Paga CEO Assures Nigerians as PayPal Integration Opens Global Payment Access
He noted that since the integration was announced, the response has been marked by strong interest and emotional reactions, which he described as understandable given what PayPal represents for many Nigerians.
Paga Founder and Group CEO, Tayo Oviosu, has reassured Nigerians that the company’s newly announced partnership with PayPal is designed to improve access, resolve user concerns, and create a more reliable pathway into global digital commerce.
Speaking after the announcement, Oviosu said the partnership is fundamentally about customers and simplifying how Nigerians send, receive, and manage money. He noted that since the integration was announced, the response has been marked by strong interest and emotional reactions, which he described as understandable given what PayPal represents for many Nigerians.
According to Oviosu, the partnership marks a major milestone, as it is the first time the world’s largest payments and commerce ecosystem has been fully opened to Nigerians through a locally regulated platform. With the integration, users can now receive funds on PayPal and withdraw directly into Naira via Paga, eliminating the need for informal workarounds that previously limited participation in global commerce.
He highlighted the impact on freelancers, businesses, and families, saying the integration allows Nigerians to get paid for global work, support loved ones, and engage more fully in international trade using a secure and compliant system built for the local market.
“At the end of the day, this partnership is about our customers. It means simpler access and more seamless ways for people to move and manage their money.”
– Tayo Oviosu, Founder and Group CEO, Paga
Addressing concerns around account issues and verification challenges, Oviosu acknowledged that payment platforms must balance security with accessibility, which can sometimes create unintended difficulties for users. He assured customers that Paga is working closely with PayPal to actively support users with unresolved issues. Fully verified users on Paga are encouraged to reach out through the company’s official support channels for case reviews.
Oviosu described the partnership as part of a broader commitment to building a stronger and more inclusive digital financial ecosystem in Nigeria. He added that PayPal’s renewed focus on understanding and investing in the local market, combined with Paga’s on-the-ground expertise, creates new opportunities for Nigerians to participate confidently in the global digital economy.
Paga has encouraged users to link their PayPal accounts through the Paga app to begin accessing international payment services.
