Access Bank Named Nigeria’s ‘Bank of the Year 2025’ at The Banker Awards in London
“Access Bank has been named Nigeria’s Bank of the Year 2025 at The Banker Awards in London, recognising its innovation, strong financial performance, and leadership in digital and sustainable banking.”
Access Bank has been named Bank of the Year 2025 – Nigeria at the prestigious Banker Awards ceremony held in London on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The annual awards, organised by The Banker, a publication of the Financial Times Group, celebrate top-performing financial institutions across more than 120 countries, recognising excellence in innovation, financial strength, operational resilience, and industry leadership.
The announcement was made during a high-profile gala at the Peninsula Hotel in London, where global banking leaders gathered to honour exceptional achievements in international finance. Access Bank emerged as the exclusive winner for Nigeria—an accolade that underscores its strong financial performance, strategic agility, and commitment to delivering world-class banking services.
Reacting to the recognition, Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/CEO of Access Bank, said:
“This award reflects the remarkable dedication of our people and the trust of our customers. Being recognised as Bank of the Year 2025 – Nigeria is a strong validation of our strategy to build a globally connected, digitally powered, and sustainably driven banking institution. We remain committed to delivering exceptional value across all our markets while contributing meaningfully to Africa’s economic advancement.”
Access Bank continues to reinforce its reputation as one of Africa’s most forward-thinking financial institutions, driven by innovation, customer-centric solutions, and strong corporate governance. Its strategic investments in digital transformation, trade finance, financial inclusion, and sustainable banking have strengthened its role as a leading force shaping Africa’s financial landscape.
The Banker conducts a rigorous five-month evaluation process each year, reviewing more than 1,000 applications from banks worldwide. Only one bank is selected per country, making the award one of the most competitive and prestigious recognitions in global finance. Access Bank’s victory not only highlights its achievements over the past year but also reaffirms its long-term commitment to innovation, customer support, and advancing a more connected regional and global economy.
With operations spanning three continents and serving more than 60 million customers, Access Bank continues to demonstrate its capacity and ambition to redefine banking in Africa while contributing meaningfully to global financial progress.
About Access Bank
Access Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Access Holdings Plc, is a leading full-service commercial bank with over 700 branches and service outlets across 24 countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe. The Bank employs more than 28,000 people and maintains representative offices in China, Lebanon, India, and the United Arab Emirates.
It operates across three major business segments—Corporate and Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Retail Banking—and has recorded one of the most successful growth trajectories in African financial history over the past two decades.
As part of its long-term strategy, Access Bank continues to integrate sustainable business practices into its operations, focusing on delivering profitable, environmentally responsible, and socially relevant economic growth that empowers customers and communities.
