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OPay, a leading digital financial services provider in Nigeria, has been honored as the Most Innovative Fintech in Nigeria by Vanguard Newspapers, cementing its status as a trailblazer in the country’s fast-evolving financial technology space.
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The award, presented at a prestigious ceremony in Lagos, recognizes OPay’s outstanding contributions to financial inclusion, digital payment security, and technological innovation that have impacted millions of Nigerians.
OPay was the only fintech company to receive an award at the event, underscoring its unique position as a key player shaping the future of digital finance in Nigeria.
Receiving the award on behalf of the company, Elizabeth Wang, Chief Commercial Officer of OPay, expressed heartfelt appreciation.
“We are deeply honored to be recognized as the fintech company of the year,” Wang said. “This award reaffirms our vision of building a secure, inclusive, and innovative financial ecosystem for every Nigerian. We dedicate this milestone to our loyal customers who continuously inspire our innovation.”
OPay’s recognition comes on the heels of several groundbreaking features that have raised the bar in fintech innovation:
- Large Transaction Shield – enhancing security for high-value transactions
- NightGuard – restricting account access during high-risk nighttime hours
- Real-time Network Status Notifications – allowing users to confirm transfer viability
- Double Verification – to minimize erroneous transactions
- Facial Verification – for added user authentication during transactions
- Fast Transfer Speeds and In-App Customer Service – enhancing user experience
These solutions reinforce OPay’s mission to empower users with secure, smart, and seamless financial services across Nigeria.
