OPay, one of Africa’s leading fintech platforms, is proud to announce the OPay Innovation Challenge 2026, a call to Nigeria’s brightest innovators, developers, product managers, and tech entrepreneurs.
You will learn more about the OPay Innovation Challenge 2026 in the sections below.
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Quick Summary of OPay Innovation Challenge 2026 – ₦10,000,000 Project Grant
| Company | OPay |
| Category | Grants |
| Eligible Country | Nigeria |
| Title | OPay Innovation Challenge 2026 |
| Location | Nationwide |
| Benefits | ₦10,000,000 Project Grant |
| Application End Date: | June 14, 2026 |
Objectives
- Build digital and problem-solving skills in Nigeria’s next generation of innovators.
- Drive technology solutions for real social impact — from healthcare to agriculture to finance.
- Connect top talent with mentorship, funding, and career opportunities in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
Innovation Theme
Choose Your Domain
Participants can innovate across any of these high-impact sectors reshaping Africa’s future.
- Fintech & Digital Payments
- Healthtech
- Cybersecurity & Data Protection
- Edtech
- AI & Automation for Social Good
- Climate & Sustainability Solutions
- Agritech
- Digital Tools for SMEs & Informal Sector
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in AI-assisted design (canva-gemini workflow)
- Must be an undergraduate student offering any course of study in a Nigerian Tertiary Institution.
- Must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) score of 2.8/4 for Colleges/Polytechnics, or 3.5/5 (second-class upper credit) for Universities.
- Preference will be given to students who can demonstrate significant financial hardship.
Prizes and Benefits
Grand Finale Prizes
1 st Place
OPay National Innovator of the Year
- ₦10,000,000 project grant + ₦300,000 Scholarship Award
- Certificate + national media feature
- Mentorship with industry experts
- Advisory support for prototype development
Job opportunity
2 nd Place
- ₦5,000,000 project grant + ₦300,000 Scholarship Award
- Certificate + national media feature
- Advisory support for prototype development
- OPay Innovation Fellowship
3 rd Place
- ₦3,000,000 project grant + ₦300,000 Scholarship Award
- Certificate of participation + national media feature
- OPay Innovation Fellowship