ACCESS HOLDINGS REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO DRIVING INTER-, INTRA-AFRICAN TRADE

... As Banking Subsidiary Targets November for African Trade Conference

Access Holdings Plc, the parent company of Access Bank Plc, has announced a series of initiatives focused on empowering small businesses across Africa and enhancing intra-African trade. At a recent media roundtable, the leadership team, including Acting Group Chief Executive Officer Ms. Bolaji Agbede and Group Managing Director/CEO Roosevelt Ogbonna, highlighted the company’s strategic priorities for the upcoming years.

“Our commitment to fostering economic growth in Africa is well established,” said Agbede. “We believe that by supporting small businesses, we can create lasting economic value and drive meaningful change across the continent.”

Ogbonna outlined strategic priorities for 2023–2027, centered on infrastructure investments, retail banking, and small business empowerment. “We aim to provide an enabling environment for small businesses to access new markets on the continent,” he stated. To support this goal, Access Bank will host a trade conference in November, designed to connect small businesses and boost intra-African trade.

The bank’s commitment to infrastructure is evident with 61 new branches opened in Nigeria this year alone, despite challenging economic conditions. “This expansion showcases our dedication to enhancing retail banking and improving customer access to financial services,” Ogbonna added. Additionally, the bank is establishing fully digitalized branches, known as ‘branches of the future,’ which will leverage advanced technology to increase financial access for underserved communities.

Access Holdings is also focused on enhancing regional trade dynamics. By fostering partnerships and collaborations among small businesses, the company aims to create a robust network that supports economic development across Africa. “We are committed to building a sustainable ecosystem that empowers businesses and drives growth,” Ogbonna emphasized.

As Access Holdings continues to expand its footprint across the continent, it remains dedicated to its mission of creating lasting economic value for Africa and empowering businesses that can drive meaningful change.