GTCO Launches Google Pay Integration for GTBank in Nigeria

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has successfully integrated Google Pay into the payment services of its subsidiaries, GTBank and HabariPay, marking the launch of the service in Nigeria. This integration allows GTBank customers to add eligible debit cards to Google Wallet and utilize Google Pay for online transactions both locally and internationally.

Merchants using Squad, the payment gateway operated by HabariPay, can also accept Google Pay at checkout. The integration positions GTCO to serve both consumers making purchases and businesses receiving payments.

For GTBank customers, the process involves adding an eligible debit card to Google Wallet via an Android device or Google Account. Once registered, customers can select Google Pay at online checkout, facilitating authentication without the need to repeatedly enter card details.

Google Pay employs digital tokens instead of actual card numbers, enhancing security by reducing merchants' exposure to sensitive card information. The service is applicable on various online platforms that accept Google Pay, including subscription services and travel booking websites.