Fidelity Bank Deepens Food Relief Efforts, Supports Over 1,000 Families in Kogi State
Photo caption: L-R: Incoming Vice Chairman, Lokoja LGA, Mrs Fatima Abdulkadir; Kogi State Project...
Banks and Finance
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Why Zenith Bank Emerged as Africa’s and Nigeria’s Best Bank at the 2026 Euromoney Awards
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Nigeria’s banking stocks have emerged as the overwhelming favourite among investment analysts for the third...
Wema Bank Named Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank for Consumers 2026 At Euromoney Award
Recognition is most meaningful when it reflects the impact of consistent innovation over time. That is what makes Wema Bank’s recognition as Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank for Consumers 2026 at the Euromoney 2026 Award particularly significant. The award recognises the Bank’s leadership in digital innovation, customer experience and financial inclusion, acknowledging years of deliberate investment in building banking solutions that are simpler, smarter and more accessible for customers. At the heart of this journey is ALAT, Africa’s first fully digital bank. Since pioneering digital banking in Nigeria, ALAT has continued to evolve to meet changing customer needs. The latest evolution of ALAT introduced capabilities such as voice banking, tap-to-pay, personalised financial services and integrated investment opportunities, alongside faster digital onboarding, AI-powered fraud monitoring and intelligent customer personalisation. Commenting on the recognition, Wema Bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Moruf Oseni, described the award as validation of the Bank’s commitment to customer-focused innovation. “Innovation for us has never been about technology for its own sake. It has always been about creating solutions that make banking easier, faster, safer and more rewarding for every customer.” He said. Beyond recognising technology, the award acknowledges Wema Bank’s continued focus on using innovation to create better customer experiences, deepen financial inclusion and build stronger relationships through personalised banking solutions. For over eight decades, Wema Bank has continued to evolve while remaining true to its purpose of creating possibilities for individuals, businesses and communities. This latest recognition reinforces the Bank’s commitment to shaping the future of banking through innovation, operational excellence and customer-centric solutions that deliver lasting value.
GTBANK NAMED BEST OVERALL PERFORMING BANK IN NIGERIA IN THE BANKER’S TOP 1000 WORLD BANKS RANKINGS 2026
GTBANK NAMED BEST OVERALL PERFORMING BANK IN NIGERIA IN THE BANKER’S TOP 1000 WORLD BANKS...
