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

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

Access Bank has been awarded Bank of the Year 2025 – Nigeria at The Banker Awards, an annual global recognition platform organised by The Banker, a publication of the Financial Times Group. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the Peninsula Hotel in London, drawing leading financial institutions from over 120 countries.

As the sole Nigerian winner, Access Bank’s recognition underscores its strong financial performance, innovation-driven growth, operational resilience, and sustained industry leadership over the past year.

Reacting to the award, Access Bank Managing Director/CEO, Roosevelt Ogbonna, described the honour as a testament to the hard work of the Bank’s workforce and the loyalty of its customers.

“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,” Ogbonna said.

He reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to delivering exceptional value across all markets and contributing significantly to Africa’s economic progress.

Access Bank has built a reputation as one of Africa’s most innovative and customer-focused financial institutions, driven by digital transformation, strong governance, and a clear strategy for sustainable growth. Its investments in digital banking, trade finance, financial inclusion, and sustainability continue to reinforce its leadership across the continent’s evolving financial sector.

The Banker Awards follow a rigorous five-month evaluation involving more than 1,000 entries from banks worldwide. With only one institution selected per country, the honour is considered one of the most prestigious recognitions in global banking.

With operations across three continents and a customer base of over 60 million, Access Bank continues to expand its footprint while strengthening its role in shaping Africa’s financial future.

About Access Bank

Access Bank, a subsidiary of Access Holdings Plc, is a full-service commercial bank operating in 24 countries across Africa, Asia, and Europe, with more than 700 branches and service outlets. The Bank employs over 28,000 people and serves its markets through Corporate and Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Retail Banking.

Over the last two decades, Access Bank has achieved one of Africa’s most successful growth trajectories and remains focused on embedding sustainable practices that drive profitable, socially relevant, and environmentally responsible economic development.