OPay awards N12m scholarships to 40 Ahmadu Bello University students, empowering Nigeria’s future leaders

OPay’s N12m scholarship awards to 40 Ahmadu Bello University students mark a powerful investment in Nigeria’s future, empowering deserving students.

In a powerful move to uplift education and invest in Nigeria’s future leaders, OPay, one of Nigeria’s foremost financial service providers, has awarded N12 million in scholarships to 40 outstanding students at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.

Each student will receive N300,000, providing crucial financial support and boosting their confidence in pursuing academic success.

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The scholarship presentation, which took place at the office of ABU’s Vice Chancellor, was a landmark event attended by students and faculty members, symbolising OPay’s commitment to Nigeria’s educational advancement.

Mr Dauda Gotring, Managing Director of OPay and an ABU alumnus, led the event, expressing his pride in contributing to his alma mater.

“For us at OPay, giving back to society, especially through education, is at the heart of what we do,” Gotring said.

“ABU holds a special place in my life, and I am thrilled to give back to students here who show such promise and determination.”

The Vice-Chancellor of ABU, Professor Kabiru Bala, commended OPay’s initiative and highlighted the substantial relief it brings to students.

“This support from OPay lifts a heavy burden off our students, helping them focus on their dreams and academic goals. We are incredibly grateful to OPay for their generosity and partnership,” he stated.

Beyond supporting ABU, OPay has pledged to expand its impact across Nigeria with a goal of assisting 400 students annually.

This ambitious scheme will reach universities nationwide, including the University of Ibadan and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, injecting N120 million each year into Nigeria’s education sector over the next decade.

This funding will create opportunities for students who might otherwise face financial barriers to higher education, cultivating future leaders and innovators.

Additionally, OPay is broadening its social initiatives to empower women through entrepreneurship programmes, startup support, and skills training in Zaria, aiming to foster economic independence and boost local economies.

Founded in 2018, OPay is a leading Nigerian financial institution dedicated to making financial services accessible through technology.

With a comprehensive array of services such as money transfers, bill payments, airtime purchases, and merchant payments, OPay has rapidly built a reputation for its swift, reliable services.

Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria and insured by the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, OPay continues to reshape financial accessibility while leaving a lasting social impact across Nigeria.