Purpose: The purpose of this study is to establish whether religion (interest) is an impediment to Nigeria’s financial inclusion targets to be achieved by the year 2020. Design/methodology/approach: The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and documentary evidence. Thematic...

Purpose: This paper aims to explore the potential of the awareness and knowledge of Islamic social finance (zakat, waqf and Islamic microfinance) to alleviate poverty during the COVID-19 pandemic with the moderating effect of ethical orientation. Design/methodology/approach: The data were...

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the contribution of academic and professional institutions in promoting the awareness and knowledge of Islamic banking and finance in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach: The data were generated through a documentary research method by examining...

Purpose - This study explores the benefits of business financial inclusion from the Islamic perspective in Nigeria by selecting Kano state as a case study. Design/methodology/approach - Primary data were generated through semi-structured interviews with experts who comprised professional...