Access Bank Wins Euromoney Awards For Excellence 2024

Access Bank has been celebrated at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024, earning the titles of Nigeria’s Best Bank and Ghana’s Best Bank for ESG. These prestigious awards highlight the Bank’s exceptional performance and steadfast commitment to sustainable practices across its operations in Africa.

For over two decades, Access Bank has consistently demonstrated its capacity for innovation and its ability to provide bespoke solutions that cater to the diverse needs of its clientele. The Bank has also established itself as a leader in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, becoming one of the continent’s foremost champions of sustainable finance.

Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Plc, reflected on the awards, stating, “This recognition by Euromoney not only acknowledges our past achievements but also mirrors our future aspirations as a Bank. At Access, we are driven by a purpose to meet the financial needs of our customers while making a lasting positive impact on the communities we serve. These awards inspire us to continue leading the way in responsible banking practices across Africa.”

Last year, Access Bank Nigeria received 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, affirming its significant influence within local communities.

Commenting on the awards, Olumide Olatunji, Managing Director of Access Bank Ghana, said, “Our commitment to sustainability is integral to everything we do at Access Bank Ghana. From supporting grassroots sports through our partnership with the Ghana Football Association’s Division One League to 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 widely regarded as the definitive annual awards program for the global banking industry. For over 30 years, Euromoney has celebrated banks and bankers who exemplify differentiation and innovation, setting the industry benchmark for excellence. This year, Access Bank’s accomplishments have been honored, reaffirming its leadership in the financial sector.