The Anambra State Government has entered into a partnership with Flutterwave, a payments technology company, to expand its digital economy framework, with a focus on scaling e-commerce activities and strengthening digital payment systems.
In a statement signed by Governor Chukwuma Soludo and made available to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, the government said the collaboration would also broaden market access for businesses across the state.
Soludo described the partnership as a strategic move to formalise and grow Anambra’s emerging e-commerce ecosystem. He noted that the initiative was designed to unlock new opportunities for traders, artisans, and small business owners.
According to the governor, the partnership is expected to connect local enterprises to wider national and global markets.
“It is also to enable seamless transactions and improved digital participation for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises, (MSMEs) operating across commercial hubs such as Onitsha, Nnewi, and Awka.
“Flutterwave, led by Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Gbenga Agboola has continued to distinguish itself as one of Africa’s most influential fintech innovators.
“It is also building payment infrastructure that is widely used across continents and strengthening Africa’s position in global digital commerce.
“Flutterwave has demonstrated how homegrown technology can solve real African challenges,’’ the governor said.
He added that the collaboration was aimed at empowering individuals and businesses to transact, grow, and compete beyond borders.
Soludo further explained that the initiative would focus on digitising payment systems for small businesses, integrating logistics with payment platforms, and onboarding more traders onto online marketplaces to enhance efficiency and market reach.
The governor also reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to providing enabling infrastructure for young entrepreneurs.
“Anambra government is laying the foundation so our youths can build and scale their ideas without barriers,’’ he said.
He extended an invitation to members of the Anambra diaspora, urging them to tap into the state’s expanding digital opportunities and invest in its growing technology-driven economy.
With the new partnership, Soludo said Anambra is positioning itself as a key digital commerce hub in Nigeria, leveraging innovation to connect local businesses to international markets “one transaction at a time.’’
