Fintech giant recognised for advancing Nigeria's digital economy and financial inclusion PalmPay, one of Nigeria's leading digital finance platforms, has been honoured with the Digital GovernanceDigital Governance Company of the Year (Fintech Innovation) award at the 2025 Nigeria GovTech Awards, organised by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR).

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The ceremony, held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, celebrated public and private sector organisations championing digital transformation, innovation, and good governance through technology.

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Receiving the award on behalf of the company, Chika Reginald Nwosu, Managing Director of PalmPay Limited, expressed appreciation for the recognition and reaffirmed the company's commitment to supporting Nigeria's digital development.

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"This award reflects our dedication to creating inclusive, secure, and innovative financial solutions for Nigerians," said Nwosu. "We remain committed to supporting the government's digital transformation agenda and empowering individuals and businesses through accessible fintech innovation."

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The Nigeria GovTech Awards, held annually by the BPSR, celebrate excellence in digital innovation and governance, spotlighting organisations that leverage technology to improve service delivery, transparency, and efficiency across sectors.

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PalmPay's recognition underscores its growing influence as a trusted neobank driving financial inclusion, digital access, and economic empowerment across Nigeria and other emerging markets.

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Through its secure and user-friendly mobile app and agent network, PalmPay provides a wide range of services -- including mobile payments, savings, and micro-insurance -- enabling millions of Nigerians to seamlessly manage their finances and participate in the digital economy.

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The award further cements PalmPay's position as a trailblazer in digital governance and fintech innovation, reinforcing its role in shaping the future of Nigeria's technology-driven financial ecosystem.