Access Bank – Top50 Brands 2025
Access Bank PLC
Year of Establishment | 1989 (licensed by CBN) |
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Headquarters | 14/15 Prince Alaba Abiodun Oniru Road, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria |
MD/CEO | Bolaji Olaitan Agbede (Acting Group CEO since Feb 2024) |
Number of Branches / Operations Presence | Over 700 branches and service outlets (spanning 3 continents and ~24 countries) |
Areas of Interest | Full-service commercial and corporate banking, personal, business, operations & IT, CIB |
Countries of Operation | Nigeria plus subsidiaries in Angola, DRC, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Rwanda, Gambia, Guinea, Cameroon, Sierra Leone, Mozambique, Botswana, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, UK, and representative offices in China, India, Lebanon, UAE; includes recent expansion to France |
Annual Turnover | Revenue from Nigerian operations (2022): N1.13 trillion; rest of Africa: N206.65 billion |
Number of Staff | Around 28,000 employees |
Marketing Budget | Not publicly disclosed |
Contact Address | Same as headquarters: 14/15 Prince Alaba Abiodun Oniru Road, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria |
Best Known As | One of Nigeria’s largest and most diversified banks by customer base and assets; leading Pan-African banking brand |
Access Bank, a leading pan-African bank, has consistently maintained its position as one of the most valuable and fastest-growing financial institutions in Nigeria, a status that is reaffirmed by its strong financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and global recognition.
Founded in 1989, Access Bank has evolved from a mid-tier commercial bank into a leading financial powerhouse. The landmark merger with Diamond Bank in 2019 positioned Access Bank as Nigeria’s largest bank by customer base, serving over 60 million customers across retail, corporate, and digital banking platforms. By 2025, Access Bank had expanded its footprint to more than 20 countries, including subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, South Africa, and across Sub-Saharan Africa, making it one of the most internationalized Nigerian banks.
Access Bank’s financial performance has been impressive in recent years. Despite global economic headwinds, the bank has consistently reported robust earnings, driven by diversified revenue streams, cost efficiency, and digital transformation. Its balance sheet strength and aggressive expansion strategy have placed it among the top tier of African banks by assets. The bank’s stock is also one of the most actively traded on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), reflecting investor confidence in its resilience and long-term growth.
In terms of sustainability and corporate responsibility, Access Bank stands out as a pioneer. It was the first African bank to adopt the Principles for Responsible Banking and has been a consistent leader in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. Through the Access Bank Sustainability Agenda, the institution has championed clean energy financing, women’s empowerment programmes, and education initiatives. Its annual Access Bank Lagos City Marathon is one of the largest sporting events in Africa, promoting fitness, tourism, and social development.
Access Bank has earned multiple recognitions for its excellence, including Best Bank in Nigeria by Euromoney and Global Finance, as well as awards for innovation, sustainability, and customer service. Its compliance with international standards such as ISO certifications further reinforces its reputation as a trusted and forward-looking institution.
Through its strategic growth, innovative banking solutions, and strong commitment to sustainability, Access Bank Nigeria remains not just a financial institution but a driving force for economic transformation and social progress in Nigeria and across Africa.
