Nigerian Banks API

Nigeria Open Data · Banking & Fintech

Nigerian Banks API is a free, open-source REST API providing comprehensive data on all Nigerian banks including USSD codes, branch information, swift codes, bank codes, and payment endpoints. The API enables developers to programmatically access Nigerian banking infrastructure information without external dependencies.

free

None

Unlimited (self-hosted via GitHub or npm package)

✗ Not Available

Best For

Nigerian fintech developers needing static bank reference data

Pricing

Open-source GitHub project. Free forever. No API key needed. Can be self-hosted or used via npm package. Perfect for Nigerian fintech needing bank data without external API costs. Community-maintained.

Key Highlights

  • All Nigerian banks with codes and details
  • USSD codes for direct transfers
  • Branch information and locations
  • SWIFT codes and bank identifiers
  • Completely free and open-source

Required Access Documents

  • NoneOptional
    Free, open-source project — no signup or key required for basic use.

Use Cases

  • Bank Selection Lists:Populate a bank dropdown in a Nigerian payment form.
  • USSD Transfer Shortcuts:Generate bank-specific USSD codes for direct transfers.

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