币界网报道:Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially classified cryptocurrencies as securities, effective from 2025, marking a significant regulatory shift for Africa's largest crypto market. The new framework aims to protect investors while fostering innovation, requiring all digital asset platforms to register with the SEC. This move follows Nigeria's recent crackdown on Binance and signals a more structured approach to crypto oversight. With over 22 million Nigerians already using cryptocurrencies, the decision is expected to boost institutional adoption and legitimize the sector. The SEC emphasized the need for compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.