RismadarVoice Reporters, May 7, 2026
OPay has partnered with the Central Bank of Nigeria to promote financial literacy among secondary school students during the Global Money Week 2026 Financial Literacy Fair and Exhibition held at the CBN headquarters in Abuja.
The event, themed “Smart Money Talks,” brought together students from schools across the Federal Capital Territory, including Doveland International School, Living Fountain International School, Government Day Secondary School, Wuse, and Government Science School, Maitama.
Global Money Week is an international awareness campaign aimed at equipping young people with financial knowledge and money management skills necessary for navigating an increasingly digital economy.
Speaking at the event, the Director of Consumer Protection and Financial Inclusion at the CBN, Aisha Isa-Olatinwo, described financial literacy as critical to national development.
“In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, financial literacy is no longer optional but essential for individuals, families, and the broader economy,” she said.
Also speaking, the Head of Consumer Education and Evaluation Division at the CBN, Nelson Amuwa, said the initiative was designed to help young people build confidence in managing finances.
“Encouraging open conversations about money is key to building a secure financial future for our youth,” Amuwa stated.
The Chief Compliance Officer at OPay, Chukwudinma Okafor, said the partnership reflects the company’s commitment to consumer protection and financial education.
“Our partnership with the CBN on Global Money Week reaffirms our strong alignment with regulatory priorities around consumer protection and financial literacy,” he said.
A Senior Marketing Manager at OPay, Paul Iwunwa, noted that early financial education is essential to strengthening economic resilience.
“By engaging students at this critical stage, we are helping to shape better money habits and contributing to a more economically resilient future for Nigeria,” Iwunwa said.
The exhibition featured interactive sessions on savings, money management, and digital financial services, with students engaging directly with OPay representatives and financial education materials.
Founded in 2018, OPay is a Nigerian fintech company licensed by the CBN and insured by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation.
