Verve, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, has partnered with Providus Bank, one of Nigeria’s most innovative financial institutions, to introduce the ProvidusVerve Travel Card — a naira-powered solution created to offer inbound travelers a seamless, secure, and convenient payment experience during their stay in Nigeria.
Designed to cater to the influx of tourists, expatriates, business travellers, conference participants, and returning diaspora expected during the festive “Detty December” season, the ProvidusVerve Travel Card facilitates smooth payments for transportation, accommodation, dining, shopping, entertainment, and daily essentials across Nigeria. It is also compatible with select global merchant platforms that accept Verve — including Netflix, Google Play, and other digital services — allowing travelers to maintain uninterrupted access to the services they rely on.
The ProvidusVerve Travel Card eliminates the hassle of sourcing naira or converting foreign currency on arrival. It enables instant, secure transactions, reduces reliance on cash, and supports compliance with the Central Bank of Nigeria’s cashless policy. It also mitigates the risks associated with carrying physical cash such as loss, theft, or fraud, offering a safe, regulation-aligned option for both online and in-person payments.
Paul Ohakim, Vice President, Issuing and Acquiring Management, Africa, Verve International, expressed confidence in the product’s impact: “The ProvidusVerve Travel Card is a timely solution for inbound travellers seeking reliability, security, and simplicity while navigating Nigeria. Together with Providus Bank, we have created a product that eliminates the friction traditionally associated with accessing local payments. Whether for tourism, business, or festive activities, this card ensures a smooth financial experience from the moment visitors land.”
Ademola Adeniran, Divisional Head, Product Management and Solution Delivery, Interswitch, added: “This partnership reflects Verve’s commitment to designing products that respond to real user needs. The ProvidusVerve Travel Card supports everyday experiences — from booking rides and hotels to shopping, streaming, and dining. It provides inbound travelers with a secure, compliant, digital-first way to experience Nigeria without financial barriers.”
As Nigeria heads into its busiest holiday travel season, the ProvidusVerve Travel Card represents a major boost to the visitor experience and the nation’s growing tourism and creative economy. Backed by Verve’s secure and widely accepted payment technology, the card guarantees inbound travelers a smooth, reliable digital payment experience from arrival to departure.
