OPay partnered with the Central Bank of Nigeria during the Global Money Week 2026 Financial Literacy Fair and Exhibition held at the CBN headquarters in Abuja to promote financial awareness and responsible money management among young Nigerians.
The event, themed “Smart Money Talks,” brought together students from several secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory, including Doveland International School, Living Fountain International School, Government Day Secondary School, and Government Science School.
Global Money Week is an international initiative focused on equipping young people with financial knowledge and practical skills needed to make informed decisions in an increasingly digital economy.
Speaking at the event, Aisha Isa-Olatinwo described financial literacy as essential for both personal and national economic development. She stressed that understanding money management has become increasingly important in today’s evolving financial environment.
Also speaking, Nelson Amuwa said the initiative was designed to help young people gain the confidence needed to make informed financial choices and encourage healthy conversations around money management.
Representing OPay, Chukwudinma Okafor said the partnership reflects the company’s alignment with regulatory priorities on consumer protection, financial literacy, and responsible use of digital financial services. According to him, compliance is not only about regulation but also about building trust and empowering users with financial knowledge.
Similarly, Paul Iwunwa noted that financial literacy forms the foundation of meaningful financial inclusion. He explained that engaging students early helps build stronger money habits and contributes to a more financially responsible society.
The event featured interactive sessions on savings, budgeting, and money management, while students also explored OPay’s booth to learn about digital financial products and services.
Founded in 2018, OPay provides digital payment services including transfers, bill payments, airtime purchases, merchant payments, and card services. The fintech company is licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria and insured by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC).
