By Aduragbemi Omiyale
Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc was the star of the 2023 International Finance Awards after its subsidiaries were recognised across nine categories of the prestigious event recently.
Business Post gathered that Stanbic IBTC Bank garnered recognition in four categories, including Best SME Bank in Nigeria 2023, Best Trade Bank in Nigeria 2023, Best Research House in Nigeria 2023, and Best Custodian Bank in Nigeria 2023.
Not left out was Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, the country’s largest pension fund administrator, which clinched the ‘Best Pension Fund Management Company in Nigeria 2023’ award, recognizing its consistent double-digit returns, transparent operations, and digital solutions aiding post-work life planning for all Nigerians.
Also, Stanbic IBTC Asset Management’s Stanbic IBTC Money Market Fund (SIMM) was acknowledged as the ‘Best Money Market Fund in Nigeria 2023,’ further solidifying the institution’s position as Nigeria’s preferred money market investment.
In the same vein, Stanbic IBTC Stockbrokers secured the ‘Best Online Trading Platform in Nigeria 2023’ title, a testament to its seamlessly integrated digital stock trading platforms, providing speed, convenience, and real-time market access for investors.
Nigeria’s leading estate planning services provider, Stanbic IBTC Trustees, received the title of the ‘Fastest Growing Estate Planning and Administration Services Provider – Nigeria 2023,’ recognizing over two decades of excellence in administering wills and trusts.
Commenting on these accolades, the chief executive of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, Mr Demola Sogunle, emphasised the enduring legacy of Stanbic IBTC Group as a leading end-to-end financial solutions provider in Nigeria for over three decades.
“This accolade underscores Stanbic IBTC’s profound commitment to innovation, the delivery of exceptional services, and the establishment of transparency, solidifying our position as a trusted partner for our clientele,” he said.
Mr Sogunle highlighted the encouragements drawn from the accolades, as he further expressed, “As we celebrate these achievements, we look forward with renewed responsibility and determination to remain at the forefront of financial innovation, driving growth, and contributing to the prosperity of our clients and the nation at large.”
The International Finance Awards acknowledges excellence in financial services, spotlighting outstanding organizations in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.
