To make digital transactions on Google Play Store easier and more accessible for Nigerians, Google says Nigerians can now make payments on the store using the local currency, the naira.
This followed its partnership with Verve, the largest domestic card scheme in Africa, on Wednesday, aimed at strengthening the digital ecosystem in Nigeria.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Verve, expanding Google Play access for more Nigerians,” Anthea Crawford, the head of retail and payment partnerships at Google Play, said.
“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.”
With the partnership, Nigerians buying apps from the Google Play Store can now pay using their Verve cards.
These transactions will be in Nigeria’s currency, the naira and treated as local transactions by the country’s banking institutions.
The managing director of Verve International, Vincent Ogbunude said that 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,” he stated.
“As a foremost payment card scheme in Nigeria, Verve’s expanding acceptance promotes inclusion by extending the reach of digital services to a larger segment of the Nigerian population.
“Maximising this exciting possibility, users can now add their Verve Cards to their Google Play Account and pay in naira, without stress.”
He added that the new partnership simplifies the payment process for Google Play Store apps and services and contributes significantly to a more inclusive digital environment for Nigerians.
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