OPay, a Nigerian fintech platform, has publicly denied rumors that it will shut down its services starting September 1. The company dismissed the viral notice as false and urged customers to disregard it, according to The Guardian Nigeria News.
The denial comes after a message circulated online advising users to withdraw their funds before an alleged closure. OPay’s official response, reported by multiple outlets including Premium Times Nigeria and Business Post Nigeria, clarified that the company remains operational and that the shutdown claim has no basis.
The rumor appears to have spread quickly across social media, prompting OPay to issue a formal statement to reassure its customer base. TheCable labeled the notice as disinformation, while Legit News noted that OPay released an official statement following the viral advisory. The company emphasized that customers should continue using its services without concern.
This is not the first time a Nigerian fintech has faced such rumors, as digital payment platforms often become targets of unverified claims that can unsettle users. OPay’s swift response aims to prevent panic withdrawals and maintain trust in its operations.
The company has not indicated any plans to change its services, and no regulatory body has announced action against it. Customers are advised to rely on official OPay channels for accurate information.
What to watch next: whether OPay takes legal or regulatory action against the originators of the false shutdown notice, and if similar rumors target other fintechs in the region.
