Nigerian-owned mobile network operator, Vitel Wireless has signed a partnership agreement with fintech firms, OPay Limited and Moniepoint Limited, to expand access to airtime and data services, particularly in underserved and rural communities.
The collaboration enables millions of customers on both fintech platforms to seamlessly purchase Vitel Wireless airtime and data directly from their bank accounts and digital wallets, a move designed to simplify access and improve connectivity nationwide.
Speaking on the collaboration, Chief Operating Officer, Vitel Wireless, Chudi Nwabueze, said the initiative highlighted the growing convergence between financial services and telecommunications in Nigeria.
He noted that by leveraging the expansive reach and infrastructure of fintech platforms, the company is removing long-standing barriers to mobile access.
Nwabueze added that the move builds on Vitel’s existing partnerships with traditional financial institutions such as Fidelity Bank and Zenith Bank, extending its footprint into the rapidly growing fintech ecosystem.
“This integration allows users to conveniently top up airtime and purchase data bundles through familiar banking and wallet platforms, improving accessibility and overall user experience,” he said.
Also speaking, Product Marketing Manager, Vitel Wireless, Odera Ben-Chiobi, said the partnership aligns with the company’s mission to democratize access to mobile connectivity across Nigeria.
According to her, the collaboration will bring telecom services closer to millions of Nigerians, especially in areas where access has historically been limited.
She added that combining telecom services with digital financial platforms will also support broader financial inclusion efforts.
Vitel Wireless currently operates nationwide through a network-sharing agreement with MTN Nigeria, leveraging MTN’s infrastructure to deliver its services across the country.
The company noted that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to inclusive growth, with the potential to accelerate both financial inclusion and digital connectivity across Nigeria.
