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  • Keystone Bank rewards 200 customers in ongoing verve card promo

    Keystone Bank rewards 200 customers in ongoing verve card promo

    Keystone Bank Limited has rewarded some of its loyal customers in its ongoing ‘Keystone Verve Card Promo’, an exciting campaign aimed at rewarding customers for their everyday transactions.

    For the February and March editions, a total of 200 lucky customers emerged as winners in a transparently conducted draw held at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

    Each winner will receive a cash reward of ₦10,000, which will be credited directly to their accounts.

    Group Head of Retail and Digital Banking, Olayemi Sule, noted that the initiative is part of the bank’s broader strategy to promote financial inclusion and a cashless economy.

    “Keystone Bank remains dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and reward loyalty. 

    “The Verve Card Promo is one of the many ways the bank continues to show appreciation to its customers for choosing Keystone for their everyday banking needs.”

    She emphasised that the campaign aligns with the bank’s digital transformation agenda.

    According to her: “We understand that the future of banking is digital. Our goal is to continuously engage customers through platforms that are convenient, secure, and rewarding. This promo not only encourages the use of digital payments but also instills trust in our system.

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    “To qualify for the raffle draw, all our customers need is to frequently use their Verve debit cards across Point-of-Sale (POS) and online payment channels. It’s that simple, we want to reward our customers just for doing what they already do every day.

    “This campaign is not just about rewards. It’s about building a culture of seamless banking, where every transaction counts toward something greater.”

    To ensure transparency and regulatory compliance, representatives from the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) were present including Mrs. Margaret Aboluwade, Zonal Coordinator (Southwest Zone), and Ogundeji Abosede.

    Also present at the draw were Izore Lami Bamawo, Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications; Ayodeji Akinso, Departmental Head, Regulatory Compliance; along with other bank staff.

    The campaign will run until November 2025, offering more customers the opportunity to win monthly.

  • Keystone Bank honoured for excellence in customer service experience

    Keystone Bank honoured for excellence in customer service experience

    Keystone Bank Limited has been recognised for its outstanding contributions to service excellence, emerging as the Best in Customer Experience at the 14th Edition of the West Africa Innovation Awards held in Lagos.

    The prestigious annual awards ceremony celebrates brands and professionals that exemplify excellence, creativity, and innovation across various sectors in West Africa, with a special focus on organizations that are pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks.

    According to the organisers, Keystone Bank was recognised for its unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge financial solutions and world class customer service in the banking sector.

    “The bank’s continuous investment in digital transformation, customer feedback and staff training, has significantly enhanced its service delivery and customer satisfaction,” it said.

    Speaking at the ceremony, Group Head, Service Management, Keystone Bank, Mr. Bukola Fodeke, who received the award on behalf of the bank, noted. 

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    “At Keystone Bank, we are driven by a relentless passion to place our customers at the heart of everything we do. This award is not just an accolade, it is a reminder that when innovation meets service excellence, the result is a truly differentiated customer experience. We dedicate this recognition to our customers and the teams who work tirelessly to serve them better every day.

    “As we move forward, we remain committed to not only sustaining these high standards but also continuously evolving to meet the dynamic needs of our customers.

    “We will continue to strengthen and grow our customer base by deepening relationships, expanding access to inclusive banking solutions, and embracing forward-thinking technologies that empower and delight our customers at every touchpoint.

    “Our focus is clear, to be the bank of choice for individuals and businesses seeking reliability, innovation, and exceptional service,” he added. 

    Keystone Bank’s recognition further reinforces its position as a trailblazer in customer-centric banking and underscores its leadership role in shaping the future of financial services in West Africa.

  • Keystone Bank mulls support for FG’s youth economic programme

    Keystone Bank mulls support for FG’s youth economic programme

    The Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP) has received a major boost from the management of Keystone Bank.

    This was disclosed at a solidarity dinner organised by Keystone Bank, in honour of the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, and Coordinator-General of YEIDEP, Comrade Kennedy Iyere, for their exploits in YEIDEP, held on Thursday in Lagos State.

    Speaking, Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, commended President Bola Tinubu’s YEIDEP initiative, while also expressing appreciation to the Management of Keystone Bank, led by Hassan Imam, for supporting the federal government, YEIDEP, and Nigerian youths.

    He also commended the Coordinator of YEIDEP, Comrade Iyere, for his affection towards the youths and patriotism.

    Olawande stressed the importance of empowering young people with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

    He noted the ministry’s commitment to collaboration in various forms to support Nigerian youths, ensuring that they are guided, protected, and empowered for the future.

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    He said, “I also commend Keystone Bank’s Executive Director, Corporate Banking and South, Mrs Nnenna Anyim-Okoro, who is an exemplary woman with a heart for Nigerian youths.”

    On his part, Iyere noted the importance of engaging the youths in profitable activities, noting that such would ensure that crime is abated in the country, thereby fostering economic growth and prosperity.

    Iyere also commended Keystone Bank, saying their efforts and commitment towards economic growth are vital to shaping the country’s future.

    Also speaking, Anyim-Okoro acknowledged the visionary leadership of President Bola Tinubu for initiating YEIDEP.

    She added that to reinforce its commitment to YEIDEP, Keystone Bank has established a high-level committee to drive the programme within the bank.

    “Additionally, the bank launched a digital platform where YEIDEP accounts can be opened and managed digitally.

    “As a key financial partner of the YEIDEP initiative, Keystone Bank remains dedicated to long-term collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development aimed at implementing the core objectives of YEIDEP and enhancing youth empowerment and financial inclusion.”

    Other key officials of Keystone Bank who attended the solidarity dinner included Olayemi Sule, Group Head, Retail and Digital Banking; Obinna Uwadoka, Head General Commerce, CBD; Chinyelu Ogufere, Group Head, Emerging Sectors and Industries; and John Enukorah, Group Head, Private Banking.

  • YEIDEP: Keystone Bank lauds FG, Minister for empowering youths

    YEIDEP: Keystone Bank lauds FG, Minister for empowering youths

    Keystone Bank Limited has lauded the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for its undying support towards youth development in Nigeria.

    The bank expressed appreciation at a solidarity dinner in honour of Comrade Ayodele Olawande, Minister for Youth Development, and Comrade Kennedy Iyere, the Coordinator-General of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Program (YEIDEP) on Thursday in Lagos.

    A statement by the bank said the event was organized to recognize the minister and the YEIDEP coordinator for their unwavering commitment to empowering Nigerian youths by fostering job creation, financial independence, and economic productivity.

    Executive Director of Keystone Bank, Nnenna Anyim-Okoro, acknowledged the visionary leadership of President Bola Tinubu for initiating YEIDEP.

    She lauded the appointment of Iyere as youth minister, stressing the minister understands the realities and challenges faced by the Nigerian youths.”

    “We want to appreciate the federal government and the Minister of Youth Development for their continued commitment to addressing the needs and concerns of the youth, ensuring that their challenges are tackled effectively.

    “At Keystone Bank, we recognise that financial inclusion is a critical pillar to the journey of youth empowerment and productivity; hence, this strategic collaboration.

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    “We believe that access to financial services is not just a privilege but a fundamental right that fosters entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and economic stability. This belief underscores our partnership with the Ministry of Youth Development to support the YEIDEP initiative,” she stated.

    “To reinforce its commitment to YEIDEP, Keystone Bank has established a high-level committee, to drive the program within the bank.

    “Additionally, the bank launched a digital platform where YEIDEP accounts can be opened and managed digitally.

    “Beyond the YEIDEP initiative, Keystone Bank remains dedicated to long-term collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Development on future projects aimed at enhancing financial inclusion and youth empowerment. The bank continues to develop and deploy financial products tailored to underserved communities in the retail and MSME sectors.

    “Keystone Bank stands ready to deepen our collaboration with your ministry, leveraging our expertise and resources to drive more financial inclusion and empowerment programs. By working together, we can unlock the immense potential of our youths, creating a future filled with possibilities and elevating our productive population to the next level.”

    The Minister of Youth Development emphasised the importance of empowering young people with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

    He highlighted the ministry’s commitment to collaboration in various forms to support Nigerian youths, ensuring that they are guided, protected, and empowered for the future.

    He also expressed appreciation to Keystone Bank for the partnership and reaffirmed the ministry’s readiness to work closely with the bank in advancing youth empowerment initiatives.

  • N25.3b debt: Keystone Bank takes over Bacita Sugar Company, appoints receiver

    N25.3b debt: Keystone Bank takes over Bacita Sugar Company, appoints receiver

    Keystone Bank has taken over Bacita Sugar Company (known as Josepdam Sugar Company) over failure to settle a N25,358,203,258.09 debt. It appointed Mr. Yunus Abdulsalam (SAN) as the Receiver/Manager of the firm with immediate effect.

    The development followed an order of the Federal High Court, Ilorin which mandated the bank to recover its debt from KIA Africa Group of Africa, which has acquired Josepdam Sugar Company.

    The court has also frozen 21 accounts belonging to the KIA Group.

    Ruling on an ex-parte motion, the Presiding Judge, Justice A. O. Awogboro, asked Keystone Bank to take over the management of all assets belonging to the firm.

    The judge ruled

    •      It is hereby declared that in the Notice and Deed of appointment dated 30th December, 2024, the 2nd Applicant is the duly appointed Receiver/Manager over the assets of the Respondent secured as a fixed and floating charges for the loan facility granted by the 1st Applicant.

    •      An order of this Honourable Court is hereby made directing the 2nd Applicant, in his role as the appointed Receiver/Manager under the duly executed Debenture Deed,

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    •      He is to take possession, control and management of all assets of the Respondent secured as fixed and floating charges for the loan facility granted by the 15t Applicant.

    •      An order of this Honourable Court is hereby granted restraining the Respondent herein whether acting by themselves or through their officers, servants, agents, privies, legal representatives or such other persons claiming through or acting on their behalf whosoever and howsoever described from challenging, interfering with or otherwise obstructing or frustrating the 2nd Applicant as the Receiver/Manager appointed by the 1st Applicant over all the assets of the respondents lying in any part of Nigeria, including the Respondent’s assets lying and situate at Josepdam Sugar Factory, Bacita Layout, Kwara State.

    •      An order of this Honourable Court is hereby made directing the Inspector-General of Police (IG), Assistant Inspectors-General (AIGs) , all Commissioners of Police (CPs) in any judicial divisions of this court, including the Commissioner of Police in charge of Kwara State, his deputy and all other police officers under them and all the Sheriffs of this court in any of the judicial divisions of this court to assist the 2nd Applicant as the Receiver/Manager in the enforcement of the Orders of this Honourable Court pursuant to the application.

    •      An order of this Honourable Court is further granted directing (i) First Bank of Nigeria Limited, (ii) Access Bank Plc., (iii) Citibank Nigeria Ltd., (iv) Ecobank Nigeria Pic. (v) Fidelity Bank Ple. (vi) First City Monument Bank Plc. (vii) Guaranty Trust Bank Plc. (viii) Polaris Bank Ltd. (ix) Providus Bank (x) Stanbic IBTC Bank Pic (xi) Standard Chartered Bank Ltd. (xii) Sterling Bank Pic (xiii) Union Bank of Nigeria Plc (xiv) United Bank of Africa Plc (xv) Unity Bank Plc (xvi) Wema Bank Plc (xvii) Zenith Bank Plc (xviil) Globus Bank Ltd. (xix) Heritage Banking Company Ltd. (xx) Suntrust Bank Nigeria Ltd. (xxi) Titan Trust Bank Ltd., to freeze all accounts belonging to the respondent and that of its alter-ego Kenneth Irihiogbe, to depose to verifying affidavit confirming the compliance to the Order of this Honourable Court pending the complete takeover of possession and control of the Respondent’s assets by the 2nd Applicant.”

    When contacted at the scene of the enforcement, the bank representative said: “Keystone Bank has effectively taken over the Josepdam Sugar Company (formerly Bacita Sugar Company) in Bacita, Kwara State, following KIA Africa Group of Africa’s failure to settle a staggering N25,358,203,258.09 debt owed to the financial institution.”

    “The takeover became imperative with a view to managing or outright disposing the factory with a view to using the proceeds or part thereof to defray the huge debt.

    “The Federal High Court in Ilorin has ordered the Nigeria Police Force to give effect to bank’s take over  in a legal ramifications.”

    KIA Africa had successfully acquired Josepdam Sugar Company from the Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) and had earlier sought and obtained Credit backing from Keystone Bank.

    The bank availed KIA Africa Group series of loan facilities for the sole purpose of acquisition of the sugar factory on a mutually revised agreed 24-month repayment plan.

    In an attempt to secure full ownership of the firm, , KIA Africa sought a Bank Guarantee from Keystone Bank amounting to ₦8,323,649,250.00 – representing 75% of the balance purchase consideration payable to AMCON.

    The bank granted this facility on the condition that KIA Africa would deposit the company’s title documents with Keystone Bank upon receiving them from AMCON, alongside a personal guarantee from its Managing Director, Kenneth Irhiogbe.

    However, KIA Africa failed to fulfil this obligation, further compounding its financial liabilities.

    After exhausting all entreaties for the loan repayment and with the total debt ballooning to ₦25.3 billion, the bank exercised its rights under the Debenture Deed by appointing Abdulsalam to take control of all assets belonging to KIA Africa Group, including the sugar company.

    The new management of the bank, led by its CEO Mr. Hassan Imam, has but aggresively embarked on strategic debt recovery drive against recalcitrant obligors.

    “KIA Africa Group in 2021 announced its purchase of the Sugar Company and pledged to hit ground running.

    The Company said: “With the 30,000 hectares of land, inclusive of 5,600 hectares of developed farmland for sugarcane production, installed milling capacity of 40,000 tons for refined sugar, an ethanol production plant, a new mill and power equipment that are on ground awaiting installation, a pool of skilled and experienced labour waiting to be hired back into action, and support government policy for sugar sufficiency and backward integration, the Bacita Sugar Company is poised to roar back to life as a major player in the industry. The Kia Africa Group will make this happen.”

  • Keystone Bank hands over renovated school to Kaduna

    Keystone Bank hands over renovated school to Kaduna

    The project, executed under the Keystone Bank Educational Support Initiative, aims to create a conducive learning environment for young learners, in line with the bank’s commitment to fostering sustainable development through education.

    The bank emphasised that the education sector is crucial in driving socio-economic development. 

    Managing Director/CEO of Keystone Bank, Hassan Imam, emphasized the bank’s unwavering support for education as a critical driver of national growth. 

    According to him: “At Keystone Bank, we recognize that education is the foundation of a prosperous society. By investing in the renovation of schools like Sarki Sambo L.G.E.A Primary School, we are not only enhancing learning conditions for children but also contributing to the overall development of our nation. This initiative reflects our deep commitment to creating a brighter future through quality education.

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    “With this milestone, Keystone Bank continues to demonstrate its role as a socially responsible financial institution, actively contributing to the advancement of Nigeria’s education system,” Mr. Imam said.

    Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, lauded the bank for its impactful contribution to education in the region. 

    “Education is the key to progress, and this investment by Keystone Bank will go a long way in shaping the future of our children. We appreciate this noble gesture and encourage more institutions to follow this example in supporting the education sector,” he said.

    The Keystone Bank Educational Support Initiative is part of the bank’s broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda, which focuses on sustainable interventions in education, healthcare, and community development.

  • CBN to continue managing Keystone Bank after court-ordered ownership transfer 

    CBN to continue managing Keystone Bank after court-ordered ownership transfer 

    The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed that it will maintain control over Keystone Bank Limited following a recent court order transferring the bank’s shares from private shareholders to the federal government. 

    In a statement issued on Friday, Hakama Sidi Ali, Acting Director of Corporate Communications at the CBN, assured customers that the bank remains stable despite concerns arising from the court ruling. 

    “Keystone Bank is safe, sound, and fully operational,” the CBN stated, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring the bank’s stability and seamless operations.

    The apex bank reassured the public: “The stability of the banking system and the safety of depositors’ funds remain our top priorities.” The CBN further stated that customers have no reason to worry about their funds at Keystone Bank.

    Hakama Sidi Ali clarified that the court ruling mainly confirmed the CBN’s earlier decision to take over the bank’s management in January 2024 after a leadership change.

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    The CBN she disclosed has since been closely monitoring Keystone Bank to ensure that it complies with all necessary regulatory standards and maintains operational transparency while prioritizing the interests of depositors.

    She stressed the CBN’s commitment to protecting the financial system and enhancing public trust. Ali affirmed that they would continue to oversee the Keystone Bank’s performance and take all necessary actions to safeguard the interests of depositors, employees, and other stakeholders.

    Customers of Keystone Bank are encouraged to reach out to the bank’s customer support services or visit any Keystone Bank branch for any questions or concerns they may have.

    The CBN said it aims to ensure that all customers feel secure and informed during this transition period.

  • Court orders forfeiture of 6.3b Keystone Bank shares to Fed Govt

    Court orders forfeiture of 6.3b Keystone Bank shares to Fed Govt

    Justice Rahman Oshodi of an Ikeja Special Offences Court yesterday ordered the forfeiture of 6.3 billion units of ordinary shares of Keystone Bank Limited, valued at N1.00 each, to the Federal Government.

    Justice Oshodi issued the order after Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited, represented by its Chairman, Umaru Hamidu Modibbo, pleaded guilty to fraudulent conversion of N20 billion belonging to the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON).

    Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited was arraigned alongside a former Managing Director of AMCON, Ahmed Kuru, who entered a plea bargain agreement with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the alleged N76bn, $31.5m fraud charge brought against him and other defendants by the EFCC.

    Kuru who is the first defendant in the case, has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

    In effect, the Federal Government has secured full ownership of Keystone Bank, the bank stated on X.

    The EFCC had filed a six-count amended charge against the defendants claiming that AMCON funds were diverted through Heritage Bank for the benefit of Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited to facilitate the acquisition of Keystone Bank.

    The anti-graft agency also accused the defendants, along with a former Managing Director of the defunct Heritage Bank, Ifiesimama Sekibo, (currently at large), of dishonestly converting a total sum of N20 billion of AMCON’s property through Heritage Bank for Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited.

    They were also accused of transferring another N20 billion, with the intent to conceal its source, in violation of Section 332(1) of the Criminal Law of Lagos 2011, which is punishable under Section 332(3) of the same law.

    EFCC prosecuting counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), informed the judge that the commission and Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited had agreed to resolve the matter amicably and in accordance with legal principles, justice, and public policy.

    Oyedepo stated that the terms of the plea bargain agreement included Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited pleading guilty to all six court charges and being wound up by the court.

    He further noted that the court would order the forfeiture of all rights, titles, and interests in 6,250,000,000 units of Keystone Bank Limited’s ordinary shares to the Federal Government of Nigeria, represented by the EFCC.

    The court would in addition order the forfeiture of one unit of ordinary shares allocated to Alhaji Umaru Hamidu Modibbo, the company’s current chairman.

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    Oyedepo said: “The complainant agrees not to pursue criminal charges now or in the future against Alhaji Umaru Hamidu Modibbo.”

    Both the convict and its legal representative, David Idemu, confirmed that the plea bargain agreement was entered into voluntarily and without coercion.

    Kuru’s lawyer, Olasupo Shasore (SAN), did not oppose the agreement.

    Justice Oshodi consequently convicted Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited and adopted the terms of the plea bargain agreement.

    The trial judge also granted Kuru bail in the sum of N50 million with two sureties in line sum.

    The sureties were ordered to swear to an affidavit of means before the court and must also provide evidence of tax payment for the last three years.

    The court ordered the EFCC to notify the Nigerian Immigration Service regarding the seizure of Kuru’s passport by the court registrar.

    Justice Rahman temporarily released Kuru to his lawyer until his bail conditions were perfected.

    He adjourned to March 7 for the commencement of trial.

    A statement by the bank reads: “Keystone Bank Limited wishes to clarify the media report of a judgement by the Lagos State Special Offences Court, sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, regarding the status of the former shareholders of the bank: Sigma Golf Nigeria Limited and Alhaji Umaru H. Modibbo.

    “Recall that on January 10, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced the dissolution of the previous Board and Management of the Bank for corporate governance breaches.

    “The CBN followed this action with the appointment of a new Board and Management for the Bank.

     “Subsequently the Federal Government through the EFCC filed a court action at the Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, against the former owners challenging the acquisition of the bank.

    “At the sitting of the court today, February 11, 2025, the court ordered the forfeiture of the shares of the Bank previously held by the shareholders in favour of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

    “The implication of this judgment is that Keystone Bank Limited is now fully owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria.”

    The bank explained that the development market significant milestone of its journey reinforcing stability and paving the way for a seamless recapitalisation process.

    “With this clarity, we are well positioned for sustained growth, stronger partnership and enhanced profitability. Keystone Bank continues to strengthen its balance sheet while delivering exceptional value to its teaming stakeholders.”

  • Keystone Bank rewards customers in ‘Welcome Back Campaign Promo

    Keystone Bank rewards customers in ‘Welcome Back Campaign Promo

    Keystone Bank has rewarded its loyal customers through its “Welcome Back Campaign Promo,” an initiative designed to re-engage dormant and inactive account holders. 

    The draw, which took place on the 20th of November 2024, marked the conclusion of a campaign that ran from April to September 2024, aimed at encouraging customers to reactivate their accounts and experience seamless banking services.

    According to the bank, customers who reactivated their accounts by depositing a minimum of ₦5,000, transacting at least five times, and acquired a debit card won exciting cash rewards.

     At the draw event, 30 winners emerged from a pool of reactivated accounts, with the first 10 customers receiving ₦100,000 each and the remaining 20 customers receiving ₦50,000 each as a token of appreciation for their renewed loyalty.

    The transparent draw was witnessed and supervised by representatives of several regulatory organisations, including Zonal Director, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Mrs. Margaret Aboluwade; Monitoring and Enforcement Officer, National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), Mr. Niyi Adeleke and Director, Lagos Zonal Office, National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) Mrs. Ugoji Oghenero.

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    Speaking at the ceremony, Olayemi Sule, Group Head of Retail and Digital Banking at Keystone Bank, expressed the bank’s commitment to creating value for its customers. “At Keystone Bank, we are not just about providing financial services; we aim to forge lasting relationships by rewarding our customers for their loyalty and trust. 

    “The Welcome Back Campaign is a testament to our customer-centric approach, and we are delighted to celebrate the winners today,” she noted.

    In her comments, Izore Lami Bamawo, Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, Keystone Bank, added that the initiative is the bank’s way of rewarding and recognising its loyal customers who have decided to renew their commitment with them.

    “We launched the Welcome Back Campaign Promo with the goal of rewarding our customers for their renewed loyalty to Keystone Bank, our products, and offerings.

    “This is the first phase of this scheme. We will continue to reward our customers for their patronage. They are the reason why we are in business, and we are poised to continue to serve them with excellent customer experience’’.

    Representatives of the regulatory agencies who monitored the draw commended the bank for the initiative and transparency of the process.

    Keystone Bank is a technology and service-driven commercial bank offering tailor-made convenient and reliable solutions to every customer’s needs.

  • Keystone Bank, Abia train over 1,000 girls on menstrual hygiene, give sanitary kits

    Keystone Bank, Abia train over 1,000 girls on menstrual hygiene, give sanitary kits

    In celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, Keystone Bank Limited, in partnership with the Abia State Government, last week empowered over 1,130 underprivileged girls across 17 local government areas on menstrual hygiene and financial literacy.

    The initiative, according to Keystone Bank, is part of its Corporate Social Responsibility “Let’s Talk Period” project to further provide an enabling environment by improving the well-being, health, lifestyle, and studies of young girls in the communities wherein it operates.

    The 2024 International Day of the Girl Child celebration is themed ‘Girls’ Vision for the Future,’ and conveys both the urgency of action and the hope driven by the power of girls’ voices and their vision for a better tomorrow.

    As part of the initiative, 3,800 sanitary pads were distributed to young girls, promoting menstrual hygiene awareness and supporting their well-being.

    The event was attended by notable dignitaries, including Mrs. Priscilla Otti, wife of Abia Governor; Mrs. Adaeze Emetu, wife of the Deputy Governor; Dr. Mrs. Maureen Ijeoma Agbukwa, Commissioner for Women Affairs; Mrs. Blessing Ngozi Felix, Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection; Mrs. Ogechi Oguama, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Women Affairs; Mrs. Chinwe Kanu Ubah, Special Adviser to the Governor on Women Mobilization; and Mr. Kene Nwosu, Special Adviser to the Governor on Education.

    Otti emphasised the importance of period hygiene and urged the girls to embrace the strength and potential they possess. She encouraged them to look toward a bright future, filled with opportunities for growth and success.

    In her remarks, Dr. Eucharia Ken-Agbiriogu, Directorate Head, South, Keystone Bank, took the girls on financial literacy, equipping them with essential knowledge for their financial future. She also shared motivational words inspiring the young girls to recognize their potential and strive for greatness.

    According to her: “The “Let’s Talk Period” project reflects Keystone Bank’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its dedication to supporting women’s empowerment and education, especially in underserved communities.

    “We are proud to partner with the Abia State Government on such an impactful initiative.

    “At Keystone Bank, we believe in the power of the girl child and are committed to empowering them with the resources and knowledge they need to succeed. Today’s project is part of our lifelong journey of empowerment and education for these girls.”

    Keystone Bank is a technology and service-driven commercial bank offering convenient and reliable solutions to its customers.