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OPay debunks viral claim of September shutdown, urges customers to disregard post
NG🏛️ PoliticsCenter2 hr. ago

OPay debunks viral claim of September shutdown, urges customers to disregard post

OPay, Nigeria's leading mobile money operator, has denied claims circulating online that it would shut down operations starting September 1. The company clarified in a statement that it is not taking a break and warned customers against believing the viral post, which urged immediate fund withdrawal. The false message was identified as containing red flags indicating it was not an official communication. OPay emphasized that customers should only trust information from its verified channels and advised verifying social media content before sharing. This incident highlights broader issues of brand impersonation and misinformation on social media, with other companies like MTN and Wema Bank also addressing similar problems. OPay has been expanding its services both within Nigeria and internationally since its founding in 2018.

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Vanguard Nigeria logoVanguard NigeriaIndependentCenter2 hr. ago
‘It’s false’ – OPay dismisses viral shutdown reports

Digital financial services provider OPay has denied rumors circulating on social media that it will suspend operations starting September 1, 2026. The false claims suggested the fintech would indefinitely halt transaction processing and account services, prompting users to withdraw funds. OPay labeled the reports as 'false and malicious,' emphasizing that it has no intention of stopping operations. The company urged customers to verify information before acting, especially concerning financial matters, and directed them to follow only its official social media channels for accurate updates. This clarification follows broader concerns about misinformation spreading online.

Bias read (Center): The article presents OPay's denial of false shutdown rumors without overtly favoring any political stance. While the issue involves corporate communication and public trust, there is no clear ideological framing or emphasis on specific political groups. The tone remains neutral, focusing on factual辟

Premium Times Nigeria logoPremium Times NigeriaIndependentCenter3 hr. ago
OPay debunks viral claim of September shutdown, urges customers to disregard post

OPay, Nigeria's leading mobile money operator, has denied claims circulating online that it would shut down operations starting September 1. The company clarified in a statement that it is not taking a break and warned customers against believing the viral post, which urged immediate fund withdrawal. The false message was identified as containing red flags indicating it was not an official communication. OPay emphasized that customers should only trust information from its verified channels and advised verifying social media content before sharing. This incident highlights broader issues of brand impersonation and misinformation on social media, with other companies like MTN and Wema Bank also addressing similar problems. OPay has been expanding its services both within Nigeria and internationally since its founding in 2018.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual correction from OPay regarding a false rumor, without overtly promoting any political agenda. It focuses on corporate communication and consumer protection rather than partisan viewpoints. While the issue involves public concern over misinformation, the framing remains

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