Access Bank has reinforced its standing as one of Nigeria’s most influential financial institutions after winning the prestigious ‘Bank of the Year 2025 Nigeria’ award at The Banker Awards held in London on Wednesday.
The recognition, issued by The Banker, a publication of the Financial Times Group, positions the Bank at the forefront of innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable financial leadership across Africa.
The accolade, announced during a high-profile ceremony at the Peninsula Hotel, followed a rigorous global evaluation that reviewed over 1,000 entries from banks in more than 120 countries.
Speaking on the recognition, Roosevelt Ogbonna, managing director/CEO of Access Bank, described the award as a significant endorsement of the Bank’s long-term vision.
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“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.
“We remain committed to delivering exceptional value across all our markets while contributing meaningfully to Africa’s economic advancement,” he added
Access Bank has continued to cement its position as one of Africa’s most forward-thinking financial powerhouses.
The Bank’s strategic investments across digital transformation, trade finance, sustainable banking, and financial inclusion have significantly deepened its footprint and impact across the continent.
These deliberate efforts, anchored on strong corporate governance and a disciplined growth model, have reshaped the Bank’s operational capacity and enabled it to respond effectively to the evolving demands of customers and regulators.
The award highlights not only its achievements in the past year but also its long-term commitment to driving innovation and supporting a more connected African and global financial ecosystem.
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With operations across three continents, a network of over 700 branches and service outlets, and a customer base exceeding 60 million, Access Bank has built one of the largest retail banking footprints in Africa.
The Bank also maintains representative offices in China, Lebanon, India, and the UAE, underscoring its ambition to serve global trade corridors and strengthen cross-border financial integration with its business core segment around Corporate Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Retail Banking.
Beyond financial performance, Access Bank continues to champion sustainability as a central pillar of its operations. Through environmentally responsible banking, socially relevant initiatives, and strong governance, the Bank aligns profitability with purpose.
Its sustainability agenda aims to support customers in building better lives and accessing more opportunities, reflecting its long-standing commitment to inclusive economic growth across Nigeria and Africa.