As Nigeria Admits CNGN, Luno, and Others into Its Sandbox, VASPA Congratulates Entrants and Encourages SEC on Strengthening the ARIP Framework

As Nigeria Admits CNGN, Luno, and Others into Its Sandbox, VASPA Congratulates Entrants and Encourages SEC on Strengthening the ARIP Framework

ABUJA, NIGERIA—July 4, 2026—The Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) issues this official statement to warmly celebrate and recognize the latest advancements in Nigeria’s evolving capital market infrastructure.   1. Congratulating the Admitted Cohort We extend our warmest institutional congratulations to the seven newly admitted entities in the Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP) of Nigeria’s … Read more

Member Showcase: Yellow Card Bridges Africa and APAC Via The Stable Alliance

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Abuja FCT, Nigeria — In a definitive nod to its growing authority and crucial coordinating role within the virtual asset sector, the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has been officially enlisted by the Nigerian government to be a part of the Virtual Assets Working Group to help steer the country’s ongoing National Risk Assessment (NRA).

Introducing The Meridian: Navigating virtual asset policy across Africa shouldn’t feel like guesswork.

The Meridian, Monthly Neewsletter by VASPA_Africa_Policy and Regulations_Virtual Assets

In a landscape as dynamic and fragmented as Africa’s virtual asset sector and digital economy, making strategic business decisions requires more than just tracking headlines—it requires connecting the dots across regions, frameworks, and jurisdictions.   That is why we are incredibly proud to announce the launch of The Meridian, VASPA’s premier monthly policy newsletter. Issue … Read more

Building Africa’s Digital Infrastructure: VASPA Activates Standing Committees and Technical Working Groups

Building Africa’s Digital Infrastructure VASPA Activates Standing Committees Technical Working Groups

Following a transformative first half of 2026—marked by the landmark Builders Accord in January, the rollout of Project Green-White-Green compliance frameworks in March, and the inauguration of its new executive leadership in April—the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has officially shifted from strategic alignment to active, continent-wide execution.   To drive this next phase … Read more

VASPA Welcomes the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Payments System Vision 2028

VASPA Welcomes the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Payments System Vision 2028

The Nigerian financial landscape has reached a defining milestone. On 1 June 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) officially launched the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028 (PSV 2028) in Abuja FCT.   As an organization dedicated to fostering trust, clarity, and innovation, the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) extends its warmest congratulations to … Read more

VASPA Unveils ‘Project Green-White-Green’ Whitepaper: A Landmark Blueprint to Integrate Nigeria’s $92 Billion Virtual Asset Market into the National Economy

VASPA Unveils Project Green-White-Green Whitepaper in Nigeria

The Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) today announced the official release of the Project Green-White-Green (GWG) Whitepaper, a sovereign-focused regulatory framework designed to securely integrate virtual assets into Nigeria’s formal financial ecosystem.

From Ambiguity to Architecture: How Industry Feedback is Shaping the Future of Nigeria’s Virtual Asset Sector

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Abuja FCT, Nigeria — In a definitive nod to its growing authority and crucial coordinating role within the virtual asset sector, the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has been officially enlisted by the Nigerian government to be a part of the Virtual Assets Working Group to help steer the country’s ongoing National Risk Assessment (NRA).

NFIU Taps VASPA to Shape Nigeria’s National Risk Assessment on Virtual Assets

NFIU Taps VASPA to Shape Nigeria’s National Risk Assessment on Virtual Assets_Crypto Regulation in Nigeria. FATF

Abuja FCT, Nigeria — In a definitive nod to its growing authority and crucial coordinating role within the virtual asset sector, the Virtual Asset Service Providers Association (VASPA) has been officially enlisted by the Nigerian government to be a part of the Virtual Assets Working Group to help steer the country’s ongoing National Risk Assessment (NRA).