Access Bank Plc has secured two major international recognitions at the 2026 Global Good Governance (3G) Awards, reinforcing its growing reputation for strong corporate governance, sustainability, and community development.
The leading Nigerian financial institution received the 3G Community Empowerment Award 2026 and the 3G Best Corporate Governance Framework Award 2026 at the prestigious global ceremony held in Singapore.
The awards, organised by Cambridge IFA under the Global Good Governance (3G) Awards platform, followed an independent research and evaluation process that assessed institutions on governance standards, transparency, accountability, sustainability, and social impact.
The 2026 edition of the awards ceremony attracted over 300 high-level participants from more than 15 countries, including global business leaders, policymakers, governance experts, and representatives from the social and philanthropic sectors.
Representing the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank, Roosevelt Ogbonna, Mr. Eyitayo Olabode received the awards on behalf of the bank during the ceremony held on April 28, 2026.
Reacting to the recognition, Ogbonna described the awards as a strong validation of the bank’s commitment to responsible leadership, transparency, and inclusive growth.
“This recognition is a validation of Access Bank’s commitment to responsible leadership, strong governance structures, and inclusive growth,” he stated.
“At Access Bank, we believe good governance is foundational to building trust, creating shared value, and driving sustainable development across our markets.”
He added that the honours reflect the dedication of the bank’s workforce and its deliberate efforts to empower communities while maintaining accountability and operational transparency.
The event also featured the Global Good Governance Summit and the unveiling of the Global Good Governance Report 2026 hosted by Dentons Rodyk, Singapore.
This year’s summit focused on the theme: “AI Governance for the Prosperity of the People and the Planet,” with discussions centred on ethics, sustainability, innovation, and responsible governance in the era of artificial intelligence.
Industry analysts say the latest recognition further strengthens Access Bank’s profile as one of Africa’s leading financial institutions actively aligning business growth with sustainable development and social responsibility.
The awards also come at a time when global financial institutions are increasingly being assessed not only on profitability, but on governance credibility, environmental responsibility, and long-term stakeholder value creation.