OPay

OPay is one of Nigeria's largest digital payment apps. It launched in Nigeria in 2018 and said in June 2026 that it had passed 45 million users and more than a million merchants, with $358 billion in transactions in 2025. Customers use it for transfers, airtime, bill payments, debit cards and savings. In January 2026 the Central Bank of Nigeria said it had upgraded OPay and other large fintechs to national licences.

How Do OPay Deposits Work at Betting Sites?

1. Choose OPay in your bookmaker's deposit menu and enter the amount in naira.
2. Follow the prompts to approve the payment with OPay.
3. The money reaches your betting balance once the payment clears.

betPawa Nigeria lists OPay alongside PalmPay, MTN MoMo, Airtel SmartCash and bank transfer.

Can You Withdraw Winnings to OPay?

Many Nigerian bookmakers pay winnings to a bank account in your name, and an OPay account number works like one. Check the withdrawal options in your betting account, because methods and limits vary by bookmaker.

What Should You Know Before Using OPay for Betting?

• Bet with licensed operators: betting in Nigeria is licensed by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission and state regulators such as the Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority.
• Use an account in your own name: bookmakers usually pay out only to accounts that match your betting profile.
• Keep your PIN private: never share it with anyone who contacts you about a bet, a bonus or a refund.

Sources

• Nairametrics: OPay hits 45 million users (1 June 2026)
• Nairametrics: CBN upgrades OPay, Moniepoint and other fintechs to national status (26 January 2026)
• betPawa Nigeria: payment options on the official site