OPay Denies Shutdown Rumour as Viral Message Causes Confusion Among Customers

OPay has moved to reassure Nigerian customers after a message circulated online claiming that the fintech company would stop operations indefinitely from September 1, 2026. The company has dismissed the claim as false and reiterated that its services remain operational. The rumour caused concern among some customers, with reports that some people rushed to withdraw money after seeing the message. The false message claimed that OPay would stop handling transactions and account-related services from September 1. However, OPay has stated that it remains committed to providing digital financial services in Nigeria.

The incident is another reminder of how quickly unverified information can spread through social media, particularly when it involves banks and financial platforms. Customers should always verify financial announcements through a company’s official communication channels before taking action.

Bottom line: OPay has denied the shutdown claim, and customers should be careful about sharing unverified messages online.