Google and Verve Team Up to Empower Nigerians with Local Transactions on Google Play Store

Google and Verve have joined forces to enhance digital transactions for Nigerians using the Google Play Store, Investors King reports.

Starting today, Nigerians have the convenience of using their Verve cards to make purchases on the Google Play Store.

This partnership enables Google to handle Verve transactions within Nigeria, allowing these transactions to be conducted in naira.

Moreover, the country’s banking institutions will treat these transactions as local, streamlining the process for users.

Commenting on the development, the Head of Retail and Payment Partnerships, Google Play, Anthea Crawford, said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Verve, expanding Google Play access for more Nigerians. The introduction of local payments with Verve cards is a significant milestone, enabling more Nigerians to participate in the app economy and access the apps they need.”

The Managing Director, Verve International, Vincent Ogbunude, added, “The integration with Google Play is a significant stride towards achieving Verve’s vision of promoting financial inclusion. We are excited to bring digital content and services closer to Verve cardholders, hence bridging the digital divide.”