Tag: #AccessBank

Sep

03

2025

Access Holdings Recognised by Pan-Atlantic Varsity for Championing Youth-Led Sustainability

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Access Holdings Recognised by Pan-Atlantic University for Championing Youth-Led Sustainability Access Holdings recently welcomed students from Pan-Atlantic University (PAU), who visited the Group’s headquarters to express their appreciation for sponsorship of the EcoMalchemy Plastic-to-Art Project. The initiative, which turned discarded plastic waste into artistic masterpieces now exhibited in a museum, gave students an opportunity to explore how creativity can drive conversations around sustainability and environmental responsibility. As part of their visit, the students presented a special award of appreciation to Access Holdings for its role in bringing the project to life. They were warmly received by Victor Willie, Head, Stakeholder…

Aug

21

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Holdings: From Global Trade Halls to Zambian Maternity Wards, A Vision in Action

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Access Holdings: From Global Trade Halls to Zambian Maternity Wards, A Vision in Action When Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman, Access Holdings, stepped into the AfriCaribbean Trade & Investment Forum (ACTIF) 2025 in Grenada, the agenda was global, linking Africa and the Caribbean through new pathways in trade, energy, and digital innovation, National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP can report. Days later, he was thousands of miles away, walking through the halls of Zambia’s largest referral hospital, where Access Bank Zambia had just renovated a maternity ward. The shift in setting, from high-level international dealmaking to hands-on community impact, captures…

Aug

15

2025

By Famous Reporters

JUST IN: Access Holdings Reaffirms Support for Zambia’s Economy

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JUST IN: Access Holdings Reaffirms Support for Zambia’s Economy Access Holdings PLC has pledged its continued support for Zambia’s energy and agriculture sectors, following a courtesy visit and high-level discussion with Zambia’s President, President Hakainde Hichilema at the State House in Lusaka. During the meeting, President Hichilema noted that Zambia currently faces a shortage in power generation and transmission, and emphasised the need for increased investment following the recent open access reforms. The President also highlighted the potential for banks to support other key sectors such as agriculture and digital transformation, which are central to Zambia’s growth strategyAigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman,…

Aug

03

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank Champions Innovation at STEM Africa Fest 2025

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Access Bank Champions Innovation at STEM Africa Fest 2025 Access Bank demonstrated its dedication to youth empowerment and digital innovation by sponsoring the fifth edition of STEM Africa Fest. The event which was held at the Landmark Event Centre, Oniru, Lagos, brought together over 3,000 children for a day of immersive learning and creativity, centered around the theme: “AI for Good: Solving Real-World Problems.” As the major sponsor, Access Bank played a pivotal role in transforming the venue into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where students explored the frontiers of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). The event served…

Aug

02

2025

By Famous Reporters

10 Nigerian Communities benefit Access Bank Clean Water Project

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10 Nigerian Communities benefit Access Bank Clean Water Project As part of its commitment to sustainable development and community well-being, Access Bank has launched the Access Clean Water Project, a transformative initiative aimed at improving access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in 10 communities across Nigeria. Through the Access Clean Water Project, Access Bank has facilitated the installation of boreholes in 10 underserved communities, namely: Arogun, Omu Ishoko, Kemta, Ajibode, Aleku, Ogunrun, Oniwawa, Okeran, Abaren, and Afojupa, ensuring reliable access to clean and safe water for thousands of residents. The project, implemented in partnership with HACEY, a leading…

Jul

04

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank Highlights Leadership at Climate Governance Initiative Launch

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Access Bank Highlights Leadership at Climate Governance Initiative Launch Access Bank PLC has once again demonstrated its leadership in sustainable finance with a strong showing at the launch of the Climate Governance Initiative Nigeria (CGIN) Chapter, hosted by Lagos Business School. Dr. Greg Jobome, Executive Director, Risk Management at Access Bank, was specially invited to speak at the event in recognition of the Bank’s pioneering role in integrating sustainability into its business model and its inspiring leadership within Nigeria’s corporate landscape. In his presentation, Jobome provided a comprehensive overview of how Access Bank has embedded climate risk considerations across its…

Jun

19

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank Clarifies CBN’s Directive, Promises June 30 Exit of Forbearance

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Access Bank Makes Clarifications on CBN's Directive, Promises June 30 Exit of Forbearance Access Bank Plc has responded to the letter of the Central Bank of Nigeria, directing temporary suspension of dividend payment among other bonuses, saying that the bank was the first to meet and exceed the Central Bank of Nigeria's authorisation on meeting N500 billion minimum capital requirement. In the statement signed by the bank's secretary, Sunday Ekwochi, and made available to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP), the bank stated it was prepared to comply with the apex bank’s directive on exiting forbearance by…

May

28

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank Not Owing FCTA Ground Rent, Says Source •Branch Remains Open for Business

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Access Bank Not Owing FCTA Ground Rent, Says Source • Branch Remains Open for Business A branch of Access Bank located in Zone 6, Wuse, Abuja, which was reportedly sealed on 26th May, 2025, during a large-scale enforcement operation by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), over the non-payment of ground rent has been confirmed not to be owing FCTA. The sealing was part of a sweeping enforcement action that targeted 4,794 properties across the Federal Capital Territory and were revoked for non-payment of ground rent—some with arrears spanning between 10 and 43 years. Although the building that housed the…

May

21

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank: Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand for Fourth Consecutive Year

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Access Bank: Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand for Fourth Consecutive Year Access Bank PLC has once again emerged as Nigeria’s most valuable brand, securing the top position for the fourth consecutive year in the latest “Nigeria 25 2025” ranking by Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. This achievement reaffirms Access Bank’s sustained brand leadership and its impact on the financial landscape through innovation, customer-centricity, and strategic growth. The 2025 report shows that banks now account for 59% of the total brand value in the ranking, reflecting the strength and influence of the sector in shaping Nigeria’s economic future. The…

May

19

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access to Holdings Sets Benchmark in Fraud Eradication

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Access Holdings Sets Benchmark in Fraud Eradication As global financial fraud surges to over $485 billion in annual losses, Access Holdings PLC is setting a new standard in Africa’s banking industry through aggressive and strategic investment in technology aimed at combating the growing threat, National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP can report. With Nigeria's financial sector experiencing a spike in digital fraud, particularly through mobile and online channels, Access Holdings has emerged as a front-runner in fraud prevention through innovation. In 2024, Access Holdings, the parent company of Access Bank, recorded a landmark ₦193.5 billion ($120.5 million) in…