OPay has partnered with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to strengthen financial literacy among young Nigerians through the Global Money Week 2026 Financial Literacy Fair and Exhibition held at the CBN headquarters in Abuja.
The event, which took place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, was organised under the theme “Smart Money Talks” and brought together secondary school students from across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to learn about responsible money management, savings, and financial decision-making in a rapidly growing digital economy.
Participating schools included Doveland International School, Living Fountain International School, Government Day Secondary School, Wuse, and Government Science School, Maitama, among others.
Global Money Week is a global awareness campaign aimed at helping young people develop the financial knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions and prepare for the future. The initiative focuses on promoting financial responsibility early, especially as digital financial services continue to expand across the world.
Speaking during the event, Dr. Aisha Isa-Olatinwo, Director of Consumer Protection and Financial Inclusion at the CBN, described financial literacy as an important part of national development.
According to her, understanding how money works has become essential in today’s fast-changing financial environment.
“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 at the event, Nelson Amuwa, Head of Consumer Education and Evaluation Division at the CBN, said the initiative forms part of wider efforts to equip young Nigerians with the confidence and knowledge required to make sound financial decisions.
He stressed the importance of encouraging conversations around money management among young people to help them build secure financial futures.
Commenting on the partnership, Chukwudinma Okafor, Chief Compliance Officer at OPay, said the company’s participation reflects its alignment with the CBN’s goals around consumer protection, financial literacy, and responsible use of financial services.
“Our partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria on Global Money Week reaffirms our strong alignment with regulatory priorities around consumer protection, financial literacy, and responsible financial services usage,” Okafor said.
“At OPay, compliance goes beyond regulation; it is about building trust and ensuring that individuals, especially young people, are equipped with the right knowledge to engage safely and confidently in the financial system.”
He added that initiatives like the Financial Literacy Fair are important to advancing financial inclusion and supporting the long-term growth of Nigeria’s digital economy.
Paul Iwunwa, Senior Marketing Manager at OPay, also noted that the fintech company sees financial literacy as the foundation of true financial inclusion.
According to him, educating students early will help shape better financial habits and contribute to building a more economically resilient Nigeria.
The event also featured interactive sessions where students gained practical knowledge on savings and money management. Participants engaged directly with OPay’s booth, where they were introduced to digital financial products designed to support their financial journey.
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