OPay wins The Sun Awards 2025 Fintech/Digital Bank of the Year for driving financial inclusion and innovative digital banking solutions in Nigeria

Leading digital financial platform OPay has been named Fintech/Digital Bank of the Year 2025 at The Sun Awards, marking the first time the category has been introduced since the awards’ inception.

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The ceremony was held on 31 January 2026 at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The recognition celebrates OPay’s role in building a reliable, inclusive, and easy-to-use digital financial ecosystem, serving millions of Nigerians daily.

]The award highlights OPay’s integrated platform, which combines mobile banking, digital wallets, fast payments, merchant services, and lifestyle solutions in one seamless interface.

For users, OPay functions as more than just a financial app; it is a trusted partner in daily life. From instant money transfers to empowering small businesses with efficient payment solutions, the platform continues to bridge the gap between traditional banking and the digital economy.

Speaking on the award, OPay COO/CTO Adekunle Adedotun said:

“This recognition is a welcome development. The Sun has stood out as one of the shining beacons of journalism, and we are pleased to receive the award.

This is an incentive to do more. We remain committed to being user-friendly and innovative and to ensuring financial inclusion across Nigeria.”

Chief Commercial Officer Elizabeth Wang added:

“Being recognised in the first-ever Fintech/Digital Bank category by The Sun is not just an honour for OPay, but a recognition of the trust millions of Nigerians place in us every day.

We remain focused on building secure, reliable, and inclusive financial solutions that make life easier for individuals and help businesses grow.”

Founded in 2018, OPay has consistently invested in secure infrastructure, user experience, and local partnerships.

Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria and insured by the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation, OPay offers a wide range of financial services, including money transfers, bill payments, card services, airtime/data purchases, and merchant payments, all backed by fast and reliable technology.

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As the inaugural recipient of The Sun’s Fintech/Digital Bank of the Year award, OPay emphasised that the accolade is a shared achievement with its users, merchants, and partners, reinforcing its commitment to financial inclusion and Nigeria’s growing digital economy.