With its induction as a premium member of the esteemed Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Polaris Bank has achieved yet another significant milestone in its mission to foster profitable trade between Nigerian businesses and global commercial partnerships with businesses in the United Kingdom.
The recent induction ceremony held in Lagos alongside a few other businesses has increased the number of members in the Chamber, which now numbers in the thousands. These members operate in a wide range of sectors, including banking, consulting, education, energy, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, trading, health, and manufacturing.
Speaking at the induction, Polaris Bank’s Managing Director and CEO, Kayode Lawal, thanked the Chamber for the honour and emphasised the bank’s dedication to: “leveraging this platform to drive sustainable economic development and deeper engagement with stakeholders.”
“Distinguished guests, members of the Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce, and esteemed colleagues, it is truly an honor to accept this induction on behalf of Polaris Bank. Being part of this esteemed Chamber is a significant milestone for us, as it aligns with our vision to build stronger partnerships and contribute meaningfully to the growth of trade and investment between businesses in Nigeria and the UK,” Lawal added.
He went on to say that Polaris Bank is dedicated to using its participation in the NBCC to share creative ideas and establish long-lasting, mutually beneficial connections that support the expansion of businesses in Nigeria and abroad.
Continuing, he reaffirmed, stating: “We are available for business and ready to work with stakeholders to ensure impactful and a win-win collaboration.”
BrandSpur banking and finance news, reports that the entry of Polaris Bank signifies the bank’s strategic focus on supporting these bilateral activities. The Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce remains a vital entity in advancing trade and investment between Nigeria and the UK.
In Business Day’s Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, Polaris Bank was declared Nigeria’s Digital Bank of the Year in 2023, 2022, and 2021, as well as the MSME Bank of the Year in 2022 and 2023.
