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OPay’s NightGuard Saved Me from Losing My Life Savings

Temitope Nlewemchi — Fri, 29 May 2026 01:27:46 +0000

A Nigerian fintech user has shared how OPay’s NightGuard feature prevented him from losing his entire savings to fraudsters. The customer, who recounted his experience, explained that cybercriminals attempted to drain his account during late-night hours, but the security measure stopped the unauthorized transactions. NightGuard, a recently introduced feature by OPay, is designed to protect [...]

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OPay opens new office in Ibadan

Temitope Nlewemchi — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:04 +0000

OPay, one of Nigeria’s leading fintech companies, has officially inaugurated a new office in Ibadan, signalling the company’s continued commitment to expanding its operations, enhancing customer engagement, and strengthening its presence in key regional markets. The move reflects OPay’s strategic focus on deepening financial inclusion, improving access to digital payment services, and supporting small businesses [...]

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OPay Bags Two Major Recognitions at Tech Innovation Awards

Temitope Nlewemchi — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:42:50 +0000

OPay has earned significant acclaim at the recently concluded Tech Innovation Awards, securing two distinguished honours that underline the company’s growing influence in Nigeria’s digital financial ecosystem. The wins highlight OPay’s increasing impact on payment technologies, financial inclusion, and the expansion of digital services that cater to millions of users across the country. The recognitions, [...]

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OPay, University of Calabar Partner to Establish Cybersecurity Innovation Lab

Temitope Nlewemchi — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:38:14 +0000

Leading financial technology company OPay has announced a strategic partnership with the University of Calabar (UniCal) to establish a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity Innovation Laboratory, aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s defense against cyber threats and fostering digital resilience among students and professionals. The collaboration, unveiled during a joint press briefing in Calabar, is designed to strengthen cybersecurity education, [...]

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OPay Empowers 420 Students with N126m in First Phase of N1.2bn Scholarship Scheme

Temitope Nlewemchi — Sat, 01 Nov 2025 12:34:48 +0000

Leading financial technology company, OPay, has awarded scholarships worth N126 million to 420 Nigerian students as part of the first phase of its N1.2 billion OPay Education Scholarship Programme, aimed at empowering young Nigerians through access to quality education and capacity development.The scholarship initiative, which was officially launched in Lagos, forms part of OPay’s long-term [...]

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OPay to Host 2025 Empowering Futures Conference to Drive Innovation and Financial Inclusion

Temitope Nlewemchi — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:59:11 +0000

Fintech giant OPay Nigeria has announced plans to host its annual Empowering Futures Conference 2025, an event designed to promote innovation, financial inclusion, and digital transformation across Africa’s fast-growing technology ecosystem. The conference, scheduled for early 2025 in Lagos, is expected to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and innovators to discuss strategies for advancing [...]

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Opay Introduces Advanced Security Features, Rewards Challenge Winners with ₦1 Million Each

Temitope Nlewemchi — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 18:01:54 +0000

Opay, one of Nigeria’s leading financial technology platforms, has announced the launch of new security features designed to enhance user protection and prevent fraudulent transactions across its mobile payment ecosystem. The company also celebrated the winners of its recently concluded “Opay Security Challenge,” rewarding each with ₦1 million for their innovative solutions and commitment to [...]

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OPay Emerges Only Fintech With Triple Victory at 2025 BAFI Awards

Temitope Nlewemchi — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 17:19:50 +0000

OPay has made history by becoming the only fintech to win three major accolades at the 2025 BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, reinforcing its reputation as one of Nigeria’s most innovative and high-performing digital finance platforms.At the awards gala, OPay took home Mobile Payment Solutions Provider of the Year, Business Solutions Provider [...]

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OPay Recognized as Leader in Secure Payments with Prestigious BAFI Award

Temitope Nlewemchi — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:21:26 +0000

OPay, a leading fintech company in Africa, has been awarded the prestigious Business and Financial Awards (BAFI) for its excellence in secure payment solutions, marking a significant milestone in the company’s mission to reshape the digital finance landscape. This recognition underscores OPay’s commitment to advancing secure, accessible, and efficient digital payment services across Nigeria and [...]

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OPay drives innovative features to protect users

Temitope Nlewemchi — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 18:58:23 +0000

A leading fintech company, OPay, has unveiled enhanced security features to protect the funds of customers. In a statement issued on Sunday, the mobile money platform said the innovations were in tandem with its desire to provide peace of mind for the users of their platform. OPay is a mobile money operator licensed by the [...]

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Nigerian Fintechs to Resume New Accounts Soon – CBN

Temitope Nlewemchi — Sat, 25 May 2024 23:42:58 +0000

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that mobile money operators, including fintech firms like OPay, Palmpay, Kuda Bank, and Moniepoint, will recommence the enrolment of new customers “in another couple of months.” CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, made this statement on Tuesday during the 295th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in Abuja, where the [...]

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OPay Implements Security Features to Safeguard Customers’ Funds

Temitope Nlewemchi — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:50:42 +0000

In a proactive move to enhance customer protection, OPay has rolled out new security features aimed at securing customers’ funds. This development underscores the company’s commitment to ensuring the safety and integrity of financial transactions on its platform. As Infostride News closely monitors these developments, comprehensive coverage will be provided, including insights into the specific [...]

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OPay Announces Plan to Block Accounts Unlinked with NIN by March 1

Temitope Nlewemchi — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:19:23 +0000

In a move to align with regulatory requirements and enhance user identity verification, OPay, a prominent financial technology platform, has declared its intention to block all accounts that are not linked with the National Identification Number (NIN) by March 1. This decision reflects the ongoing efforts within the financial sector to strengthen Know Your Customer [...]

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