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UBA Launches Self-Printing Debit Card Machine @ Trade Fair
United Bank for Africa (UBA), Pan African financial institution, have announced that it is committed to continued investment in cutting edge technology for efficient and improved service delivery to its customers and by extension the business community.
Victor Osadolor, chief executive officer, UBA Africa, made the disclosure during a well-attended flag off ceremony of the 2019 Lagos International Trade Fair (LITF), in which UBA is the headline sponsor.
The event, which held at the Tafawa Balewa Square, had in attendance distinguished guests, including the Deputy Governor, of Lagos State, Mr. Obafemi Hamzat; President, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Babatunde Paul Ruwase; Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Hajia Mariam Katagum; Commissioner for Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives, Lagos State, Lola Akande amongst others, Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Commerce, Industry, and cooperatives, Ajayi Oladele, among others.
Osadolor used the occasion to launch another first of its kind in Nigeria’s financial sector, from UBA, called self-printing debit card machine, targeted at encouraging increased use of debit cards which also offers more options to pay.
The new self-printing debit card machine will allow for seamless business transactions with great value to customers and businesses.
He stated that that there is no gain saying that the world is tilting into a knowledge based economy, adding that businesses that would survive in the 21st century must invest in technology to remain competitive.
He also commended the federal government’s efforts at improving the nation’s investment climate, saying this is the reason the country is currently ranked fifteen place upwards in the global ease of doing business index.
He also added that the bank would continue to support initiatives aimed at boosting trade in the country.
On delivery of its brand promise, he said, “We are creating superior value for all our customers, because we believe they are key to our everyday operations.”
He further said, the bank’s small and medium scale enterprise banking unit has been actively supporting small businesses with industry-specific loans that ensure maximum impact.
According to Osadolor, UBA also keys into government intervention funds to expand access to credit facilities at competitive interest rates, while providing services such as advisory and technological infrastructure that help to reduce the cost of doing business.
“Most of our customers have enjoyed free advisory services that have helped them navigate the very difficult business terrain. We also have businesses, latching on to our technological assets to improve their services as well as foster growth”
Osadolor restated UBA’s commitment to continue investing heavily in technology to remain a pillar to millions of businesses that have not only chosen to bank with UBA, but have also partnered the bank for growth.
“We are consistently supporting our SMES. We have a huge amount of funds allocated to SMEs. UBA is committed to supporting entrepreneurship. We are the major promoter of the Fair. The new self-printing debit card machine will go along way in allowing for seamless business transactions with attendant value to businesses.
He stated that: “At UBA, we are committed to being role models for African businesses by creating superior value for all the stakeholders. Therefore we have over the years recorded increased growth”.
Earlier, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Deputy Governor, Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, said the State’s commitment to promoting and connecting businesses across transnational borders, remains strong and unshaken.
“We shall leave no stone unturned to ensure that Lagos State truly becomes a 21st century economy which actively supports the growth of the local economy through improved ease of doing business initiatives, innovative incentives and interventions as well as quality service delivery to a well-motivated public,” he said.
On his part, the President of LCCI, Mr. Babatunde Ruwase said the theme of this year’s fair underscores the importance of a robust business interaction to generate wealth and create value for the advancement of the Nigerian economy and the welfare of the citizens.
Ruwase said, “Creating a platform to promote trade and bilateral relations is of utmost importance to the LCCI.
“In UBA, we have chosen a suitable partner with extensive reach on the continent with capacity to engineer a seamless financial transaction required for an international trade fair of this magnitude,” he said.
Speaking further on the partnership with UBA, he said: “The LCCI and UBA have partnered to give exciting services to visitors and exhibitors at the fair.
UBA is a foremost Pan African financial institution operating in 20 African countries, including the United Kingdom, the USA and France, thus offering unique services to the delight of visitors and exhibitors during the fair. This tells you that, we are more than committed to ensuring the business environment is beneficial for all investors.
“As a policy advocacy group, our programmes and activities are geared towards facilitating the realisation of the economic and social objectives of the government and making Nigeria an attractive destination for investment.
“Our economic and investment policies must be friendly to make Nigeria a major investment hub in Africa. ”
He said Nigeria needs the right policies as well as a strong commitment to infrastructure development that will help revive investors’ confidence in its economy.
As conversations around money become more complex in a fast-evolving digital world, the need to Building Financially Smart Future and equip young people with the right financial knowledge, has never been more urgent.
Polaris Bank
From spending habits to saving culture, digital transactions, and entrepreneurial thinking, financial literacy is increasingly becoming a life skill, not just a nice-to-have.
It is against this backdrop that Polaris Bank is participating in this year’s Global Money Week (GMW), a global financial awareness campaign which kicked off from Tuesday, April 7 through Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Global Money Week is an annual initiative led by Child and Youth Finance International in collaboration with key stakeholders, including financial service providers and government institutions, to inspire children and young people to learn about money management, livelihoods, and entrepreneurship.
During the 2025 edition Polaris Bank reached and impacted directly 3,372 students, across 35 secondary schools in 36 states across Nigeria.
With the 2026 theme, “Smart Money Talks,” this year’s campaign shines a spotlight on the importance of making informed financial decisions in an increasingly digital environment. It also reinforces the value of critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and sound financial judgement in helping young people navigate today’s financial realities.
For Polaris Bank, participation in Global Money Week goes beyond fulfilling a statutory obligation. It reflects the Bank’s broader commitment to advancing financial literacy, promoting inclusion, and empowering the next generation with practical knowledge that can shape better financial behaviour and long-term economic wellbeing.
In line with the directive of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) through the Financial Literacy Secretariat, Polaris Bank will conduct Financial Literacy Sessions in schools across states where it maintains branch presence. These sessions will provide students and young adults with useful insights into key areas such as; saving, budgeting, responsible use of financial products, digital financial services, and entrepreneurship.
The initiative also presents an important opportunity for the Bank to engage directly with young people at a formative stage in their lives, helping them build confidence in money matters and make more informed choices as they grow into financially active adults.
At a time when financial decisions are increasingly shaped by technology, peer influence, and instant access to digital tools, Polaris Bank believes that early education is critical to helping young people distinguish between impulse and intention, trend and truth, convenience and responsibility.
By taking financial literacy conversations into schools, the Bank is not only supporting a national mandate but also contributing to the development of a generation that is better informed, more financially aware, and more capable of making smart choices for the future.
Polaris Bank remains committed to initiatives that create meaningful impact, strengthen communities, and empower individuals through knowledge-driven engagement.
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is implementing stricter Bank Verification Number (BVN) regulations, including limiting phone number changes to only once in a lifetime.
This will take effect from May 1.
Also, mobile apps will be restricted to one device, a 24-hour temporary watch-list for suspicious transactions will be enforced, and enrollment is restricted to individuals aged 18 and above.
Other key changes are:
One Device Policy: Mobile banking apps will be restricted to one device, with automatic logout when accessing another device.
Fraud Watchlist: BVNs linked to suspicious activity will be placed on a 24-hour, temporary, or permanent blacklist, temporarily freezing accounts.
Age Restriction: Enrollment for BVN is now restricted to individuals aged 18 and above.
Data Correction: Changes to BVN profile details (Name, DOB) are also heavily restricted, allowing only one-time corrections to data.
Paga Group has announced a major leadership restructuring, marking 17 years of operation and signalling a strategic shift toward deeper financial infrastructure development, emerging technologies, and expansion across Africa.
Tayo Oviosu, founder (front) and Ope Oyinloye, Group COO and CEO of Paga Nigeria
With the restructuring, Tayo Oviosu, founder, is now the Group CEO, while Ope Oyinloye has been appointed Group COO and CEO of Paga Nigeria, in an acting capacity, pending regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
Oviosu will also serve as executive chairman of the Group Board and non-executive chairman of Paga Nigeria.
He will be leading Paga Labs, driving geographic expansion, and overseeing fundraising efforts.
The fintech company said the changes represent a transition from its foundational phase into a new growth chapter, known as ‘Act 2’, focused on connecting Africans to global financial systems, scaling innovation, and entering new markets.
To support this transition, the company announced key leadership changes. advertisement
Jay Alabraba, co-founder, has been appointed group director of Special Projects, where he will initially lead the company’s expansion into lending and support new market entry initiatives.
Speaking on the transition, Oviosu said the company’s mission remains unchanged but its approach continues to evolve.
“Act 1 proved that we could build a profitable, high-growth infrastructure business that the world’s leading companies trust. Act 2 is about taking that infrastructure to its full potential—connecting Africans to global financial rails, moving into new markets, and leading the next wave of financial technology,” he said.
Oyinloye added that his focus will be on sustaining operational excellence while scaling the company’s next phase of growth.
With the new structure in place, Paga is positioning itself to play a more significant role in shaping the future of financial services across Africa, particularly as digital payments, blockchain technologies, and AI-driven solutions gain traction across the continent.
Paga has since evolved into a full-stack financial services infrastructure provider. Its offerings now span enterprise solutions through Paga Engine, consumer services via the Paga app, and merchant tools under Doroki.
The company’s first phase delivered significant growth. Between 2021 and 2025, total transaction value processed increased 17-fold to $11 billion across 169 million transactions in 2025 alone, with more than $1.5 billion processed monthly.
Net revenues grew five times within the same period, underscoring the scalability of its model.
Paga also expanded its enterprise footprint, with over 265 clients which include global firms such as PayPal, Meta, Amazon, LemFi, Tencent, Pesa, and Verto building on its infrastructure.
The company was further recognised by the Financial Times and Statista as one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies for three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025.
As part of its new strategic direction, Paga outlined three priorities which are strengthening its financial infrastructure to connect local and global payment systems; advancing emerging technologies such as stablecoins, cryptocurrency, and artificial intelligence through its innovation arm, Paga Labs; and expanding into new African markets.
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