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FiBOP Award Celebrates Moniepoint’s Contribution To Inclusive Finance
*By Prince Benson Davies*
Moniepoint, one of Nigeria’s leading financial technology companies, has been named the Financial Inclusion and Digital Payment Company of the Year at the 2026 Finance and Business Online Publishers Association, FiBOP, Conference and Awards held in Lagos.
The award was conferred in recognition of the company’s outstanding contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s digital payments ecosystem and its sustained efforts in driving financial inclusion across the country.
According to FiBOP, the recognition was based on Moniepoint’s innovative approach to expanding access to financial services, particularly for individuals and small businesses that have traditionally been underserved by conventional banking institutions.
The association noted that the company has played a significant role in providing technology-driven payment solutions that enable seamless transactions and support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, MSMEs.
FiBOP said Moniepoint’s operations align with national efforts to promote a more inclusive financial system, where individuals and businesses can access affordable, secure and convenient financial services.
It highlighted the company’s contribution to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises, which remain the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, accounting for a substantial share of employment generation and business development.
Over the years, Moniepoint has built a robust suite of financial technology services that include digital payments, agency banking, business banking, credit facilities and business management tools tailored to meet the needs of individuals and enterprises.
Through its extensive payment infrastructure and merchant services, the company currently supports millions of customers and businesses across Nigeria, enabling merchants to receive payments, track transactions, access working capital and improve overall business efficiency.
Its innovative, customer-centric approach has positioned it as a major force in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving fintech landscape, where electronic transactions are becoming increasingly vital to commerce and the delivery of financial services.
The citation accompanying the award described Moniepoint’s recognition as a testament to its commitment to expanding financial access, driving digital payment innovation and strengthening the operational capacity of small businesses nationwide.
The company has consistently leveraged technology to bridge the gap in financial access, providing alternatives that are faster, more reliable and easier to use for millions of Nigerians.
FiBOP also emphasised that the award underscores the growing importance of financial technology companies in promoting an efficient, accessible and inclusive financial system, especially at a time when digital payments are central to economic activity.
The association added that the honour celebrates Moniepoint’s role in building a more inclusive digital financial ecosystem and its efforts in supporting business growth through accessible and affordable financial solutions.
The FiBOP Conference and Awards is an annual platform that recognises individuals and organisations whose contributions are shaping Nigeria’s financial services, business environment and broader economic development.
