CBN Launches eNaira App, Merchant Wallet

The Central Bank of Nigeria on Monday launched its Central Bank Digital Currency, eNaira.

The digital has two applications – eNaira speed wallet and eNaira merchant wallet, which were launched on the Google Playstore and Apple Store on Monday.

A statement on the eNaira website explained the overall function of the currency and its value to Nigeria’s economy.

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The statement read, “eNaira is a Central Bank of Nigeria-issued digital currency that provides a unique form of money denominated in Naira.

“eNaira serves as both a medium of exchange and a store of value, offering better payment prospects in retail transactions when compared to cash payments.”