Access Bank honored with Euromoney award for top bank in Nigeria, Ghana

By Oluwaseyi Lawal

Access Bank Plc has received a prestigious recognition at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024, being named Nigeria’s Best Bank and Ghana’s Best Bank for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).

These awards underscore the Bank’s exceptional performance and dedication to sustainable practices throughout its African operations.

For more than 20 years, Access Bank has consistently showcased its capacity to innovate and deliver customized solutions that cater to its diverse customer base.

The Bank has also demonstrated leadership in ESG practices, establishing itself as a prominent figure in sustainable finance on the continent.

In a statement on the awards, Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, said, “This recognition by Euromoney doesn’t just acknowledge our achievements, it also reflects our future aspirations as a Bank.

“At Access, we are driven by a purpose to not only meet the financial needs of our customers, but also to make a lasting positive impact on the communities we serve. These awards motivate us to continue leading the way in responsible banking practices across Africa.”

Last year, Access Bank Nigeria earned Euromoney’s ‘Market Leader’ rating in Corporate Banking, CSR, Digital Solutions, ESG, and SME Banking. Similarly, Access Bank Ghana was recognized as a ‘Market Leader’ in CSR, highlighting its significant influence in local communities.

Commenting on the awards, Olumide Olatunji, Managing Director of Access Bank Ghana, stated, “Our commitment to sustainability is integral to everything we do at Access Bank Ghana. Whether it’s through our support for grassroots sports, such as our partnership with the Ghana Football Association’s Division One League, or our environmental initiatives like planting over 20,000 seedlings across the country and the ‘A Sandal More for a Better Tomorrow’ campaign, we are dedicated to enriching lives and building resilient communities.”

The Euromoney Awards for Excellence is regarded as the premier annual awards program for the global banking industry. For more than three decades, Euromoney has honored banks and bankers who exhibit innovation and differentiation, setting the standard for excellence in the industry. This year, Access Bank’s accomplishments have been recognized, solidifying its leadership in the financial sector.

The Euromoney Market Leaders rankings employ a rigorous methodology, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative data from internal bank sources and external client references. This thorough approach provides a comprehensive and unbiased evaluation of the industry’s top performers, helping customers identify the banks that excel in their respective areas.

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