On March 14, 2018, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) released the revised regulation for direct debit schemes, under the mandate of the CBN Act 2007. By virtue of this regulation, the CBN is aiming to maintain a sound and up-to-date financial system in Nigeria, which can satisfy the needs created by emerging technologies, such as multi-channel options (online platforms, instant payments, etc.) that apply for direct debit instructions.