Detty December is basically Nigeria’s unofficial Olympics; parties, concerts, food tours, weddings, trips, and spontaneous “step out let’s breathe small” nights. And if you’re visiting from abroad, managing spending can go from fun to frustrating real quick. FX wahala, ATM limits, cash confusion, bank apps acting brand new… it can be a lot.
That’s why the UBA Prepaid Card is quietly the biggest December hack you need to know.
No UBA Account? No Problem
Let’s start with the plot twist: you don’t even need a UBA account to own a UBA Prepaid Card.
Yep! Just walk into any UBA branch with a valid ID, get your card, load it up, and start living your best vacation life. No long forms. No opening of an account first. Just straight up convenience.
Perfect for Visitors Flying In for the Holidays
Coming home for Detty December? The prepaid card solves all the typical “I just landed” struggles:
- No need to carry large amounts of cash.
- No need to change to FX
- No stressing over international card declines.
- Load it with USD or Naira, whatever works for you.
- Use it across Nigeria for POS, online shopping, Uber/Bolt, resorts, restaurants, concerts, lounges… basically, everywhere cards are accepted.
It’s your December survival kit in card form.
Budgeting Without Stress (or Shame)
December can make even the most disciplined spender start behaving like money grows on palm trees. The beauty of the prepaid card is simple: You can only spend what you load.
It’s almost like a financial seatbelt that helps you keep the enjoyment and lose the recklessness.
Extra Safe for the Lagos & Abuja Streets
If you’ll be jumping from event to event, your regular bank card is better off chilling at home.
The UBA Prepaid Card:
•Keeps your main accounts safe
•Let’s you spend without exposing your primary banking details
•Can be easily replaced if lost or stolen
•Can be blocked instantly
December enjoyment is sweeter when you’re not panicking about missing cards.
Easy for Group Trips & Visit Plans
If you’re coming with friends or family, the prepaid card makes group spending smoother.
Everyone can load theirs and track expenses.
Great for Gifting Too
Want to surprise someone this season? Load a UBA Prepaid Card and gift it.
It’s thoughtful, practical, and goes perfectly with “go and enjoy yourself this Christmas.”
Works Seamlessly for Online Bookings
Concert tickets? Resort reservations? Flights within? Shopping? The prepaid card handles it easily.
For Locals Too; Soft Life Without Commitment
Even if you’re not coming from abroad, the prepaid card is perfect for Detty December:
•No need to touch your main account
•Perfect for splitting expenses
•Great for managing “outside budget”
Think of it as your Detty December Wallet.
If December had a cheat code, the UBA Prepaid Card would be it. It’s convenient, flexible, safe, and designed for enjoyment without unnecessary hassle.
