Google has partnered with Verve to enable payment of goods and services on the Google Playstore in Nigerian Naira. This is awesome news to many Nigerians who have been forced to look for foreign currency to make purchases on the Playstore.
In this new arrangement, Google will process Verve transactions within Nigeria, treating them as local transactions in Nigerian Naira (NG) through the country’s banking institutions. This streamlined method allows any Nigerian with an Android device and a Verve card to make purchases on the Google Play Store effortlessly.
According to Anthea Crawford, Head of Retail and Payment Partnerships, Google Play, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Verve, expanding Google Play access for more Nigerians. 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.”
Speaking about this partnership, Vincent Ogbunude, Managing Director Verve International, stated 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.”
How to use your Verve card on Google Play:
- Open the Playstore,
- choose the app you want to buy,
- click “Buy,” and enter your Verve card details when asked.
You can also go to pay.google.com,
- log in with your Gmail account,
- click on ‘Payment Methods,’
- ‘Add Payment Method,’
- enter your Verve card details and save.
Then, return to the Playstore to make your purchase. Your card will be charged automatically.
The new partnership not only streamlines payment for Google Play Store apps and services but also plays a vital role in fostering a more inclusive digital environment for Nigerians.
