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Remita is leveraging digital innovation to transform education payments in Nigeria, providing seamless access to JAMB ePINs as the 2026 UTME and Direct Entry registration period begins.
Education in Nigeria has long been a sector defined by high stakes and logistical complexity. Families undergoing the application process face tight timelines, multiple intermediaries, and sometimes opaque payment systems. In this context, access to digital payment solutions is no longer a convenience, as it becomes a necessity. Remita, which has established itself as a critical payments infrastructure provider, is leveraging this moment to expand its role in facilitating smooth, transparent, and secure transactions for candidates nationwide.
Remita’s 2026 drive puts students and parents in control of the JAMB registration process. By enabling direct access to ePINs, the platform eliminates reliance on middlemen, reduces stress, and even rewards users for completing transactions digitally.
“Education is the greatest investment in Nigeria’s tomorrow. Remita will continue to ensure that payments are a bridge—never a barrier—to opportunity. The message underscores a growing recognition among Nigerian fintechs that education is a strategic sector for digital inclusion and financial empowerment,” said Abayomi Oniku, Remita’s executive director, Business Development.
Remita’s approach extends beyond individual users. Schools, training institutions, and other organisations supporting groups of candidates are now able to process ePINs directly within their own systems. This shift not only reduces administrative burden but also safeguards students from exploitation by informal intermediaries; a long-standing challenge in Nigeria’s education payment ecosystem. By embedding trusted partners into the platform, Remita is effectively creating a more resilient and accountable educational payments network.
Digital innovation is another cornerstone of Remita’s offering. The platform now features AI-powered assistance to guide users through the registration process, making the ePIN acquisition experience more intuitive and human-centered. “This year, we are making the JAMB ePIN experience more intuitive and more human. Stronger partnerships with trusted institutions enable us to guide students toward a prosperous future,” said Alisa Chinedu, Remita’s head of Digital Assets and Partnerships.
