Ehen my people, una don hear the latest about the Dangote Refinery IPO? If you dey plan invest, you no wan fall for scam again, abi? Below is the full list of the 32 authorised banks, fintechs and mobile operators wey CBN has cleared for share purchase.
Why you need this list
- Scammers dey use fake websites to collect your money.
- Many of us still trust traditional banks, but the new fintech platforms are cheaper and faster.
- Mobile operators now carry out share transactions – no need to waka go any branch.
Approved channels (by category)
| Category | Example channels |
|---|---|
| Banks | GTBank, FirstBank, Access Bank, Zenith Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Standard Chartered, Stanbic IBTC, Fidelity Bank, Union Bank, Polaris Bank |
| Fintechs | Paystack, Flutterwave, Interswitch, Kuda, Carbon, Opay, TeamApt, PiggyVest |
| Mobile operators | MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile |
| Other authorised agents | Stockbrokers: CLSA, ARM Securities, Meristem, Stanbic Stockbrokers |
How to buy safely
- Verify the platform – check the CBN or NSE website for the approved list.
- Use your own bank account – never share your OTP or PIN with anyone.
- Keep receipts – the transaction ID is your proof if anything goes wrong.
- Avoid “too good to be true” offers – if someone promises a guaranteed return, step back.
E be like say una don carry una destiny throway for gutter when you ignore the proper channels. The Dangote Refinery is a historic project for Naija; we must protect our money while we support it.
Quick poll
- Which of the approved channels you trust the most? Bank, fintech, or mobile operator?
- Have you already subscribed to any of these platforms? Share your experience – any hiccups?
Drop your thoughts below, make we help each other invest wisely and keep the scammers at bay. Remember, knowledge is power, and the right channel can save you N200k or more in hidden fees. Let’s make this IPO a win for all Nigerians!
