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Shaibu Haruna

Also known as: Mr Shaibu Haruna · Mr Haruna · CEO Shaibu Haruna · MoMo boss · Mr. Haruna

2026-05-042026-10-29

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Meanwhile, Chief Executive of Mobile Money Fintech Limited, Shaibu Haruna, called for greater emphasis on digital finance as a tool to promote entrepreneurship and strengthen the productive sector. …

    Ghana CEO Vision Expo seeks solutions to bridge gaps in government’s reset agenda
  3. Joy Online

    … Mupita was accompanied by MTN Ghana CEO, Stephen Blewett and MobileMoney Fintech Limited CEO, Shaibu Haruna.

    MTN reaffirms commitment to driving Ghana’s digital infrastructure- Group CEO
  4. Joy Online

    … Speaking to the media after the hackathon in Tamale, the Chief Executive Officer of MOMO FinTech, Shaibu Haruna, said the initiative was introduced after the company observed that FinTech businesses were largely concentrated in Accra, despite the availability of talented young pe …

    MOMO FinTech Lab backs young innovators in northern Ghana
  5. Joy Online

    … According to MMFL Chief Executive Officer Shaibu Haruna, the collaboration draws on entertainment’s influence to encourage young people to explore business opportunities and support small-business development. …

    From music to MoMo: ShattaFest puts cashless trading in the spotlight
  6. Joy Online

    … The agreement was signed in Accra by Shaibu Haruna, Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney Fintech LTD, while Allen Anie, Head of Experimentation and Chief Technical Adviser at UNDP, initialled for the UN system. …

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD scales up digital finance for 18,000 MSMEs
  7. Daily Guide

    … The Chief Executive Officer of MMFL, Shaibu Haruna, thanked customers for their loyalty and continued use of the platform, describing their feedback as a key driver of the company’s growth and innovation. …

    MTN Targets Fraud Prevention, Better Customer Service
  8. Joy Online

    … During the engagement, the Chief Executive Officer of MMFL, Shaibu Haruna, commended the musician for his performance and for inspiring and empowering young people through entertainment. …

    MoMo Fest 2026: Shatta Wale to Rock Accra Stadium on October 17
  9. Joy Online

    … Shaibu Haruna. The meeting, held behind closed doors, focused on moving beyond traditional event sponsorship to explore deeper collaboration in promoting financial inclusion, digital financial services and opportunities within Ghana’s creative economy. …

    Sarkodie visits MobileMoney Fintech LTD
  10. September 2026
  11. Joy Online

    Some concerned residents of Nyankpala in the Tolon District of the Northern Region have petitioned state authorities to expedite investigations into violence that occurred on December 7, 2024, which resulted in the death of Shaibu Haruna, popularly known as Alhaji, and left sever …

    2024 Nyankpala election violence: Youth group petitions authorities over slow probe
  12. Joy Online

    … Commenting on the response, Shaibu Haruna, Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney Fintech LTD, said, “The response so far is encouraging. …

    MoMo Fintech Lab attracts close to 1K entries from innovators across, applications end on Sept 30

Today

  1. Business leaders seek stronger role in government's economic reset agenda

    At the 5th Ghana CEO Vision Expo, executives called for increased private sector participation in the government's reset agenda, emphasising local production, innovation and digital finance, and plan to submit practical recommendations to the Presidency.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. MTN Group CEO reaffirms commitment to Ghana digital infrastructure

    MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita, visiting Ghana as the company marks 30 years of operations, reaffirmed MTN's commitment to supporting Ghana's digital infrastructure and digital sovereignty through mobile broadband and financial networks. During his visit, Mupita engaged with government stakeholders including the Vice President and Minister of Communication on advancing financial inclusion, connectivity, and digital economy development.

    28 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 24 October

  1. MOMO FinTech Lab supports young innovators across northern Ghana

    MOMO FinTech Lab has selected four top-performing teams from northern Ghana for the National Demo Day in Accra, where they will receive mentoring and present to investors. The initiative aims to nurture financial technology entrepreneurs outside Accra and support innovators developing solutions for local challenges, with the competition attracting more than 1,000 entries nationwide.

    24 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. MoMoFest x ShattaFest 2026 promotes digital payments at Accra festival

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD integrated the MoMo App into ShattaFest 2026 at Accra Sports Stadium, enabling festivalgoers and traders to conduct cashless transactions for food, clothing and other products while educating patrons on fraud prevention and digital financial habits.

    21 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. MobileMoney Fintech partners with UN agencies for MSME digital finance

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD has signed a partnership with the United Nations Capital Development Fund and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development to expand digital financial services for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Ghana, with a focus on underserved groups including women and youth-led businesses.

    21 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. MTN MobileMoney strengthens fraud prevention and customer service

    MTN MobileMoney Financial Services Limited reaffirmed its commitment to using customer feedback to improve service delivery and prevent fraud. The company said social engineering accounts for approximately 90 percent of fraud-related activities, and is intensifying public education through outreach programmes in schools, markets, churches and other public gatherings to promote safe digital financial practices.

    21 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. MoMo Fest 2026: Shatta Wale to perform at Accra Stadium

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD and Shatta Wale will host MoMo Fest 2026 at Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, October 17, starting at 6 p.m., combining music performances with digital financial services and customer engagement.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 4 October

  1. Sarkodie explores partnership with fintech firm MobileMoney

    Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie visited MobileMoney Fintech LTD to discuss a strategic partnership between Ghana's creative and fintech industries, focusing on financial inclusion and digital financial services through collaboration between entertainment and technology sectors.

    4 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 26 September

  1. Nyankpala youth group seeks faster probe into December 2024 violence

    Concerned residents of Nyankpala have petitioned authorities to expedite investigations into violence on December 7, 2024, that killed Shaibu Haruna and injured several others, citing concerns over evidence preservation and witness availability nearly two years after the incident.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. MoMo Fintech Lab receives 990+ entries from Ghana innovators

    MobileMoney Fintech Ltd has received over 990 entries for the 2026 MoMo Fintech Lab, a nationwide innovation programme that identifies and supports innovators developing solutions for Ghana's digital financial services sector. Applications remain open until September 30.

    23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 13 August

  1. MobileMoney FinTech launches innovation lab for Ghana startups

    MobileMoney FinTech Limited has launched the MoMo FinTech Lab, a programme providing intensive bootcamp training, zonal hackathons, and mentorship to innovators, startups, students, developers and industry players to develop fintech solutions. Selected teams will compete for cash prizes of GH¢100,000, GH¢50,000 and GH¢30,000.

    13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Five arrested in Upper West mobile money robbery syndicate

    The Upper West Regional Police Command arrested five suspected members of an armed robbery syndicate accused of targeting residents in Wa West District and Wa Municipality through forced disclosure of Mobile Money PINs. One of six identified suspects, a 52-year-old man, died during the operation after being taken to the regional hospital.

    11 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Ecobank-JoyNews forum examines financial inclusion via digital transformation

    The inaugural Ecobank-Joy Business Financial Dialogue Series was held in Accra on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, bringing together regulators, financial institutions, fintech operators and industry leaders to discuss how digital payments and financial technology can expand access to formal financial services among underserved communities.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. MoMo and GhIPSS digitise informal transport payments campaign

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD has launched the Ride with MoMo campaign in partnership with Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems to transition commercial drivers from cash to digital payment practices via the MoMo Merchant Wallet and GhQR platform. The campaign aims to help drivers formalise their businesses, keep proper records, and build transaction histories for future access to financial services.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 10 July

  1. MoMo launches campaign to onboard commercial drivers cashless

    Mobile Money Fintech Ltd has announced a nationwide campaign to onboard commercial drivers onto its MoMo merchant network, partnering with the Digital Transport Workers Union. The system allows passengers to pay fares via GHQR code scanning, with drivers earning reward points redeemable for fuel and maintenance vouchers.

    10 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 9 July

  1. Mobile Money Fintech launches digital payment scheme for drivers

    Shaibu Haruna's Mobile Money Fintech Ltd is launching a nationwide campaign to onboard commercial drivers onto its MoMo merchant network, allowing passengers to pay fares via GHQR code scanning from their phones. The company is partnering with the Digital Transport Workers Union and offering reward points redeemable for fuel and maintenance vouchers, plus vehicle upgrade packages for top-performing drivers each month.

    9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 22 June

  1. MobileMoney Fintech separates, targets faster innovation and growth

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD completed a structural separation to enhance innovation, security and operational focus as it aims to be a leading African fintech business. The company's shareholders approved governance changes including the appointment of Ernst & Young as auditors and a shift to quarterly dividend payments.

    22 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. MobileMoney Fintech declares maiden quarterly dividend of 3 pesewas

    MobileMoney Fintech Limited has declared its first quarterly dividend of 3 pesewas per share for Q1 2026, following its separation from MTN Ghana on March 31. Mobile money revenue reached approximately GH¢1.7 billion in the first quarter, representing a 28.4 percent year-on-year increase.

    16 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 15 June

  1. MMFL declares GH¢0.03 quarterly dividend per share

    Shareholders of Mobile Money Fintech Limited approved a dividend of GH¢0.03 per share for the first quarter of 2026 at an Extraordinary General Meeting in Accra. The company has moved from semi-annual to quarterly dividend payments, reflecting improved performance.

    15 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Saturday 13 June

  1. Mobile Money Fintech shareholders approve Q1 dividend at EGM

    Shareholders of Mobile Money Fintech Limited approved a dividend of GH¢0.03 per share for Q1 2026 and endorsed corporate governance resolutions at an Extraordinary General Meeting in Accra. The company also ratified Ernst & Young as external auditors and transitioned its directors following its rebrand from Mobile Money Limited.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

  1. MMFL releases white paper on fighting digital fraud

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD has released a strategic white paper calling for coordinated, cross-sector action to address digital fraud in Ghana's financial ecosystem. The paper draws from stakeholder engagement involving regulatory institutions, financial service providers, fintechs, law enforcement, and telecoms, and identifies priorities including joint coordination mechanisms and intelligence-sharing.

    12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 11 June

  1. MobileMoney Fintech releases white paper on digital fraud risks

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD has released a white paper calling for stronger collaboration across Ghana's digital financial services sector to combat growing digital fraud threats. The paper, informed by a stakeholder forum, highlights the need for coordinated action among regulators, financial institutions, fintech companies, telecommunications operators, law enforcement and agent networks.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 14 May

  1. MobileMoney Fintech CEO speaks on consumer protection at Africa summit

    MobileMoney Fintech LTD participated prominently in the second 3i Africa Summit in Accra from May 6–8, 2026, where CEO Shaibu Haruna keynoted on consumer protection in digital lending, arguing that "without protection, there is no inclusion."

    14 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Digital lender CEO calls for stronger consumer protection frameworks

    Shaibu Haruna, CEO of MobileMoney Fintech Limited, has called for stronger consumer protection frameworks to underpin Africa's fast-growing digital lending ecosystem, warning that financial inclusion without safeguards could do more harm than good and that the speed of digital credit must be matched with transparency, accountability, and trust.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 10 May

  1. MTN Ghana, MobileMoney showcase fintech leadership at 3i Africa Summit

    MTN Ghana and its fintech arm MobileMoney Fintech participated in the 3i Africa Summit 2026 (May 6–8, Accra), where senior executives including MTN Group President & CEO Ralph Mupita and MobileMoney CEO Shaibu Haruna addressed topics including digital finance in emerging markets, financial inclusion, and consumer protection in digital credit and banking.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 8 May

  1. Grueter wins 120-golfer tournament ahead of 3i Africa Summit

    Former Achimota Golf Club captain Sjoerd Grueter won the maiden 3i Africa Summit Invitational, a one-day 18-hole Stableford event at Achimota Golf Course in Accra that drew more than 120 golfers. The tournament also marked Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama's 58th birthday celebration.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. MobileMoney CEO endorses golf for business networking

    The CEO of MobileMoney Fintech Ghana has praised golf as a platform for building connections and fostering business relationships, speaking at the 3i Africa Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Club. The event brought together over 100 amateur golfers from clubs across Ghana and the continent, and served as a prelude to the 3i Africa Summit 2026.

    8 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 7 May

  1. MoMo CEO urges consumer safeguards for digital lending growth

    The CEO of MobileMoney Fintech Ltd called for stronger consumer protection measures to accompany the rapid expansion of digital lending and mobile financial services across Africa, warning that financial inclusion without adequate safeguards could expose consumers to over-indebtedness and lack of transparency in loan conditions.

    7 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. MoMo Ghana CEO highlights golf's value for networking

    MoMo Ghana's CEO Shaibu Haruna praised golf as a platform for business connections and community building at the 3i Africa Invitational Golf Tournament, noting that the sport creates a relaxed environment for fintech and banking sector professionals to share ideas and foster relationships.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. MobileMoney CEO joins industry body for May Day sports event

    CEO Shaibu Haruna of MobileMoney Ltd participated in MoMAG's "Day Out" at the University of Ghana, a May Day event featuring sports competitions and team bonding among mobile money stakeholders. The CEO said agents are the backbone of financial inclusion and pledged continued support for their welfare and growth.

    5 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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