OPay Debunks Viral Message Claiming It Will Shut Down Operations From September 1

OPay has dismissed as false a viral message claiming that the financial technology company would suspend operations indefinitely from September 1, 2026.

The message, which circulated widely on social media, purportedly came from OPay management and advised customers to withdraw their funds ahead of an alleged “long indefinite break.”

It further claimed that OPay would stop processing transactions and providing account-related services until further notice, urging customers to remove their money from their accounts to avoid inconvenience.

However, OPay has described the message as completely false, reassuring customers that its operations will continue.

“This is FALSE!” OPay stated in a response to the viral message.

“OPay is not going on break by September. We’re here, and we’re going nowhere!”

The company also warned customers to be cautious of fake communications and urged them to verify information before acting on messages circulating online.

According to OPay, the viral notice contains several red flags that distinguish it from the company’s genuine communications.

“True OPay users know how to identify our official communications. Take a closer look at the viral post and you’ll spot the red flags,” the company said.

OPay encouraged its customers and members of the public to disregard the viral announcement and rely on the company’s verified communication channels for information concerning its services.

The clarification comes amid growing concern among customers who may have been alarmed by the message, particularly the instruction to withdraw funds before September 1.

OPay’s response confirms that there is no announced plan for the company to suspend its operations or embark on an indefinite break from September 2026.

Customers are therefore advised not to panic or transfer funds based solely on unverified messages shared on social media or messaging platforms.