The PressPayNg Story: From a Dream to Reality
PressPayNg was founded with a powerful vision: to make higher education accessible and affordable for Nigerian students. The journey began with a simple yet impactful idea to help students overcome financial barriers to education. This vision soon evolved into a comprehensive platform offering innovative solutions like Education Loans (EduLOAN), Education Savings (EduSAVINGS), Education Insurance (EduSURE), Free Soft skill training, Scholarships and Grants, and Crowdfunding, all designed to address specific needs in education financing.
The road to success was not without challenges. Funding, the task of building trust within communities and more. Despite these hurdles, the team remained committed to their mission, pushing through difficulties with determination and innovation. Their hard work paid off as PressPayNg gained momentum and began making a significant impact.
A key milestone came on November 24, 2021, with the official launch of PressPayNg at the University of Lagos. The event was attended by prominent dignitaries, including the Ooni of Ife, who expressed his support for the platform and urged its expansion to other states. Notable partners like FCMB Plc played a significant role in the launch, with Mr. Fashola Shamsideen, FCMB’s Divisional Head of Personal and Retail Banking, declaring, “This is an idea whose time has come.”
PressPayNg’s growth continued as it formed strategic partnerships and reached thousands of students across Nigeria. The platform gained widespread support from educational institutions and student bodies, including the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), who recognized the platform’s potential to address the financial challenges faced by students.
Today, PressPayNg stands as a beacon of hope for Nigerian students, transforming the education financing landscape and empowering students to pursue their academic goals with greater ease and confidence. The platform’s success is a testament to the resilience and dedication of its founders, who turned a dream into reality, making a lasting impact on education in Nigeria.
