Access Bank don dey make waves in de banking industry, and dis time, dem win big in two different ways. First, dem win two awards at de maiden edition of de Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Award Night, wey be organised by Nairametrics and de Economic Forum Series. Dem win de awards for Best in MSME Financial Inclusion (Bank) and Best in MSME Finance for Women & Youth Entrepreneurship. Mrs Abiodun Olupitan, Head of Women Banking & Emerging Banking Business at Access Bank, receive de awards on behalf of de bank.
In another development, Access Bank secure a provisional licence from de Bank of Namibia to start commercial operations in Namibia. Dis licence, wey take effect on October 4, 2024, mark another big step in Access Bank’s plan to expand across Africa. According to Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Plc, dis expansion go help establish a strong banking network in Southern Africa and promote intra-African trade.
Access Bank already dey operate in several countries in Southern Africa, including Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zambia. Now, with dis new licence, dem go stimulate de local economy in Namibia and strengthen their position as a leading regional player. Dem go work hard in de coming months to meet de conditions necessary for de final licence.
Access Bank’s expansion into Namibia align with their long-term strategy to provide seamless access to banking and financial opportunities for businesses and individuals. Dem confident say dis investment go bring significant value to their shareholders, customers, and wider stakeholder groups.
