2.9.2026
OPay has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police to investigate the source of recent false alarm the fintech company was closing shop.
OPay’s Chief Legal Counsel, Akinfolabi Rokosu said at a media briefing in Lagos, that the company wanted the security agencies unravel the spreaders of the misinformation because such rumours was capable of disrupting the Nigerian financial system and causing financial losses.
He stated that the company is not shutting down and remains actively in operation in Nigeria, adding all those involved in spreading the fake news would be brought to book.
“While the DSS and the Nigeria police, among the relevant law enforcement agencies, are currently and intensively investigating this matter, we are fully cooperating with the ongoing investigations being conducted and have provided the necessary evidence to identify those responsible for it.
“Opay is taking action against those responsible for creating and circulating this harmful information. We will pursue them and will ensure that the law is fully enforced.
“Anyone who deliberately engages in similar conduct should expect decisive legal action and the full consequences provided by the law. This is not about silencing anyone. Opay is not going to be silenced,” he said.