OPay took center stage as the headline sponsor of the inaugural BusinessDay Fintech Summit 2026 held on April 22, 2026, at the Oriental Hotel. The event brought together key stakeholders across the financial ecosystem to explore the future of fintech in Africa under the theme focused on intelligence, infrastructure, and inclusion.
Delivering a keynote address, OPay’s COO and CTO Dotun Daniel Adekunle challenged industry players to rethink priorities beyond basic payment services. Speaking on the topic “Payments are solved. The next frontier is different,” he emphasized that while digital payments have improved access across the continent, the real opportunity lies in building intelligent financial systems that enhance users’ financial well being.
He noted that fintech companies must shift focus from transaction volume to measurable impact, including financial health, user empowerment, and sustainable value creation. According to him, the future of finance in Africa will be driven by data, advanced technology, and robust infrastructure capable of supporting smarter decision making.
Further reinforcing OPay’s innovation drive, Ibukun Humphrey Oluwagbenga, Head of IT Business Support and Operations, participated in a panel discussion on how artificial intelligence, data, and automation are transforming financial services. He highlighted OPay’s efforts in leveraging these tools to enhance fraud prevention, improve service delivery, and create more personalized user experiences.
OPay’s strong presence at the summit underscores its commitment to advancing financial inclusion and strengthening digital infrastructure across Africa. Since its elishment in 2018, the company has continued to expand its offerings, including money transfers, bill payments, and merchant services, while maintaining high standards of security and reliability.
Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria and insured by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, OPay remains a major force in shaping the continent’s digital financial landscape.
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