Wema Bank Clinches Fourth Consecutive Overall Victory at Nigeria Bankers Game 2025

Wema Bank Clinches Fourth Consecutive Overall Victory at Nigeria Bankers Game 2025

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative financial institution and the pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has once again asserted its dominance by emerging Overall Winner at the Nigeria Bankers Game (NBG) 2025. The bank’s latest triumph marks its fourth straight championship title, setting a new record in the history of the competition.

Wema Bank secured an impressive nine gold medals across multiple categories, winning in Table Tennis (Female Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles), Volleyball, Scrabble, Video Games, 100m Female, 200m Female, and the 4x100m Female Relay.

The 2025 edition also celebrated individual brilliance, with Wema Bank’s Oluwaseun Adewunmi named the Nigeria Bankers Game Overall Outstanding Athlete. Her remarkable performance across various events underscored her discipline, resilience, and exceptional commitment to excellence.

Wema Bank’s Managing Director and CEO, Moruf Oseni, hailed the victory as historic and symbolic, especially as the bank marks its 80th anniversary.

“Wema Bank has once again won the Nigerian Bankers Games title for the fourth consecutive year, setting a new benchmark in the industry,” Oseni said. “This victory is deeply meaningful as we celebrate eight decades of impact and service. We owe this success to every staff member who competed with passion and grit. Our athletes are true champions whose performances showcased the very best of our institution.”

He added that the win reflects Wema Bank’s culture of excellence, saying, “This championship is more than a trophy—it's a testament to our corporate DNA and the spirit of determination that defines us.”

Reacting to her recognition, Adewunmi expressed gratitude and excitement.

“I am deeply honoured to receive this award. Representing Wema Bank and competing across several events has been incredibly fulfilling. This achievement belongs to my teammates and everyone who supported us. I’m grateful to the bank for the platform and encouragement that helped us perform at our best,” she said.

As Wema Bank celebrates its landmark victory, the institution reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing talent, promoting teamwork, and driving excellence across all spheres. The bank noted that its continued success in the Games mirrors its broader drive for innovation, resilience, and leadership within the Nigerian banking sector.