PayPal returns to Nigeria after two decades. This time through Paga
- PayPal partners with Nigerian fintech Paga to allow Nigerians to receive international payments.
- Nigerians can now settle payments in Naira and access PayPal's global payments network.
- Paga's infrastructure supports inbound payments at scale after years of exclusion.
Techpoint Africa - Jan 28, 2026
Nigerians are still mad at PayPal but their startups need dollars
PayPal has re-entered the Nigerian market through a partnership with fintech Paga, allowing users to
The partnership between PayPal and Paga represents a pivotal moment for Nigeria's digital economy, potentially transforming how Nigerians engage with global commerce. However, it also highlights the long-standing issues of exclusion faced by the country, raising questions about the future of financial inclusivity in the region.
