Mobile Payment Solutions Provider of the Year-Opay

OPay said that the recognition was a testament to its continued innovation, commitment to customer satisfaction, and leadership in secure digital payments within Nigeria’s rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem.

Leading financial technology firm, OPay, has been recognised as the ‘Mobile Payment Solutions Provider of the Year’ award at the 12th Annual Banks and Other Financial Institutions Awards.

According to the firm, one of its standout innovations is the Large Transaction Shield, which provides an extra layer of protection for users handling high-value transactions.

A statement from OPay on Monday said, “This award further reinforces OPay’s relentless drive to enhance security and user experience across its suite of financial products and services. With a clear focus on protecting its users’ financial integrity, OPay has pioneered innovative multiple security solutions that address key challenges in the digital payments space.”

“By introducing an additional verification step, this solution minimises the risk of errors and unauthorised transfers, offering peace of mind to users. 

In addition, OPay’s NightGuard feature allows users to restrict access to their accounts during specific hours, further safeguarding them against potential fraudulent activities during vulnerable overnight has also made significant strides in accessibility and inclusion by integrating USSD codes, allowing users to make transactions securely without the need for internet connectivity.