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Jul
04
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank Highlights Leadership at Climate Governance Initiative Launch

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…
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Jun
19
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank Clarifies CBN’s Directive, Promises June 30 Exit of Forbearance 

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…
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May
28
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank Not Owing FCTA Ground Rent, Says Source •Branch Remains Open for Business

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…
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May
21
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank: Nigeria’s Most Valuable Brand for Fourth Consecutive Year 

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…
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May
19
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access to Holdings Sets Benchmark in Fraud Eradication

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…
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May
17
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank Secures DFIs’ USD 100 Million Facility Aided By German DEG for MSMEs, Gender Equality in Nigeria

Access Bank Secures DFIs’ USD 100 Million Facility Aided By German DEG for MSMEs, Gender Equality in Nigeria

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Access Bank Secures DFIs’ USD 100 Million Facility led by German DEG for MSMEs, Gender Equality in Nigeria Access Bank Plc has successfully closed a USD 100 million senior loan facility with a consortium of Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), led by the German DFI DEG - Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH, and supported by FinDev Canada, Amsterdam-based asset manager ILX, as well as Austrian DFI OeEB, Oesterreichische Entwicklungsbank AG. This significant financing will support privately-owned MSMEs, small corporates, and family-owned businesses across Nigeria, with a particular focus on promoting female entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. At least 30 per cent of…
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Apr
28
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank Responds to Alleged Privacy Violation by Former Agent

Access Bank Responds to Alleged Privacy Violation by Former Agent

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Access Bank Responds to Alleged Privacy Violation by Former Agent Access Bank Plc has responded to the reports making the rounds on social media concerning a former contact agent, who was alleged to have violated the privacy of some women in the organisation.  In a statement the management made available to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP), the bank said the matter has been handed over to the appropriate authorities for investigation while cautioning the general public to rely on updates communicated through their channels only. The statement reads in full: Our attention has been drawn to…
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Mar
14
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank’s Africa Trade Conference Ignites New Era

Access Bank’s Africa Trade Conference Ignites New Era

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Access Bank’s Africa Trade Conference Ignites New Era Access Bank PLC successfully hosted the inaugural Africa Trade Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and trade experts to drive solutions for accelerating intra-African trade and unlocking the continent’s economic potential. The conference tackled critical challenges, including limited access to capital, market information gaps, trust deficits between trading partners, and the urgent need for modernised trade infrastructure. Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/CEO of Access Bank, delivered the opening remarks, setting the tone for discussions by highlighting the critical barriers hindering trade across Africa. He emphasised the urgent need…
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Feb
24
2025
By Famous Reporters
10TH ACCESS BANK LAGOS CITY MARATHON: Access Bank Restates Commitment to Community, Sustainability

10TH ACCESS BANK LAGOS CITY MARATHON: Access Bank Restates Commitment to Community, Sustainability

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Access Bank PLC proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon last Saturday, highlighting the platform’s ability to foster unity, promote healthy lifestyles, and showcasing African excellence on the global stage. Since its inception in 2016, the marathon has evolved into a premier event, attracting participants from across the continent and beyond.This year’s event, themed, “Miles to Memories,” was particularly significant as it honoured the legacy of the late Herbert Wigwe, former Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings PLC. Wigwe's visionary leadership was instrumental in establishing the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, and ultimately transforming…
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Feb
14
2025
By Famous Reporters
Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2025: A Tribute to Wigwe Legacy

Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2025: A Tribute to Wigwe Legacy

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Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2025: A Tribute to Wigwe Legacy  As Lagos gears up for the highly anticipated Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, February 15, 2025, excitement and emotion run high. This year’s edition is much more than a race, it is a moving tribute to legacy and a celebration of resilience. Under the evocative theme "Miles to Memories," every stride taken by the runners transforms physical distance into lasting recollections, blending athletic endurance with heartfelt remembrance of a visionary leader. A Race that Transcends the Finish LineSince its inaugural run in 2016, the Access Bank Lagos City…
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