In a landmark recognition of innovation and economic impact, Platnova, the innovative fintech platform empowering borderless finance for Africans, has been officially recognized as one of the Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs in Nigeria at the prestigious SME 100 Awards 2025. The honor was presented at a grand ceremony in Lagos organized by Business Day Media Limited, Nigeria's leading authority in business news and economic intelligence.
This recognition positions Platonova among Nigeria's most dynamic and scalable small and medium enterprises. The selection was based on rigorous criteria, with Platonova standing out for its significant contribution to the Nigerian economy and its transformational role in driving financial inclusion by providing accessible, low-cost cross-border financial services. The SME 100 Awards, since its inception, serve as a definitive benchmark for entrepreneurial excellence and resilience in the country.
The awards presentation at the Glitz Event Center in Lekki on December 4, 2025 was the highlight of the SME Conference and Awards 2025. Under the theme “Advancing Nigeria’s Economy: Empowering SMEs for Global Competitiveness”, the event convened the country’s top entrepreneurs, investors and policy makers to chart a path for sustainable economic growth.
Speaking at the awards ceremony, Platnova CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. Benjamin Oyemonlan, said: “This recognition as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing SMEs is a powerful validation of our mission to create financial solutions beyond borders. We are extremely grateful to our dedicated team and loyal users who fuel this growth every day. This achievement will empower more Nigerian and African businesses to compete on the global stage and grow seamlessly. Strengthens our commitment.”
Platnova's inclusion in the Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs follows a period of extraordinary expansion and achievement. The company has successfully onboarded a rapidly growing community of users including freelancers, digital nomads, students and SMEs who rely on its platform for seamless international transactions. This growth has been fueled by the successful launch of its dedicated Platnova Business Suite, a key tool that enables Nigerian entrepreneurs to manage global operations with unprecedented ease.
The company's approach has also attracted significant venture support, enabling continued investment in technology, security and market expansion. These collective milestones underscore the scalable model and clear market need that Platnova addresses, directly contributing to its identification as one of Nigeria's fastest growing companies.
Sales Representative, Platnova, Harry Aroghe Ife; Executive Director, Sales and Marketing, BusinessDay Newspaper, Ijeoma Ude, Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Platnova, Dr. Benjamin Oyemonlan, and Head, Marketing and Brand Communications, Platnova, Atom on Sunday, during an award presentation recognizing Platnova as one of the Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs in Nigeria at the SME 100 Awards 2025 in Lagos recently.
Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer of Platnova, Dr. Benjamin Oyemonlan with the award of Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs in Nigeria at the SME 100 Awards 2025 in Lagos recently.
