Ecobank wins “Best Bank in Africa” Category in 2011 Euromoney Excellence Awards

At this year’s Euromoney Awards for Excellence, Ecobank Transnational Incorporated was recognised as the “Best Bank in Africa” for its demonstration in leadership, innovation and momentum across the 32 markets in which it has a presence, making it the 1st African bank to win this award.

In its evaluation, Euromoney highlighted Ecobank’s unparalleled reach in Africa and its role in providing the banking infrastructure for Africa’s growing middle class and in facilitating banking transactions across the continent for companies and individuals alike.

Commenting on the Group’s achievement, Arnold Ekpe, Ecobank’s Group CEO, said: “Our vision has always been to provide world-class banking services, whilst also enhancing the financial integration in Africa.  Even as this accolade comes as a gratifying acknowledgement of the Group’s significant progress to date, we are mindful of the need to remain focused on improving our services and financial performance.  We are grateful for the continued support from our clients, shareholders and employees, without whom this achievement would not have been possible.”

Commenting on the Award, Ecobank Kenya’s Managing Director Tony Okpanachi said, “This award attests to our drive to stand out in the market place as the bank that uses innovation to meet customer needs.  As we seek to reach out to more markets across the world we are determined to attract and retain more customers with our creative and enhanced banking experience.”

The annual Euromoney Awards for Excellence, now in their 20th year, continue to be amongst the most respected awards in the financial services industry. All the awards have one central theme; they recognize institutions and individuals that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and momentum in the markets in which they excel.

Source: CSR Africa