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A financial technology company, OPay Digital Services, has called on corporate organisations, public institutions, and well-meaning individuals to increase investment in the educational needs of schoolchildren across Nigeria.
This appeal was made during the recent unveiling of the Back-to-School outreach held at Government College Ibadan, Oyo State.
A statement by the firm on Saturday said that the initiative, organised in partnership with Brace-Up The Young Foundation, provided school supplies to over 650 students from various secondary schools across Ibadan.
Speaking at the event, OPay’s Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, Itoro Udo, stressed that meaningful societal progress depends on how well a nation invests in its youths.
“We are using this opportunity to call for more support for schoolchildren, especially those in underserved communities. At OPay, we believe real change starts with the child.
“When we provide students with basic educational materials, we’re not just helping them for today — we are building their confidence and capacity for the future,” she said.
The outreach, which forms the first phase of a two-part campaign, saw 650 children receive school bags, books, stationery, and learning aids in preparation for the upcoming academic session.
The second phase is scheduled for September 2025.
Also speaking at the event, the founder of Brace-Up The Young Foundation, Obasanjo Fajemirokun, echoed the need for collective action in closing the learning gap.
He said, “Education is a powerful equaliser, but many children still lack the basic tools to succeed in school. We are calling on more fintechs, companies, and individuals to get involved.
“This partnership with OPay has made a big impact, and we are grateful. We must all play our part in building a better future for Nigerian children.”
The Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Mr Olusegun Olayiwola, represented by Mr S.O. Oladokun, lauded the initiative and called for its replication across other local government areas.
“This programme aligns with our mission to provide inclusive access to education. We appreciate the foundation and OPay for complementing government efforts,” Oladokun said.
