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Nigerian SEC announces new rules, compliance program for digital assets

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Amaka Nwaokocha9 hours agoNigerian SEC announces new rules, compliance program for digital assetsWhile this application process is intended to improve compliance, VASPs are directed to complete it no later than 30 days from the circular date.998 Total views1 Total sharesListen to article 0:00NewsOwn this piece of crypto historyCollect this article as NFTJoin us on social networksThe Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has amended its rules on Digital Asset Issuance, Offering Platforms, Exchange and Custody. 


In an official notice to the public, the SEC outlined its plans to update these critical regulations. The amendment process is designed to enhance the regulatory environment, making it more comprehensive and responsive to the complexities of digital asset markets. The amendment


As part of this regulatory overhaul, the SEC introduced a special compliance program called the Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP). This program is specifically designed for virtual assets service providers (VASPs) and offers a path for these entities to align with the new regulatory requirements. Circular announcing the amendment. Source: SEC


According to the circular on the SEC’s website, it has set up a special window for the onboarding process, which will allow VASPs to participate in the ARIP.


The onboarding process is accessible through the SEC’s ePortal. While this application process is intended to improve compliance, VASPs are directed to complete it no later than 30 days from the circular date.


Related: Crypto enthusiasts warn against naira trade ban on exchanges


The SEC also issued a stern warning that it will crack down on any non-compliant VASPs, enforcing regulatory actions against those that fail to adhere to the directives outlined in the circular.SEC’s moves so far


The amendment of the initial Rules on Digital Assets Issuance, Offering Platforms, Exchange and Custody, issued in May 2022, follows the appointment of a new Director-General, Emomotimi Agama, at the SEC. 


Meanwhile, the urgent need for the Nigerian government and regulators to responsibly regulate the virtual assets industry rather than enforcing clampdowns, crackdowns and shutdowns has been strongly emphasized in order to reposition the Nigerian market.


In March, Nigeria’s SEC proposed an amendment to the rules guiding platforms offering crypto services, suggesting a hike in the registration fee for crypto exchanges from 30 million naira ($18,620) to 150 million naira ($93,000).


Nigeria has emerged as one of the fastest-growing crypto economies in the past few years. In 2023, it was also the second-biggest economy in terms of crypto adoption. In August 2022, Nigeria was named the most crypto-obsessed country in the world by the number of Google searches for “cryptocurrency” or “buy crypto.”


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