FirstBank, GTBank and UBA roll out Google Pay for customers

Author: Babajide KomolafePublished on: October 28, 2026Country: Nigeria

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FirstBank, GTBank and UBA roll out Google Pay for customers

FirstBank, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) and United Bank for Africa (UBA) have launched Google Pay for eligible customers in Nigeria. Cardholders can add their cards to Google Wallet to make contactless payments with compatible devices and shop online in Nigeria and internationally. GTCO has also integrated the service with GTBank and its Squad payment gateway, enabling customers to pay online and businesses to accept Google Pay at checkout. Bank executives cited convenience, security and efforts to reduce abandoned online purchases as benefits.

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