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Verve, a leading digital payment brand, has broadened its contactless payment acceptance across Nigeria as part of its strategic push to enhance financial inclusion and streamline everyday transactions through advanced payment technologies.
In a recent statement, the company highlighted that its tap-and-go contactless card technology is now widely supported across major merchant locations, reducing wait times at checkout points and enabling faster, more efficient payments. This innovation is designed to enhance customer experience and eliminate friction in retail transactions.
The Verve Contactless Card is now accepted on payment terminals powered by leading service providers, including Opay, PalmPay, Global Accelerex, Interswitch, and Paystack. This integration expands the card’s usability across diverse retail environments such as supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, and fueling stations—driving broader access to secure digital payment options.
“This extensive acceptance network underscores our mission to deliver seamless payment solutions that align with the evolving needs of Nigerian consumers,” the company noted. “By empowering merchants with contactless capabilities, we are making cashless transactions more accessible and inclusive.”
Speaking on the development, Vincent Ogbunude, Managing Director of Verve International, emphasized the role of innovation in advancing the financial ecosystem. “At Verve, we are committed to driving digital transformation through secure and efficient payment solutions. The increased adoption of our contactless cards is a testament to our vision for deeper financial inclusion and customer-centric services,” he said.
Verve Contactless Cards offer multiple benefits, including significantly reduced transaction times and enhanced user convenience. Customers simply tap their card on a compatible terminal, input their PIN, and complete the transaction in seconds—streamlining the entire checkout experience.
Security remains a cornerstone of Verve’s contactless offering. Each transaction is PIN-authenticated, providing an added layer of protection against unauthorized use. This focus on data privacy and fraud prevention ensures that customers can transact with confidence.
With compatibility across multiple payment platforms—such as Opay, PalmPay, Global Accelerex, Interswitch, and Paystack—the Verve Contactless Card is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for frictionless payments. The move supports Nigeria’s regulatory objectives around financial inclusion and the adoption of secure, interoperable payment technologies.
Verve’s expansion of contactless capabilities is part of a broader industry trend toward compliance automation and digital-first financial services. It aligns with Nigeria’s cashless policy, offering a scalable solution for reducing cash dependency while boosting the digital economy.
As the demand for convenient, secure, and inclusive payment methods continues to grow, Verve’s innovation in contactless technology reinforces its leadership in shaping the future of financial services in Africa.
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