In Nigeria’s fast-moving financial technology space, few success stories shine as brightly as OPay. With millions of daily transactions, a nationwide footprint, and a reputation for speed and reliability, OPay has become a cornerstone of the country’s digital economy. Behind this transformation

By Temitope Adebayo One-stop mobile-based payment platform, OPay, has vowed to remove accounts without Bank Verification Number (BVN) and/or National Identification Number (NIN), effective from March 1, 2024. This is coming on the heels of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) new directives on Know-Your-Customer (KYC), mandating all accounts and wallets for individuals to

Federal Government of Nigeria said it has instituted an investigations into global tech giants Meta, parent company of Facebook, DHL, and online payment platform OPay. According to the government the investigation is led by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC). This follows a surge in complaints from Nigerians concerning potential data breaches. This inquiry marks