OPay, a leading fintech company in Nigeria, partnered with the Central Bank of Nigeria at the Global Money Week 2026 Financial Literacy Fair and Exhibition held on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, at the CBN headquarters in Abuja.
The event, as contained in a statement on Wednesday, themed ‘Smart Money Talks’, brought together students from secondary schools across the Federal Capital Territory, including Doveland International School; Living Fountain International School; Government Day Secondary School, Wuse; and Government Science School, Maitama, to promote financial awareness and responsible money management among young Nigerians.
Global Money Week is a worldwide awareness initiative designed to equip young people with the knowledge and skills needed to make sound financial decisions. The initiative aims to ensure long-term economic stability by preparing the next generation for an increasingly digital and interconnected financial ecosystem.
Speaking at the event, the Director of Consumer Protection and Financial Inclusion at the CBN, Aisha Isa-Olatinwo, highlighted financial literacy as a cornerstone of national development.
“In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, financial literacy is no longer optional but essential for individuals, families, and the broader economy,” Isa-Olatinwo noted.
Reinforcing this message, Head of the Consumer Education and Evaluation Division at the CBN, Nelson Amuwa, stated that the initiative is part of a broader effort to provide young people with the confidence to navigate the financial world.
“Encouraging open conversations about money is key to building a secure financial future for our youth,” Amuwa emphasised.
Commenting on OPay’s participation, the Chief Compliance Officer at OPay, Chukwudinma Okafor, underscored the importance of regulatory alignment.
“Our partnership with the CBN on Global Money Week reaffirms our strong alignment with regulatory priorities around consumer protection and financial literacy. At OPay, compliance goes beyond regulation; it is about building trust and ensuring that young people are equipped to engage safely in the financial system,” Okafor said.
A Senior Marketing Manager at OPay, Paul Iwunwa, also reaffirmed the company’s dedication to early education as a tool for economic resilience.
“OPay sees financial literacy as the foundation of true financial inclusion. By engaging students at this critical stage, we are not only helping to shape better money habits but also contributing to a more economically resilient future for Nigeria,” he said.
The Financial Literacy Fair and Exhibition featured engaging sessions that provided students with hands-on experience in money management and savings. Participants interacted directly with OPay’s interactive booth, gaining exposure to innovative financial products tailored to support their financial journeys.
OPay’s involvement reinforces its mission to deepen consumer education and promote the responsible usage of digital financial services.
Established in 2018, OPay is a leading fintech company in Nigeria dedicated to making financial services inclusive through technology. OPay is licensed by the CBN and insured by the NDIC, providing customers with the same insurance coverage as traditional commercial banks.
