No more “network issues” excuses.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has given PoS terminal providers ONE MONTH to fix transaction disruptions by upgrading their systems.
Here’s what’s changing 👇
🔹 Dual connectivity is now mandatory
All PoS operators, processors and terminal providers must connect their systems to BOTH
➡️ NIBSS and
➡️ UPSL
🔹 Automatic backup required
If one platform goes down, transactions must switch instantly to the other — no failed payments, no downtime.
🔹 Regular stress tests
CBN has ordered periodic testing of the systems to ensure backups actually work when needed.
🔹 24-hour incident reporting
Any downtime must be reported to the CBN within 24 hours, explaining what happened and how it was fixed.
⏰ Deadline:
All financial institutions and PoS providers must comply within one month from December 11, 2025.
Bottom line?
CBN wants faster, more reliable PoS transactions — and less frustration for Nigerians 💳⚡
What do you think — will this finally end PoS wahala? 👇
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