Remita Sponsors Nigeria Fintech Week, Highlights Next Phase of Digital Payments
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Nigeria's fintech sector is advancing from simply increasing digital payment adoption to building the necessary infrastructure, resilience and capabilities to support a more advanced digital economy, according to Remita, a leading payment technology provider. This shift is the central theme of the ninth edition of Nigeria Fintech Week (NFW) 2026, where Remita is a key sponsor and exhibitor.
The event, themed "Legacy in Motion: Powering the Digital Renaissance," will gather stakeholders from technology, banking, investment and regulation. Remita's Managing Director, DeRemi Atanda, emphasized that Nigeria has a chance to transform its status as a recognized fintech innovation hub into broader economic gains, aligning with the country's Payment System Vision 2028.
He highlighted that as fintech becomes more integrated into the economy, the standards must evolve, moving away from mere adoption to fostering dependence on reliable, secure, inclusive and customer-centric financial services. Atanda stressed that this transition requires building technology with a strong sense of responsibility, combining innovation with the necessary resilience, intelligence and scale.
As part of its strategy, Remita plans to launch a new-generation mobile application at the fintech week, which will leverage its expertise in enterprise and institutional payments while aiming to streamline everyday transactions for individuals and small businesses. Remita's support of NFW 2026 also extends to initiatives focused on talent development, ecosystem collaboration, mentorship and access to opportunities within the Nigerian fintech industry.
Atanda concluded by stating that the true strength of an industry is demonstrated by its ability to sustain itself, questioning whether Nigeria's fintech infrastructure can support the next wave of businesses, if its standards can keep pace with market sophistication, and if local companies can produce quality products that can compete on the global stage.
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