OPay has been named Fintech Company of the Year 2025 at the Leadership Annual Conference and Awards held Thursday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.
The recognition marks the second consecutive year the digital payments company has claimed the title, following its win in 2024.
Organisers said the award acknowledges OPay’s impact on Nigeria’s financial technology space, particularly its innovation, security standards, and role in deepening financial inclusion for individuals and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
The ceremony drew high-profile attendees, including First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese Matthew Kukah, former First Lady Patience Jonathan, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation Didi Walson-Jack, and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation Boss Mustapha, alongside traditional rulers from across the country.
Receiving the award on behalf of the company, OPay’s Vice President of Public and Government Affairs, Dr Maxwell Loko, described the recognition as validation of the firm’s mission.
“This award is a strong endorsement of our commitment to building secure and accessible financial services for Nigerians. At OPay, we focus on solving real problems, helping people send money safely, save with confidence, and run their businesses better. Being recognised for the second time motivates us to keep raising the bar for innovation, security, and customer trust,” he said.
Over the years, the company has rolled out multiple security features and digital solutions aimed at protecting users while simplifying everyday transactions. Its services span money transfers, bill payments, airtime and data purchases, card services, and merchant payments.
Chief Commercial Officer Elizabeth Wang also attributed the win to customer trust and product design.
“Winning Fintech Company of the Year again shows the trust our customers place in OPay. We design our products around our customers’ needs, with a strong focus on security, ease of use, and value. Our goal is to empower people and businesses with tools that support growth, stability, and long-term financial confidence,” she said.
Established in 2018, OPay operates as a licensed financial institution regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria and insured by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation with coverage similar to commercial banks.
The Leadership Annual Conference and Awards recognises organisations and individuals contributing to national development, with OPay’s consecutive wins reinforcing its position in Nigeria’s fintech landscape.
