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Family, friends, and colleagues gathered to celebrate the 60th posthumous birthday of the late Access Bank CEO, Herbert Wigwe, commemorating his significant legacy in banking and education.
Kano State Fire Service responded to two separate fire outbreaks in Kano, one at an Access Bank branch and another at a residential building.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has partnered with Points Africa, a mobile-first rewards platform, to enhance and expand the benefits offered to customers through its Rewards by Access loyalty programme.
Access Bank Plc has introduced a new artificial intelligence-powered application, the Access SME App, designed to assist Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in managing their daily business operations.
Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has advised youth-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to embrace Artificial Intelligence as a catalyst for innovation and sustainable growth, warning against the risks of failing to adapt.
Access Bank Ghana has completed the sale of a 7.44% stake, totaling 12,085,318 ordinary shares, to a diverse group of investors on the Ghana Stock Exchange, aiming to deepen local ownership.
Access Bank Ghana and Birmingham City University have partnered to promote sustainable business development, concluding a workshop aimed at equipping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with green financing and sustainability knowledge.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has announced a strategic shift towards disciplined earnings growth, improved operational efficiency, and stronger risk-adjusted returns, following a period of significant balance sheet expansion.
Bank Pekao experienced a system failure, causing its PeoPay application to be non-functional for a period. The outage affected users attempting to access banking services through the app.
Anthropic is significantly expanding access to its ultra-powerful 'Mythos' AI model, making it available to approximately 200 organizations in over 15 countries, including India, Japan, and EU governments. This expansion quadruples the number of partners in its Project Glasswing initiative.
Access Bank has successfully expanded its loan book despite operating in challenging and tight market conditions.
Bayelsa Governor Diri revealed that the tragic death of Access Bank CEO Herbert Wigwe nearly halted the state's gas-powered electricity project.
Access Bank Ghana has contributed GH¢50,000 in cash towards the construction of the Ashanti Regional Press Centre Project, spearheaded by the Ghana Journalists Association.
Bad loans associated with Nestoil have reportedly led to the suspension of dividend payments for major Nigerian banks, including UBA, First Bank, and Access Bank. This situation is threatening the stability of the country's banking sector.
Access Bank Ghana has introduced 'Access U', a new banking platform designed to provide tailored financial services to young people and creatives, supporting their lifestyles and ambitions.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc hosted a successful StandOut Executive Women Leaders Breakfast in Accra, reaffirming its commitment to gender inclusion and executive development. The event saw a strong turnout of women leaders.
A proposed anti-money laundering law in Estonia would empower the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) to access bank secrecy data, including account statements, while prohibiting banks from notifying clients of such inquiries.
Some users of DBS banking services have reported being unable to access the banking app and payment services, indicating a technical disruption.
In Ghana’s traditionally male-dominated banking industry, Ms. Pearl Nkrumah stands at the helm of Access Bank (Ghana) Plc as Managing Director, bringing over 25 years of experience to one of the country’s most competitive financial institutions.
Access Bank Botswana has announced its strategic focus on supporting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
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Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has been recognised and authorised by the Carbon Market Office (CMO) to operate as a carbon credit broker in Ghana.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has partnered with Mantrac Ghana, a Caterpillar equipment dealer, to provide financing for construction and mining companies in Ghana.
Access Bank Plc has dismissed false rumors of its shutdown, assuring customers of its financial strength and uninterrupted operations. The bank urged the public to disregard misleading information.
Nigerian President Tinubu emphasized the role of universities in solving the country's insecurity and food crisis, amidst reports of foreign terrorist arrests and economic challenges. These issues are highlighted alongside concerns about the country's values and the performance of its institutions.
Nigerian banks have experienced a significant 12-fold surge in profits since the 2005 recapitalisation initiated by former CBN Governor Charles Soludo, with major banks like Zenith, GTB, and Access Bank showing substantial growth.
The Montenegrin government has adopted a draft law to amend the Law on Prevention of Corruption, significantly expanding the powers of the Agency for Prevention of Corruption (ASK) to access bank accounts and investigate asset origins of public officials.
A report details how French tax authorities can access bank account information without the account holder's knowledge, a practice currently facing legal challenges.
A remote town now lacks a local bank branch, forcing residents to travel an hour to access banking services. This closure has left the community without convenient financial access.
A significant reform proposed by the Finnish government would grant Kela, the Social Insurance Institution, the right to electronically access bank and account information, a move strongly opposed by banks.
The article discusses the new capability of ChatGPT to access bank accounts and evaluates whether the convenience offered by this feature is worth the associated risks.
The Estonian government has approved legislative amendments that will once again grant the Tax and Customs Board and the Money Laundering Data Bureau (FIU) authority to access bank account data through the enforcement register to combat financial crimes.
Access Bank Ghana, in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), has allocated approximately GH¢1 billion for 2025 to support cocoa-licensed buying companies and value chain actors in Ghana.
Nigeria's Access Bank is set to sell off its foreign units in compliance with an order from the central bank. This move will restructure the bank's international operations as directed by the regulatory authority.
Access Holdings announced a record N743 billion annual profit, with Access Bank Nigeria and The Access Bank UK being the primary contributors to the bottom line.
Access Bank is leveraging Fintech partnerships to innovate and redefine value in Ghana's financial services sector, moving beyond traditional banking models.
Access Bank has lauded the Ogun State government for fostering a business-friendly environment and supporting the Gateway International Airport project in Nigeria.
The Lagos State government has sealed an Access Bank branch following reports of environmental violations, specifically the discharge of untreated waste.
An International Criminal Court judge has stated that sanctions imposed by the Trump administration have left her unable to access bank cards and Google accounts, hindering her judicial duties.
An Estonian administrative court ruled that current legislation does not provide grounds for the state to access bank account data without sufficient cause, though the Financial Intelligence Unit plans to appeal.
In fulfilment of its commitment to ending period poverty, Access Bank Ghana, in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President, has donated 500 boxes of sanitary pads to the New Horizon Special School. This donation forms part of the pledge the Bank made during a courtesy call by the Group Deputy Managing Director […]
Access Bank Cameroon has introduced 'Access Invest,' a new digital platform designed to facilitate the buying and selling of government securities across the six-member Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC).
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have signed an MoU to enhance their collaboration under the Partnership to End Obstetric Fistula in Ghana, launching a new Fistula Trust Fund.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc participated in a high-level executive study tour in Malaysia focusing on non-interest banking, capital markets, and Takaful (Islamic insurance) to enhance its expertise in ethical and non-interest finance.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc was honored with two prestigious awards at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, being named Best Bank for Consumer Lending and Best Bank for SMEs.
The CEO of Access Bank asserts that African financial institutions are capable of competing globally, citing recent record Euromoney Awards as evidence of their growing international recognition.
Maryam Dauda’s transformation began when she enrolled at the Access Bank Fifth Chukker School, an educational institution established through the long-standing partnership between Access Bank, Fifth…
Access Bank has introduced AutoFest, an initiative offering up to 90% vehicle financing with flexible terms and a streamlined digital application process to make car ownership more accessible.
Pakistan's National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance rejected the Federal Board of Revenue's (FBR) proposal to access bank account data, despite an official's strong assertion about the severity of concealing taxable income.
Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has announced the appointment of two accomplished banking executives to its senior leadership team. These appointments follow regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana, strengthening the bank's leadership.
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc, in collaboration with Deloitte Ghana, has hosted a Women Business Workshop to equip female entrepreneurs with essential financial tools and strategic insights for sustainable business growth.
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Access Bank's 'B' rating, stating that the bank possesses sufficient foreign currency liquidity to meet its upcoming $1 billion debt obligations.
Access Bank (Ghana) PLC's Managing Director, Pearl Nkrumah, has reiterated the bank's dedication to fostering economic growth in Ghana's Ashanti Region, recognizing its vital role in the national economy.
Access Bank has launched a new branch in Kicukiro, Rwanda, aiming to expand financial opportunities and support local businesses in the area.
The Deputy Managing Director of Access Bank is set to retire, having played a crucial role in expanding the bank's retail footprint and strengthening its proposition to small and medium-sized businesses.
Access Bank (Ghana) PLC emphasized the critical need for patient capital to drive sustainable growth for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Africa during GEXIM's 10th Anniversary event.
The Lagos State Government has sealed an Access Bank branch in Victoria Island, citing allegations of environmental pollution and the discharge of raw waste.
Access Bank and King’s Trust International have partnered to launch an initiative aimed at driving youth empowerment across Africa, focusing on providing skills, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities.
By Cynthia Alo The Group Managing Director of Access Bank Plc, Mr.Roosevelt Ogbonna, has called on African policymakers, financiers and businesses to deepen collaboration in order to accelerate intra-African trade and unlock the continent’s economic potentials. Ogbonna made the call yesterday while welcoming participants to the Africa Trade Conference (ATC) 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, […] The post Africa must deepen intra-continental trade to unlock prosperity — Access Bank GMD appeared ...
The National Credit Guarantee Fund for Small and Medium Enterprises has launched a new guarantee product, INSTANT IMM, allowing Romanian entrepreneurs to obtain bank loans of up to 300,000 lei.
The Czech Ministry of Interior, under the Babiš government, is proposing a new law that would allow police to access bank accounts without a court order, a significant change to banking secrecy rules.