Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd (GTBank), part of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO), has been named the Best Bank for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Nigeria at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence on Friday, September 20.
This award shows how much GTCO cares about not just providing great banking services but also making a positive difference in people’s lives.
Euromoney highlighted the bank’s amazing CSR projects, which focus on education, health, community development, and helping people access financial services. GTBank hosts fun events like the GTCO Food and Drink Festival and the GTCO Fashion Weekend.
These events give both new and established entrepreneurs a chance to show off their talents and connect with others.
One special initiative is the Annual GTCO Autism Programme, which supports individuals with autism and developmental disabilities through the Orange Ribbon Initiative.
Segun Agbaje, the Group CEO of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, shared his thoughts on the award: “As a Proudly African institution, we recognize that our success is inextricably linked to the well-being of the society in which we operate. Our commitment to corporate social responsibility is deeply rooted in our belief that businesses must act as a force for good, driving sustainable progress and fostering inclusive growth.”
He added, “This recognition from Euromoney is a testament to the far-reaching impact of our initiatives, and it reinforces our resolve to create enduring value and ensure better outcomes for all.”
Guaranty Trust Holding Company is based in Lagos, Nigeria, and operates in 10 countries across Africa and the UK. GTCO offers a wide range of banking and financial services to millions of customers. The bank’s efforts in helping communities have earned it many awards, including being a twelve-time winner of Euromoney’s Best Bank in Nigeria.
