NIBSS Profile

The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS) was set up by the decision of the Bankers Committee in 1992, as a Banking Industry Shared-Service, to help streamline inter-bank payments and settlement mechanisms, and to promote electronic payments in Nigeria. Incorporated in April 1993 it commenced operations on 13th June 1994.

Ownership and Structure

NIBSS is owned by all licensed banks and discount houses in Nigeria, and the Central Bank of Nigeria. The Board consists of representatives of banks, Discount Houses and the Managing Director of NIBSS with Deputy Governor (Operations), Central Bank of Nigeria, as the Chairman.