UBA Introduces Afrigo Card Offering Nigerians a Secure Local Payment Option

United Bank for Africa has launched the Afrigo Card a domestic payment solution designed to enhance financial inclusion and strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy.

The card introduced in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System provides an alternative to international card schemes offering seamless naira-denominated transactions tailored for the local market.

The Afrigo Card is built to offer security affordability and accessibility for everyday transactions supporting the apex bank’s efforts to promote cashless payments. Equipped with chip-and-PIN security it allows users to perform transactions at ATMs and POS terminals across the country with 24/7 access to funds.

Driving Financial Inclusion with Local Innovation

UBA has positioned the Afrigo Card as a solution for diverse demographics including market traders students low-income earners and small business owners.

The bank emphasizes that the card provides a flexible and cost-effective way to manage finances while ensuring financial security.

“With Afrigo we are offering a card that speaks directly to the needs of Nigerians from market women and students to small business owners and low-income earners. The card’s affordability coupled with its advanced security and potential for biometric authentication and offline transactions positions it as a vital tool in promoting cashless transactions across Nigeria” said UBA’s Group Head of Retail and Digital Banking Shamsideen Fashola.

Enhancing Payment Security and Accessibility

UBA’s Head of Cards Joachim Iloemezue highlighted the bank’s commitment to delivering innovative financial products that improve accessibility and security for customers.

“The Afrigo Card is a game-changer for Nigerians. It not only provides a reliable and affordable alternative for everyday transactions but also ensures our customers enjoy enhanced security convenience and nationwide accessibility. UBA remains committed to driving financial inclusion and Afrigo perfectly aligns with that goal” Iloemezue said.

The Afrigo Debit Card is available at all UBA branches for N1,000 plus N75 VAT.

Strengthening Nigeria’s Banking Sector

UBA continues to expand its influence in the financial sector serving over 45 million customers across twenty African countries as well as the United Kingdom the United States France and the United Arab Emirates. With 25,000 employees the bank remains a leader in financial inclusion and digital banking innovation.

With the introduction of the Afrigo Card UBA reinforces its position as a driving force behind Nigeria’s cashless policy providing a secure and efficient local payment solution for millions of Nigerians.