, fintechs, users and the Nigerian economy.
This is not just regulation; it is a national strategy for a digital future where blockchain supports transparency, economic growth, secure payments, public service delivery and youth-led innovation.
Nigeria has the talent. Nigeria has the market. Nigeria has global visibility.
What we need now is clarity, structure and strong leadership.
A dedicated Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Bill is not optional, it is our responsibility.
The time to act is now and we are on it.
I haven’t been posting here because I voluntarily appointed and tasked myself on a National assignment with just one goal; get a ground breaking and historic bitcoin, crypto, digital assets, blockchain bill across to the Nigeria National Assembly, the type that will harmonise, synchronise, include all stakeholders, respect/highlight/separate regulatory oversight, favour hugely market participant and benefit Nigeria our country at large. In summary here is what we have done and achieved so far 👇
The National Assembly House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on the Economic, Regulatory, and Security Implications of Cryptocurrency Adoption and Point-of-Sale (PoS) Operations engaged Nigeria’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, blockchain associations, and financial intelligence agencies in a landmark policy dialogue lead by a no nonsense man of top tier integrity Hon Femi Bamisile (Rep. Ekiti Federal Constituency) aimed at shaping the country’s first ever comprehensive cryptocurrency/digital asset framework. The hearing reflected a decisive move from regulatory caution to strategic engagement with innovation.
Key Stakeholder Demands
Regulatory Clarity: Unified oversight between SEC, CBN, NITDA, and NFIU to eliminate fragmented and overlapping mandates.
Balanced Taxation: Caution urged to avoid premature or aggressive crypto tax policies that could push users underground and trigger capital flight.
Innovation Support: Advocacy for tax waivers and incubation programs to stimulate local blockchain startups and technical capacity building.
Use of Local Technology: Call for regulators to adopt home-grown blockchain infrastructure to safeguard Nigeria’s monetary sovereignty and data security.
Financial Inclusion & Job Creation: Emphasis on how digital assets can expand the non-oil economy, drive youth employment, and attract FDI. Continued in comments section👇🏾
Catch me tomorrow with ace broadcaster @ladiwilliams on @channelstelevision it’s going to be eye opening as we discuss issues and lessons from the concluded NFIU recently held workshop on Building Effective AML/CFT/CPF Frameworks Balancing Innovation and Integrity in Nigeria’s Virtual Assets and Fintech Ecosystem.
I delivered a keynote speech at the NFIU anti money laundering workshop sponsored by the Center for Democracy Development, Mcarthur Foundation and the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit.
Topic: “Virtual Assets and Financial Intelligence: Building a Transparent and Compliant Ecosystem in Nigeria”
