Nigeria’s cNGN Stablecoin Faces Adoption Hurdle as Exchanges Hold Back
TLDR
- The Africa Stablecoin Consortium (ASC) has held early talks with crypto exchanges Yellow Card and Roqqu to list cNGN, Nigeria’s first regulatory-approved stablecoin
- While both firms confirmed the discussions, neither has committed to supporting the token, TechCabal reported
- cNGN, backed 1:1 by the Naira, is already listed on Nigerian exchanges Busha and Quidax
The Africa Stablecoin Consortium (ASC) has held early talks with crypto exchanges Yellow Card and Roqqu to list cNGN, Nigeria’s first regulatory-approved stablecoin. While both firms confirmed the discussions, neither has committed to supporting the token, TechCabal reported.
cNGN, backed 1:1 by the Naira, is already listed on Nigerian exchanges Busha and Quidax. But wider adoption—particularly for remittances and cross-border transfers—requires access to platforms with pan-African reach. Without such listings, ASC’s growth ambitions may stall.
Yellow Card COO Jason Marshall said the company takes regulatory projects seriously but remains selective, citing capital backing and verified reserves as minimum requirements. Roqqu CEO Eseoghene Onomor echoed the sentiment, noting that listing must be driven by user demand, which remains low. While ASC envisions cNGN as part of a regional stablecoin network, exchange hesitation reflects uncertainty around domestic use cases and market appetite. The stablecoin’s utility remains in question without broader platform support.
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Key Takeaways
Stablecoins in Africa are emerging as tools for remittances and cross-border trade, but adoption depends on infrastructure, trust, and market fit. Despite being part of Nigeria’s SEC incubation program, cNGN faces a tough entry path. Exchanges want assurance of strong reserves, institutional support, and clear demand before listing. This mirrors a broader trend in African crypto markets: users and platforms remain cautious after years of regulatory uncertainty and volatile tokens. For cNGN, the path to success may lie in proving real-world utility beyond just being a digital Naira. Integrations with payment networks, use in intra-African trade, or reliable cross-border settlement could drive relevance. Without these, the stablecoin risks becoming redundant in a country with instant, low-cost bank transfers. The challenge is not just technical—it’s strategic. To succeed, cNGN must go beyond compliance and demonstrate clear value to users and institutions navigating Africa’s evolving financial ecosystem.
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