Nigeria’s leading financial technology platform, OPay, has strengthened its position as a market leader after winning Fintech Company of the Year and Best Fintech in Cybersecurity at the 9th Tech Innovation Awards held on November 29, 2025, in Lagos.

The event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and top organisations shaping Nigeria’s digital economy. OPay’s latest wins highlight its consistent investment in secure digital payments and its growing influence across the country’s fintech landscape.

OPay Says the Awards Reinforce Its Commitment to Security

Reacting to the recognition, OPay’s Chief Compliance Officer, Chukwudinma Okafor, said the awards reflect the company’s dedication to user protection and industry excellence. According to him, every innovation OPay deploys — from secure payment systems to advanced compliance tools — is designed to give millions of Nigerians confidence in digital transactions.

Also speaking, Chief Commercial Officer, Elizabeth Wang, emphasized that the cybersecurity award validates OPay’s proactive approach to user education. She highlighted the company’s recent “Security Vote Campaign,” which helped millions of Nigerians understand in-app security tools and learn how to protect their accounts against fraud.

A Year of Multiple Awards and Milestones

OPay has enjoyed a strong run in 2025, picking up several major industry awards for innovation, payment reliability, and security leadership. The company has also continued expanding its user base and strengthening its merchant network, earning recognition as one of Nigeria’s most trusted fintech brands.