In an evening brimming with celebration, inspiration, and forward-looking innovation, NairaPoint, a cutting-edge Nigerian fintech platform, officially launched at the prestigious Ikoyi Golf Club.
The event doubled as a tribute to Mrs. Funke Otti, commemorating her extraordinary 40-year journey in business, a legacy defined by resilience, visionary leadership, and trailblazing success.
The gathering drew a distinguished mix of finance experts, bankers, regulators, business leaders, and guests from across Nigeria’s social and professional spectrum. In a keynote address, Dr. Mohammed K. Santuraki, Vice Chairman of NairaPoint, lauded Mrs. Otti as “a successful woman who dared to succeed in the field of business where many men have faltered,” highlighting her courage, foresight, and enduring influence on the country’s business landscape.
Conceived to address pressing financial challenges, NairaPoint offers secure, mobile-first solutions, including digital wallets, seamless payment options, and micro-financial services tailored for individuals and small businesses often excluded from traditional banking. The platform empowers users to save, transfer, and grow their wealth anytime, anywhere, positioning itself as a key driver of financial inclusion in Nigeria.
During the launch, the NairaPoint team expressed profound gratitude to early supporters while emphasizing a commitment to trust, innovation, and customer-centric growth. Mrs. Otti, reflecting on her four-decade career, remarked, “This gathering marks the beginning of a journey built on strong partnerships, creativity, and the unwavering support of our customers and well-wishers. As we grow, we remain committed to listening, improving, and building a platform Nigerians can truly rely on.”
The evening also featured active engagement from the Board of Directors, including Retired Hon. Justice Oluwatoyin Abosede Taiwo and Funola Oyewo, who interacted with guests and captured memorable moments. NairaPoint highlighted its strategic alliances, regulatory compliance, and integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain as central pillars of its expansion strategy.
Adding a vibrant, communal dimension to the celebration, NairaPoint sponsored a golf kitty, awarding prizes to outstanding golfers in both men’s and women’s categories. The initiative underscored the company’s dedication to community engagement, blending innovation, business, and leisure into a single memorable evening.
The evening reached its finale with a grand celebratory dinner, the event honored both the official launch of NairaPoint and Mrs. Funke Otti’s four-decade business journey. Together, they signal a bold vision for the future, a fintech poised to redefine Africa’s digital financial landscape, anchored in determination, integrity, and visionary leadership that inspires generations.