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Bitcoin in Nigeria: After the Ban

Recently, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) banned Nigerian banks from dealing in all forms of cryptocurrencies; including bitcoin.

Why was Bitcoin banned?

The Central Bank of Nigeria cited ‘use of digital currency for laundering and terrorism‘ as the chief reason for banning cryptocurrencies. This comes shortly after several bulls run in the price of bitcoin, gaining over 300% price increase from 2020.

Starting earlier on the month of February 2021, Nigerian banks and other financial institutions were authorized by CBN to cease crypto transactions or face a penalty.

Away from the financial powerhouses, experts have analyzed how bitcoin ban in Nigeria would impact local traders.

The Nigerian cryptocurrency market

Looking back at statistics, Quartz Nigeria placed Nigeria as the second-largest bitcoin market in the world after the United States. Stears Business reported in February 2021 that over $200 million worth of crypto is traded from Nigeria monthly. That’s a huge market to consider!

The bitcoin ban in Nigeria simply means that it would be difficult to directly convert the Naira to bitcoin, or trade bitcoin for items.

However, it does not stop at that.

The CBN regulation immediately affected many fintech establishments in Nigeria dealing with virtual accounts. Providus bank took a special hit, having to halt all virtual accounts following the order. VTpass had to temporarily deactivate all virtual accounts and recently reactivated all accounts with new virtual account numbers.

Conversations following the ban continue to float all over the internet. But what is the solution? What is the way forward for Nigerians looking to continue crypto trading amidst the ban?

Here’s our researched take:

  1. Consider Peer-to-Peer Trading: Pending when the ban would be lifted, the most viable solution to buy crypto at the moment would be P2P trading. This is buying privately from a trusted source (a friend, a local agency, etc.) as trading involving bank transfers would be impossible.
  2. Create a Domiciliary account: Well, since there are no restrictions on domiciliary accounts, you can open one, convert Naira and Dollars, and trade cryptos through that account.

Cryptocurrencies trading may have been banned in Nigeria, that doesn’t mean the digital currencies are done for. The future of cryptos for the African market remains bright against all odds.

Playing It BIG (1): How to become a VTpass Trade Partner

VTpass agency programs are renowned for their dynamism, freedom of options, and highly rewarding design. That’s because we offer you six (6) unique ways to become a VTpass agent out of which you can select more than one way and earn unlimitedly.

Most people know 4 out of the ways to become a VTpass agent, but not everyone about the other 2 exclusive ways to partner with us. These other two are exclusive simply because they involve either technical skills or a larger network of people to operate. This is where the big boys play, but hey! Absolutely anyone can join the game and earn big too.

In this article, we would cover everything you need to know about the second exclusive club: how to become a VTpass Trade Partner. To learn about the second exclusive club, see how to become a VTpass API agent.

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Who is a VTpass Trade Partner?

VTpass Trade partners are basically agents whose sole purpose is to recruit other agents under them and earn on every transaction these agents carry out. Your business is to help create businesses for others while earning at the same time. Yes, a Terminal Agent can equally be a Trade Partner!

Statistically, you can earn as high as two hundred and fifty thousand Naira (N250,000) monthly just by creating Terminal Agents under you. However, this is tantamount to how serious your down-lines are.

Another amazing benefit on the Trade Partner feature is that there are no limits to how much you can earn as your earnings depends on the amount and volume of transactions your down-lines carry out and the earnings are more spread. Also, there are no time limits as to how long you can continue to earn on your down-lines as you can earn infinitely!

Ready to become a Trade Partner?

What You Enjoy as a VTpass Trade Partner

  1. Unlimited earnings potentials
  2. Passive income potential (earn on the activities of your agents even when you are not there)
  3. Active income (earn equally as a terminal agent on profits and personal commissions)
  4. Online and/or onsite training and sensitizations.
  5. 24/7 technical support system available for you
  6. 24/7 customer support personals to answer your requests
  7. Participate in VTpass agents’ giveaways and loyalty bonuses
  8. Notification of new services and features to improve your business

How to Become a Trade Partner

It’s totally free and easy to become a Trade Partner, all you have to do is:

  • Create an account with VTpass
  • Activate the Trade Partner feature on your VTpass account.

Once you register successfully as a Trade Partner you will receive an instant SMS and email notification to this effect. Now you can go out there and start signing up agents under you.

How to Register Terminal Agents Under you

 To sign up a new Terminal Agent under you, simply;

  • Click your Trade Partner dashboard and;
  • Click on Create new agent to register a down-line.

That easy! You can register as many down-lines as possible. Under your Trade Partner dashboard, you can view your agents, earnings, and history.

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How to Withdraw your Earnings

Making money makes no sense if you can’t see your earnings and withdraw them at any time. With VTpass, this is super easy.

You can withdraw your earnings at any time by following these simple steps;

  • Log into your VTpass account with your registered email and password
  • Click on “My Earnings” in the list of options.

What are you waiting for? Sign up now and start your journey to massive income potentials. We’ve got your back! For more information, contact VTpass support.

5 Factors To Consider Before Quitting A Job

The grass isn’t always greener on the other side.

While many would agree that the biggest reason for staying at a job is the financial incentive earned, others would disagree and throw in reasons like one’s passion, the pursuit of a new challenge, opportunities to learn, etc.

Nevertheless, most people would discover that money is still one of the biggest factors that determine the decision when a better job offer comes along.

It is not unreasonable to be money-driven however, there are other factors to consider and questions to ask before making a decision, including;

What do I want for my job, career, and life?

Most people make a huge mistake while quitting their job thinking they’ll just update their resume and start networking without being thoughtful about what their wants and how to get there.

For instance, studying to become a medical doctor maybe interesting but it will not help you achieve the flexible schedule you want. So also, if you’d like to make a career change, think about all the necessary steps. They may include more school, lower pay, or working your way up from the bottom–again.

What can you get from your current job?

If you love your current job and only have a problem with the payment, you may consider asking for a justifiable raise from your boss.

However, if your employer is unable to review your salary, you can negotiate for other incentives like flexible working hours, etc.

Also, outline your job description and compare it with the industry pay-scale to see if your current pay matches.

Do I have enough saved to cover nine to 12 months of expenses?

Financial planner, Susan Hirshman says a few years ago she told people to save enough for six months of expenses. Now she tells people they need nine to 12 months. 

Hirshman suggests mapping out fixed expenses like credit cards, transportation, and food, as well as factoring in the “what if” costs. 

Is the Time right?

The best factor to consider before quitting a job is the timing.

Consider if you have commitments that you have to fulfill. Are you’re in the middle of a busy season or working on a big project? You may want to honor those commitments so that your team isn’t left behind and you’re able to leave on good terms.

Also, it might be smart to wait a little longer if you’d like to receive your quarterly bonus, holiday vacation, and other bonuses.

Do I have the support of my family and friends?

Not many consider this factor but quitting your job affects the people in your life, so it’s important that you have an honest conversation with your family first. Your spouse or children may need to help or at least participate in some of your cost-cutting plans and need to be involved from the beginning.

Having a support system of friends or close colleagues who can help keep you on track while looking for a new job would be in your best interest.

In Summary;

Switching or quitting a job may sound fancy and look a lot more interesting than it actually is, which is why it is advisable to consider all factors before making a decision. If you are only interested in looking for simple ways to earn extra income, be sure to add VTpass partnership programs to your checklist.

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4 Ways to Make Money With VTpass in the Lockdown

If you are active on social media you must have seen a lot of ads of people trying to teach one online business or the other during this period of global lockdown.

It’s no joke, money is scarce, resources are scarcer, and having a form of online income is probably the best way to go this time, no matter how small. One thing you must know is, the services of online payment companies like VTpass are high in demand this period and you can take advantage of this demand, filling up the service gap by partnering with VTpass.

Here are 5 easy ways you can start making some money with VTpass right from the comfort of your home.

Become a VTpass Terminal Agent

While this is not entirely online, it would be great to start this business if your shop is operating this period as part of essential businesses. You can start reselling VTpass services in your area and earn on as a terminal agent. Payment terminals are part of essential services, so you are selling other essential products and services and your business still operates at this period, it is the best time to begin reselling VTpass services to physical customers who come to buy from you. You would be surprised at the number of people you would be offering great help. Cool profits for you in return!

You earn a commission for every purchase made by customers. To become a VTpass terminal agent, follow the steps below:

1. Download the VTpass app and register/create an account or click on https://www.vtpass.com/partners

2. Activate the terminal agent feature

3. Top up your VTpass wallet for easy payment

4. Market your services to people in your location and start earning!

Your earnings totally reflect on your earnings page. To learn more about this business, please call 08138752358.

Share your VTpass Affiliate link

Now let’s talk about fully online stuffs. If you have a website, you can share your VTpass affiliate banners on your website. You can also share our affiliate links or embed our links in your blog posts. These links take a reader/visitor who clicks on them directly to VTpass website and you get a commission on whatever was paid for through your affiliate links. It’s that simple. Why not add VTpass services to what appears on your web? It takes nothing from you, while you have everything to gain.

To set-up as a VTpass Affiliate:

1. Log on to www.vtpass.com and log in or create an account if you don’t have one

2. Click on ‘My earnings’ and then click on ‘Become an Affiliate’

3. Complete information on the ‘Get Banner page’ and click on ‘Get affiliate link’

4. Once the affiliate banner code/link is generated, you can select the size of the banner

5. Place your link or banner on your website and promote it.

You can monitor, track progress, and make changes to boost your earnings. Earnings always reflect on your earnings page. The beautiful thing is, you can earn money while you sleep!

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Become a Widget partner

You can advertise VTpass widget on your website and earn money for every paid commission-based transaction that occurs through that widget. People can pay for services directly on our website. you can place on your website sidebar and you can also create a page for it.

Here’s how to become a widget partner

1. Log on to www.vtpass.com and log in or create an account if you don’t have one

2. Click on ‘My earnings’ and then click on ‘Activate Widget’

3. Fill in the information on the Widget Setting page and click on ‘Activate’

4. Next, enable/disable products and services you want on your widget and click on ‘Get widget code’ when you are done.

5. Copy the generated widget code and use it where you want it to appear on your website (sidebar or page)

6. Finally, Promote the widget page on your website.

With a lot of activities going on online at this period, you only need to sit back and watch your earnings grow. Always track your earnings on your earnings page.

Refer-a-Friend Program

For those who don’t want to go through the options detailed above, VTpass made life easier. You can still earn money by simply getting your unique VTpass referral link, share that link on social media, online platforms, or by other means and make money once someone makes a transaction through your link. It’s that easy!

1. Log on to www.vtpass.com and log in or create an account if you don’t have one.

 2. Click on ‘My Earnings’ and then click on “Join Referral-a-friend program”

3. Complete information on the next page and click on ‘proceed’

4. You instantly get your unique ref link which you can copy and start sharing

5. Market your services and start earning

Our friends always trust us to recommend great services and with a solid platform like VTpass, spread the word, and earn the reward!

There you have it. We hope you would try starting out as a VTpass agent. You can always reach out and learn more about any of these money-making opportunities by calling 08138752358.

There are other big ways to partner with VTpass and earn even bigger rewards. Learn about VTpass Trade Partner program and API agency program.

QUICK TIPS ABOUT MAKING A WISE INVESTMENT

If you got a penny, you do not bury it in the ground to gather dirt. You utilise it to gain more pennies. So yes, this is an anecdote that emphasizes the need to not just make money, but to use the money to create wealth. In essence, this underscores the importance of investments. So, you have been meaning to invest in some business or venture. But you do not know how to go about it. Or you are very sceptical about the success of the whole enterprise. Well, here are some few handy tips that will take you through how to make a wise investment. But first, you would want to learn how to make life more convenient for you through VTpass.

So, VTpass is an online payment platform that enables you to make payments for your bills easily and quickly. With www.vtpass.com or with the VTpass app on your mobile phone, you can easily settle your electricity bills, data, airtime, TV subscriptions and much more. And yes, you can pay from wherever you are, at home, in the office. And you get to pay in just three easy steps:

-Log On -Select -Pay

This is quite a good way to save time, energy and money. So go on and pay those pending bills by logging on to www.vtpass.com or downloading the VTpass app for Android.

So, moving on, here are useful tips to help your investment plans run smoothly.

LEARN YOUR TRADE

It is very common to see people who want to invest in one thing or another. But they don’t know a nickel about whatever it is they are investing in. They trust the judgement of other people. And they believe things will work well if they put in good money and hire great people. This isn’t how it should be. Whatever it is you are going into, you have to learn the trade. You necessarily don’t have to be a PRO in the field. But you need just enough to keep you above your game. This is especially for those who want to go into stocks or cryptocurrency, not knowing what it all about can wreck an investor.

DO NOT TWO-TIME

Another mistake people make is getting the feeling they can do so many things at the same time. As much as being a serial entrepreneur is possible, there is the need to centralize on just one thing. The other things you do should be able to adjust or evolve to that one cause you are out to accomplish. Let’s say, you want to start a restaurant. It wouldn’t make sense to still want to start up a website company at the same time. But then, starting with a restaurant, giving it all the attention it deserves and then expanding it to a hotel or supermarket is a reasonable sort of two-timing.

SET GOALS

Following up on the last point, for your investment to be profitable, you need to see where you want your money to be even before it is there. You need to set goals. Your investment will become what you want it to be. So, dream big and work at it.

LEVERAGE ON FREE OPPORTUNITIES

Right in this world we are, there are very many opportunities out there. So your investment need not be your investment alone. You can go out there and act on leveraging the several opportunities available.

DON’T LISTEN TO GOSSIPS

Now, the news is different from gossips. You can get useful tips about your investments by putting your ears to the ground, and listen for real-time news. But do not, for once, pay attention to the gossips around. And don’t take any decision because everyone is taking it. Know what works for you and stick to it.

SLOW AND STEADY WINS THE RACE

Those who try to be rich overnight make their money from investments. And then, they go on to lose it all in one quick swoop. This is what greed and impatience can do. So, rather than trying to gather your retirement money all at once. Why not take it one step at a time. The sweetest of gains is the one that was bitter in the making.

So, you should now be able to put things in perspective. After knowing what you want to invest in, learn it. Then work your way up your own way. Don’t be distracted by the things on the sidelines. Look out for important opportunities. Grab it and keep doing what you know how to do best.

At VTpass, we love great ideas and we love to see people succeed. It is with this in mind that we are in the business of making life more easier for everyone. So that by logging on to www.vtpass.com or downloading the VTpass app, you can easily make payment for your everyday bills. Airtime, data, electricity bills, TV subscriptions, name it, you can settle them easily on VTpass. With VTpass, life can only get better.

WHAT TO DO WITH A DAY OFF FROM WORK

Having a day off from work is quite an exhilarating feeling. But for whatever reason you are getting a day off, you sure do have something else doing. It might mean you are sick and you need some time to recuperate. Or you have a particular function to attend to and the likes. And just maybe your line of work gives a day(s) off per week. Anyway, a day off should be an exciting way to discover one’s self and live thoroughly without thinking of work for one day. So, we will be handing very brilliant tips on how to spend a day off. And yes, even with these tips, you still get to work on your other excuse for missing work. So, you do want to have a good time while on your day off. And you sure don’t want to entertain the burden of paying bills and all.

Well, why not trust VTpass to handle the bills for you. At VTpass, we work at ensuring you pay your bills in the easiest way possible. And at an effective speed. And have we been able to make this happen? Well, yes, we have. With the online VTpass platform, www.vtpass.com, customers constantly get to pay their bills conveniently. Also, downloading the VTpass mobile app on Google Play Store makes it all the easier. So, by logging on to www.vtpass.com or downloading the VTpass app, you get to make payment for your airtime, data, electricity bills and cable TV subscription. So yes, your day off can be very seamless and excitable.

And here are just the right ways to spend a day off

  1. READ A BOOK

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You know the whole talk about how great readers are leaders. Well, it is true. So, if you do have a day off, one effective way to spend it would be to read a book through and through and then go on to dream about it in your sleep. This makes you feel happy like you just did a very great thing.

2. GET A GOOD MASSAGE

Related imageYes, most people don’t believe in the miracle powers of a spa. But if there is anyone true thing, it is that getting a massage from a spa or from a partner is way relaxing.

3. PLANT A TREE

Related imageThis is more like pay attention to a plant. It helps to plant something on a boring day and watching it grow over the next weeks.

4. GO SOMEWHERE

Related imageYou can go somewhere, to a restaurant to have lunch, to a museum, to a social function, to the moon. Just get moving. And yes, do remember to take your camera along with you. And be sure to take any exciting shot you find.

5. COOK

Related imageIt feels good to look at a whole bunch of tasty food, and say “I cooked it”. So yes, cooking more than usual will not be a bad way to spend a day off. But make sure to have some evening get together so you don’t end up wasting your fine dishes.

6. WRITE

Many thoughts swirling all over the head. You can write them down on your day off. It could be about your big dreams or your small cravings. Whatever it is, give immortality to it.

7. LEARN

The most exciting way of spending a day off is doing something you could not do before. So, you want to learn to ride a bicycle or skate? Do it. Or you want to start a new course, a new language? Do it.

At VTpass, we believe that what is worth doing is worth doing well. This is why we work hard at making our payment platform accessible, convenient and fast. Why not log on to www.vtpass.com or download the VTpass app to make payment for your airtime, data, electricity bills and TV subscription? And you are sure to see us for what we are: the one-stop online payment platform.

BUSINESS: COME FOR THE MONEY; STAY FOR THE COMMUNITY

Great things in business are never done by one person. They are done by a team of people- Steve Jobs.

It is a well-known fact that the main aim of dabbling in a business of your own or someone else’s is to make money. Indeed, making a profit is the drive behind every business. And this aim controls both the operations and principles of every organisation. In so much that entrepreneurs and employees employ various strategies just to get customers’ attention. However, in trying to sell products or services to customers, we mostly end up pushing them away. So, many organisations out there with the drive to make the most do not, in fact, draw the attention of the targets. The question is why is this so? Why do businesses with potentials suffer when they could as well thrive? Well, going through the success stories of various successful people brings the answer to fore. And the answer has to do with relationships, the community.

Before we go any further, it would be good to look into one successful uprising company. And that’s VTpass. VTpass is an online payment platform that allows for ease and speed while paying everyday bills. So, rather than change locations trying to pay electricity bills or tv subscriptions. You can easily pay these bills on www.vtpass.com. Again, you can renew your data subscription as well as buy airtime on www.vtpass.com. Better still, the new VTpass mobile app for Android serves this purpose well enough. You even get more ease and convenience with its more user-friendly, accessible features.

People are the core of every business. Businesses are based on relationships and relationships on people. I would go to an average restaurant run by amazing people over an outstanding restaurant run by awful people- Marcus Lemonis.

More than profit-making, what defines us at VTpass is our strong drive to build and maintain relationships with our customers. It is not enough to want our customers’ attention without giving them as much attention. So, as a brand, we believe in putting ourselves in a position that strengthens our relationships. This is because we believe that what stands any business out is the ability to start for the money and stay for the community.

And really, this should be a viable model for as many as own good businesses out there. It is quite tempting to want to keep pushing for the money. But looking beyond that and working with your customers to be better edges you more towards profit. So, it works this way. You have a very great idea. Of course, you want to get it out there and make money out of it. Good thing. But you should be ready to build a relationship with your customers and get them to like you as much as they like your business. And yes, when the profit seems to be hanging in the air, this is not a time to pull back engagement. Rather, you should make your involvement stronger. You should stay, and this will definitely get the attention of many. So yes, starting a business with profit in mind is a good thing. But continuing a business for the sake of becoming better for your customers and being their lifelong friend is the best.

Profit in business comes from repeat customers. Customers that boast about your project or service.  And that bring friends with them- Edward Demming.

How to Beat the Monday Blues

In all considerations, Monday signals a great day, a day when employees and employers alike can start work afresh. After a restful weekend, most people get the chance to start the week on a very high note. This makes Mondays one of the most productive days of the week. But as wonderful as Monday may be, nothing stops the drudge of the slow and steady weekend from creeping into a boisterous Monday. Often times, most people are usually anxious about the week. They cannot seem to keep their eyes open while working. And if they can manage from keeping drowsy, they are most times finding it difficult to perform tasks. This is the Monday Blues. So, how can you manage to beat the Monday Blues and stay ahead of your everyday work life?

First off, have you heard of the one online platform where you get to make payments for your everyday bills the easy way? On this platform, you can settle your MTN, GLO, AIRTEL, 9MOBILE airtime and data recharges. You can also pay your electricity bills as well as your Dstv, GOtv and Startimes subscriptions. Inevitably, what this does is reduce your workload every day as well as take away the drudge on a Monday morning. VTpass is this online platform and just by logging on to www.vtpass.com, you can get the opportunity to control your bill payments, movements and work life. But then, there is still the Monday blues to deal with. How do you work your way around that?

Here are ten ways to do just that.

Let the weekend be your weekend

That the week stops on a Friday is a widely conventional phenomenon. Everybody knows that. But for some people, it just doesn’t work that way. The weekend is just as good for work as the week. During the weekend, they go on to open office emails, work late nights and they do not move an inch from their work devices. Eventually, when Monday comes, they can’t help but feel they was no weekend, to start with. And because of this, they end up dreading Mondays and getting tired during the week.

Get excited about Monday on Sunday

There is a way Sunday dampens your interest for Monday. You are nearly used to staying at home half naked, crossing your legs and watching the TV. Or maybe you are the outgoing type always finding a new place to visit on Sundays. Now, quitting all that to sit at an office on Monday or going back to your personal duty can be very heartbreaking. So, the best bet out of this is to start getting really enthusiastic about Monday on Sunday. You can think of those things you love to do at work. You can make a call to one of your colleagues and talk about the exciting thing Monday holds. In essence, something about work should excite you enough to get you ready for Monday.

Sleep

Monday blues are usually consequences of your weekend hangovers. You can’t expect to have less sleep and do more work. What you need to do is change this lifestyle and start getting enough sleep.

Feel Good

Really, when you are in your best dress on Monday, feeling like you are on top of the world, no amount of Monday blues is enough to get you down. So you want to be good on Monday, then feel good first.

Be the best buddy of all

You want to make your Monday turn out great, then you have to make other people’s Mondays work out well too. When you get to work, be sure to put a smile on other people’s face. It will do a lot to brighten up your own day.

Breezy Monday

Ok, taken, Mondays are usually busy days. But is there no way you can keep your Monday light? Completing your tasks quickly will help make you feel great. And great is how you need to feel for the rest of the week.

Make After-work Fun

Really, Monday has been so made into a work thing that we forget that apart from 9-5, there are still other hours in the day. The thing is when we do realise that there is more to Monday than 9-5, we begin to want to make our 9-5 count. So, begin to make plans for after work on Monday. Visit a friend, have a nice church gathering. Go out to some quiet place and have yourself a nice meal with someone you love.

If it persists, ask yourself what you need to do about it

Now, for some, their Monday blues is a persistent thing. It happens virtually everytime. This is the point where you need to ask yourself what you need to do to make your Mondays better.

Whatever the case, VTpass makes every Monday bearable. By logging on to www.vtpass.com, you get to pay your bills in the fastest way possible. You can make payments for your airtime, data, electricity bills and tv subscriptions in just three easy steps with www.vtpass.com. Or better still, you can download the VTpass mobile app on Google Play Store and make your Mondays even more fun.

ADJUSTMENT IN PAYMENT METHODS FOR TERMINAL AGENTS

 

This is quite an important information for all the terminal agents. These are those who through the stable of VTpass resell services such as airtime, data, electricity bills and tv subscriptions. First off, we would like to sincerely appreciate you for signing off on a partnership with us. You have become a vital part of our organization and you hold the reins of its success just as much as we do. It is with this in mind that we have decided to acquaint you with the little adjustment in payment method.

Rather than pay online through your card, you are now required to credit your wallet through our bank account to avoid the levied processing fee. Hence, in pre-funding your wallet, you are to deposit or transfer fundsinto the bank account given below. Consequently, beginning from this moment, any attempt to fund your wallet via the online platform will attract a 1.5% card processing fee which will be at your own expense.

This slight adjustment is bound to be of mutual benefit as it will halt the recurrent percentile losses we make on all payments done through your card online, just as it will help ensure your commission.

Below are the details of the account with which you are required to now perform all financial transactions:

Account Name: Broadshift Ventures
Account Number: 0137830731
Bank: GTBank

And if you feel you want to opt out of the terminal agent program, do feel free to send us a mail so we can downgrade your wallet to that of a regular customer’s.

If you want to know more about this, you can just click on this: Agent Academy

You can also contact us via any of these means.

Contact Details

Email: info@vtpass.com

Phone number: 08138752358.

We would like to hear from you.

Best regards from the stable of VTpass.