Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative financial institution and the pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has once again demonstrated its industry dominance by emerging as the Overall Winner at the Nigeria Bankers Game (NBG) 2025. This victory marks the bank’s fourth consecutive championship, solidifying its legacy as the most successful institution in the history of the competition.
The 2025 edition of the NBG Grand Finale ended on a historic note for Wema Bank as the team secured 9 gold medals across highly competitive events. The bank excelled in Table Tennis (Female Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles), Volleyball, Scrabble, Video Games, 100m Female, 200m Female, and the 4x100m Female Relay—showcasing depth, versatility, and exceptional athletic talent.
A major highlight of this year’s tournament was the recognition of Oluwaseun Adewunmi, a standout Wema Bank athlete, who earned the prestigious title of NBG 2025 Overall Outstanding Athlete. Her brilliant performance across multiple categories further underscored the bank’s commitment to excellence and talent development.
Speaking on the historic win, Moruf Oseni, Managing Director and CEO of Wema Bank, expressed immense pride in the team’s achievement.
“Wema Bank Plc has once again won the Nigerian Bankers Games title for the fourth consecutive year. This remarkable feat sets a new benchmark in the Nigerian banking industry. As we commemorate 80 years of impact and service, this victory carries even deeper meaning for us as an institution.
We owe this incredible success to every staff who wore our colours and competed with passion, focus, and grit. Your dedication and stellar performance showcased the absolute best of our institution. This victory is more than a trophy—it reflects our corporate DNA and the spirit of excellence that defines us.”
Oluwaseun Adewunmi, while reacting to her award, described the honour as a shared achievement:
“I am deeply honored to receive this award. Competing in multiple events and representing Wema Bank has been fulfilling. This is a shared victory that belongs to my teammates and to everyone who supported us. I am grateful to Wema Bank for providing the platform and encouragement that enabled us to excel.”
With this fourth consecutive win, Wema Bank has not only reaffirmed its sporting dominance but also highlighted its commitment to employee development, teamwork, resilience, and innovation. The bank continues to stand out as a trailblazer in Nigeria’s banking industry, inspiring excellence both on and off the field.
Wema Bank remains dedicated to promoting a culture of high performance, collaboration, and progress as it leads the future of digital and traditional banking in Nigeria.