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Paga
Leading application to send and receive payments in Nigeria, with more than 8.4 million users.
Notable Achievements
- Paga has processed over $35 billion in transaction value since inception, with nearly half of that in the past two and half years.
- Paga achieved EBITDA profitability at a group level in 2023
- The Financial Times selected Paga as one of the top 50 fastest-growing companies in Africa in 2023
Currently Operating in One Region
Press Mentions
February 4, 2026
PayPal's return tests CBN's regulatory integrity amid controversies | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19
Paga has emerged as a crucial partner in facilitating PayPal's return to Nigeria, enhancing digital payment accessibility. Despite some public resistance, this collaboration signals optimism for...
Read on The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19 »
January 30, 2026
PayPal Is Back Through Paga — So Why Are Nigerians Saying “No”? | 36NG
Paga has played a pivotal role in reinstating PayPal's services in Nigeria after a long absence. This collaboration enables Nigerians to facilitate global payments and local transactions...
Read on 36ng »
January 30, 2026
Fintech Unwrapped: Standard Chartered lands F1 sponsorship - PaymentExpert.com
Paga has played a pivotal role in facilitating PayPal's re-entry into Nigeria after a 13-year absence, enhancing global payment accessibility for Nigerians. This positive development underscores...
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January 29, 2026
Why Nigerians are Saying ‘No Thanks’ to PayPal’s Return via Paga
Paga has successfully facilitated a historic partnership with PayPal, enabling Nigerians to access PayPal services after a 13-year hiatus. This collaboration allows for seamless global payments and...
Read on BellaNaija »
January 27, 2026
PayPal Goes Live for Incoming Payments in Nigeria Through Paga Partnership
Paga has successfully partnered with PayPal, enabling direct access for Nigerians to global payments after a 13-year gap. This collaboration showcases Paga's capability in enhancing digital...
Read on Investors King Ltd »
January 15, 2026
Africa is unified in its data centre ambition – but transmission and fragmentation could derail its US$1.5 trillion digital economy potential - Tech In Africa
Paga, a leading Nigerian fintech company, exemplifies resilience in Africa's evolving digital landscape. Overcoming initial challenges, it has successfully pivoted to enhance its payment solutions,...
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