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Fintech giant OPay named Brand of the Year at the 9th Annual Daily Asset Awards for innovation, trust, and expanding digital financial inclusion across Nigeria.
Leading fintech company OPay has been awarded Brand of the Year 2025 at the 9th Annual Daily Asset Awards, held on 5 February 2026 at the NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja.
The award recognises OPay’s impact on Nigeria’s financial services sector, its commitment to innovation and trust, and its role in expanding access to digital financial services nationwide.
The Daily Asset Awards celebrate organisations and individuals that demonstrate excellence, consistency, and national impact. OPay’s selection reflects a year of strong performance, customer-focused innovation, and responsible growth.
“This Award Belongs to Our Customers” — Dr Maxwell Loko
Receiving the award, Dr Maxwell Patrick Loko, Vice President, Public and Government Affairs, dedicated the recognition to OPay’s customers and partners across Nigeria.
He added that OPay continues to work closely with regulators and stakeholders to build systems that are safe, reliable, and inclusive, noting that the recognition would inspire the company to do even more.
OPay’s Growth and Impact
Since its establishment, OPay has evolved into a national financial platform supporting millions of users with payments, savings, transfers, and other financial services.
Its wide agent network and digital-first approach have helped bring financial services closer to individuals, small businesses, and underserved communities across Nigeria.
“A Validation of Trust” — Elizabeth Wang
Elizabeth Wang, Chief Commercial Officer at OPay, described the award as a validation of the trust Nigerians place in the brand.
Wang added that OPay will continue to invest in products that deliver value, strong returns, and convenience, while supporting the financial goals of its customers.
Reinforcing Leadership in Nigeria’s Fintech Space
The 9th Daily Asset Awards brought together leaders from government, finance, technology, and the private sector to celebrate organisations contributing to national development.
OPay’s recognition reinforces its position as one of Nigeria’s most impactful fintech brands, committed to trust, inclusion, and innovation.
Looking ahead, OPay remains focused on strengthening trust, deepening financial inclusion, and supporting Nigeria’s digital economy through secure, customer-first financial solutions.
About OPay
Founded in 2018, OPay is a leading financial institution in Nigeria with a mission to make financial services more inclusive through technology.
The company offers a wide range of services, including money transfers, bill payments, card services, airtime and data purchases, and merchant payments.
Renowned for its fast, reliable network and strong security features, OPay is licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and insured by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), offering the same protection as commercial banks.
