Jeroid Celebrates 8 Years of Innovation and Impact in Nigeria’s Digital finance Industry

Leading Nigerian cryptocurrency platform, Jeroid, recently marked its 8th anniversary with a grand celebration that blended glamour, cultural pride, and critical industry conversations. The event, which took place in Lagos, attracted dignitaries from the tech, finance, and entertainment sectors, underscoring the company’s growing influence in Nigeria’s digital economy.

In attendance were the Special Assistant to the President on Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Mr. Ayo Adeagbo; the President of the Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), Mr. Obinna Iwuno; Mr. Obinna Egbuniwe, Senior Manager at the SEC’s Lagos Zonal Office; and popular music star Zlatan Ibile, who was unveiled as Jeroid’s latest brand ambassador.

The night was punctuated with thrilling cultural displays, dance performances, and a thought-provoking panel session featuring notable voices from the crypto space. Discussions revolved around the future of blockchain in Nigeria, youth empowerment, and the need for a clearer regulatory framework to curb the rising incidence of crypto-related scams.

Speaking at the event, Jeroid’s CEO, Mr. Jeremiah Mayowa, offered a moving reflection on the company’s humble beginnings in 2017, operating from a modest apartment. Eight years later, Jeroid has not only grown into a national brand but also etched its name in history as Nigeria’s first crypto exchange to be ISO-certified, earning the credential in 2024 and a recertification in 2025.

“Our mission has always been clear — to build a secure, user-friendly platform for exchanging digital assets,” said Mayowa. “From launching our Lagos HQ and first mobile app in 2021 to achieving national expansion in 2022 and releasing Version 2 with added features in 2023, it’s been an incredible journey. And we’re only just getting started.”

The company’s COO, Mr. Hassan Eniola, echoed concerns about the challenges of crypto regulation in Nigeria. “Compliance and regulation remain the biggest barriers to widespread crypto adoption in the country,” Eniola noted during the panel discussion. “Without a comprehensive policy, users remain vulnerable to bad actors.”

Jeroid’s anniversary celebration was not just a company milestone — it became a broader symbol of youth-led innovation in Africa. The event’s atmosphere highlighted Jeroid’s dual identity as both a fintech powerhouse and a cultural brand rooted in community and resilience.

“We believe Africa doesn’t need to play catch-up,” Mayowa affirmed. “We can lead. We can innovate. And we can set the standard.”

As Jeroid enters its ninth year, the company continues to position itself at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation — lighting the path for what the future of crypto in Africa could look like.