Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank, marked its 81st anniversary and the 9th anniversary of ALAT, its digital banking platform, on 2 May 2026.
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The bank is commemorating this milestone by prioritising customer rewards over formal ceremonies.
The bank is commemorating this milestone by prioritising customer rewards over formal ceremonies. As part of these celebrations, the bank is launching the fifth season of its “5 for 5” reward initiative and offering incentives for ALAT app users.
Strategic customer support initiative In line with the theme, “Your Future of Possibilities, Powered by Wema Bank,” the bank is rolling out a specialised initiative to help diverse customer demographics—including business owners, students, and working professionals—build long-term financial stability. This programme provides tailored, practical insights and support to help these groups access opportunities and meet their goals.
Moruf Oseni, Wema Bank MD/CEO, said the bank is responding to rapid digital evolution and changing economic realities.
“To thrive, one must be prepared to adapt and ready to leverage the possibilities ahead; this is what we want to help our customers achieve,” Oseni said. “With millions of individuals and businesses in our care, we have a responsibility to help them make progress. Our 81st anniversary presents an opportunity to deepen our efforts.”
Building a secure financial ecosystem The bank aims to create a financial future where banking services align with customer goals by intelligently anticipating needs and providing proactive solutions. Beyond traditional banking, Wema Bank is curating platforms and an ecosystem engineered to help customers remain competitive and grow alongside the institution.
Addressing stakeholders, Oseni extended his gratitude to investors, regulators, partners, customers, and employees for their contributions to the bank’s 81-year history.
“To every stakeholder who has been a part of Wema Bank’s journey: this anniversary is dedicated to you. On behalf of the board and management, I say thank you for 81 historic years. We have, we are, and we will be with you, all the way,” Oseni said.
