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Dec

2025

Access Bank and the Rebirth of the National Theatre: Revitalising Nigeria’s Cultural Future

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Access Bank and the Rebirth of the National Theatre: Revitalising Nigeria’s Cultural Future ."From FESTAC ’77 to the Future: Access Bank and the Rebirth of Nigeria’s National TheatreReviving a National Icon: How Access Bank Is Reshaping Nigeria’s Creative Future"."The revival of the National Theatre Lagos, driven by the Bankers’ Committee with Access Bank at the forefront, marks a turning point for Nigeria’s creative economy—blending heritage, innovation, and economic development to empower a new generation of African creatives." When the National Theatre, Lagos, opened ahead of FESTAC ’77, it stood as an architectural and cultural statement—an ambitious declaration of Nigeria’s readiness…

Dec

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank Champions African SMEs at Africa Marketplace Dubai 2025

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Access Bank Champions African SMEs at Africa Marketplace Dubai 2025 "Access Bank sponsors Africa Marketplace Dubai 2025, empowering African SMEs, boosting cross-border trade, and positioning Africa as a competitive force in global commerce." Access Bank Plc, in furtherance of its vision of being “Africa’s Gateway to the World,” has sponsored the inaugural Africa Marketplace Dubai 2025, an initiative of the Ibukun Awosika Leadership Academy (IALA). The high-profile event, held at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, brought together over 300 carefully curated African brands and participants from more than 200 countries, creating a strategic platform for cross-border trade, investment, and global market…

Dec

2025

By Famous Reporters

Access Bank Named Nigeria’s ‘Bank of the Year 2025’ at The Banker Awards in London

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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,…

Nov

2025

By Famous Reporters

How Access Bank is Supporting Women Driving Africa’s Growth Story

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How Access Bank is Supporting Women Driving Africa’s Growth Story Across Africa, women are fast becoming the heartbeat of economic transformation. From bustling open-air markets to high-tech boardrooms, women-led enterprises are redefining what is possible for the continent’s future.Whether as market traders expanding their reach through digital platforms, tech founders scaling innovations across borders, or artisans turning local crafts into global brands, women’s contributions are now central to Africa’s economic resurgence. Even as they break new ground, many still face formidable barriers. Access to finance, mentorship, business education, and supportive networks remains limited. Structural issues such as weak property rights, gender…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

The Access Group Human Map of Nigeria: A Story Forged Amidst Scortchy Sun

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The Access Group Human Map of Nigeria: A Story Forged Amidst Scortchy Sun On Friday, September 27, the skies over Lagos opened with rain, steady, inconvenient, and for many, discouraging. But for the people of Access Holdings and Access Bank, its flagship subsidiary, it was just another obstacle on the path to making history. By midday, the clouds gave way to a blazing sun, harsh and unrelenting. Yet, beneath that heat, hundreds of employees stood firm in colorful traditional attire, forming something unprecedented: a living map of Nigeria, shaped not by drones or graphics, but by people. It was a…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

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

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

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

2025

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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

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…