The award marks the first time the Digital Bank of the Year category has been introduced by The Sun Publishing Limited.

OPay has been named Fintech/Digital Bank of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Sun Awards, organised by The Sun Publishing Limited, marking a historic milestone for the company and Nigeria’s fintech ecosystem.

The recognition is particularly significant as it represents the first-ever introduction of the Digital Bank of the Year category since the awards began, making OPay the inaugural recipient.

In a statement following the announcement, OPay described the award as a recognition of its commitment to building a reliable, inclusive, and easy-to-use digital financial platform that supports millions of Nigerians in their daily financial transactions.

The award also acknowledges OPay’s integrated digital ecosystem, which combines mobile banking, digital wallets, fast payments, merchant services, and lifestyle solutions into a single platform.

OPay noted that it continues to bridge the gap between traditional banking and the digital economy by making financial services more accessible, convenient, and affordable for individuals and businesses across Nigeria.

Speaking on the recognition, Adekunle Adedotun, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer of OPay, described the award as a welcome development, expressing the company’s delight at being honoured.

Also reacting, Elizabeth Wang, Chief Commercial Officer of OPay, said the award serves as a strong validation of the company’s long-term commitment to Nigeria and its vision of driving financial inclusion through technology.