• Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Star Lite News
  • Home
  • News
    • All
    • Business
    Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

    “My Suspension Was Fraudulent” – Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Challenges Akpabio, Denied Access to NASS

    SunTrust Bank

    $12M Money Laundering Trial: SunTrust Bank MD Halima Buba, Executive Face EFCC Witness Testimony in Court

    Buhari

    National Tribute: Public Holiday Declared in Memory of Buhari’s Service to Nigeria

    Okpebholo

    Governor Okpebolo Floors PDP At The Supreme Court

    NYSC

    NYSC Sanctions Corps Member Raye Over Criticism of President Tinubu, Sparks Outrage

    Suspension

    Benue Governor Alia Suspends Chief Press Secretary Indefinitely

    Trending Tags

    • Trump Inauguration
    • United Stated
    • White House
    • Market Stories
    • Election Results
  • Entertainment
    Tom Njemanze

    Nollywood Loses Another Legend: Tom Njemanze Passes Away

    Mike Ejeagha

    ‘Gwogwogwo’ Music Legend Mike Ejeagha, Dies At 95 After Battling Prostate Cancer For 16 Years

    AMVCA

    AMVCA 2025 Awards: Full List Of Winners As Chioma Chukwuka, Femi Adebayo Win Best Actress, Actor

    Nathaniel Bassey

    Nigeria’s Gospel Music Maestro Nathaniel Bassey To Minister At Trump’s Inaugural Prayer Breakfast

    Doris Ogah

    Doris Ogah Becomes 45th Miss Nigeria

    Netflix

    Netflix Investments Give Life To Nollywood Projects

  • Lifestyle
    • All
    • Food
    GTCO Food and Drinks Festival

    Announcing The 2024 GTCO Food And Drink Festival: A Celebration Of Authentic Flavours

    MKH staff celebrate Chairman’s Mother as she clocks 66…

    Trending Tags

    • Golden Globes
    • Game of Thrones
    • MotoGP 2017
    • eSports
    • Fashion Week
  • Business
  • Politics
  • World
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • All
    • Business
    Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

    “My Suspension Was Fraudulent” – Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Challenges Akpabio, Denied Access to NASS

    SunTrust Bank

    $12M Money Laundering Trial: SunTrust Bank MD Halima Buba, Executive Face EFCC Witness Testimony in Court

    Buhari

    National Tribute: Public Holiday Declared in Memory of Buhari’s Service to Nigeria

    Okpebholo

    Governor Okpebolo Floors PDP At The Supreme Court

    NYSC

    NYSC Sanctions Corps Member Raye Over Criticism of President Tinubu, Sparks Outrage

    Suspension

    Benue Governor Alia Suspends Chief Press Secretary Indefinitely

    Trending Tags

    • Trump Inauguration
    • United Stated
    • White House
    • Market Stories
    • Election Results
  • Entertainment
    Tom Njemanze

    Nollywood Loses Another Legend: Tom Njemanze Passes Away

    Mike Ejeagha

    ‘Gwogwogwo’ Music Legend Mike Ejeagha, Dies At 95 After Battling Prostate Cancer For 16 Years

    AMVCA

    AMVCA 2025 Awards: Full List Of Winners As Chioma Chukwuka, Femi Adebayo Win Best Actress, Actor

    Nathaniel Bassey

    Nigeria’s Gospel Music Maestro Nathaniel Bassey To Minister At Trump’s Inaugural Prayer Breakfast

    Doris Ogah

    Doris Ogah Becomes 45th Miss Nigeria

    Netflix

    Netflix Investments Give Life To Nollywood Projects

  • Lifestyle
    • All
    • Food
    GTCO Food and Drinks Festival

    Announcing The 2024 GTCO Food And Drink Festival: A Celebration Of Authentic Flavours

    MKH staff celebrate Chairman’s Mother as she clocks 66…

    Trending Tags

    • Golden Globes
    • Game of Thrones
    • MotoGP 2017
    • eSports
    • Fashion Week
  • Business
  • Politics
  • World
No Result
View All Result
Star Lite News
No Result
View All Result
Home Banking News

Access Bank Hosts 2024 French Business Forum, Affirms Boost to Nigeria-France Trade Relations

starliteadmin by starliteadmin
November 17, 2024
in Banking News, Business
0
Access Bank
0
SHARES
0
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on WhatsAppShare on Twitter

Lagos, Nigeria – November 14, 2024 – Access Bank PLC has hosted the French Week 2024 Business Forum at its headquarters in Lagos, affirming its commitment to bolstering trade relations between Nigeria and France.

The event, which kick-started the
annual French Week celebration, highlighted Access Bank’s dedication to fostering bilateral business collaborations and creating a platform for growth, trust, and innovation in the France-Nigeria economic space.

The Business Forum attracted high-profile dignitaries, including Ambassador of France to Nigeria, Consul General of France in Lagos, President of the Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Chairman of Access Holdings Plc., Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment in Lagos, as well as the Technical Adviser to the President on Foreign Direct Investment, conveyed the federal government’s full support for advancing cross-border partnerships with France, appreciating Access Bank’s leadership in organising such impactful forums.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Laurent Favier, the Consul General of France,
acknowledged Access Bank’s growing presence in France, further underscoring the bank’s pivotal role in facilitating trade between the two nations. He lauded Access Bank for championing France-Nigeria economic relations by establishing both a strong footprint in Paris and a dedicated French Desk in Nigeria to facilitate seamless business
transactions.

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman of Access Holdings PLC, who also serves as
President of the France-Nigeria Business Council, emphasised the council’s role in
supporting economic policies that enhance the business environment for both nations.

“The France-Nigeria Business Council seeks to play a crucial role in supporting our government, businesses, and citizens to create a more enabling, uplifting, and secure environment for cross-border businesses,” he stated.

During the first panel discussion, Roosevelt Ogbonna, CEO of Access Bank Nigeria, highlighted the bank’s efforts in supporting African presence in global markets.

“Access Bank is dedicated to giving Africa a voice on the international stage, helping local businesses scale through better access to information, credit, and capital. Our presence in Paris not only strengthens Nigeria’s influence, but also facilitates investments that align with the ongoing economic transformations on the African continent.”

In his closing remarks, HE Marc Fonbaustier, the Ambassador of France emphasized the significance of the forum as a platform to elevate Nigeria-France trade and investments.

“Events like this provide a rare opportunity to enhance our bilateralneconomic relationship, strengthening existing trade and investment channels and fostering new partnerships.”

With the successful launch of the French Week 2024 Business Forum, Access Bank
reaffirms its commitment to positioning Nigeria as a key player in the international business landscape, promoting shared economic growth and sustainable partnerships that benefit both nations.

About Access Bank PLC
Access Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Access Holdings PLC, is a leading full-service commercial bank operating through a network of more than 700 branches and service outlets spanning 3 continents, 23 countries and over 60 million customers. The Bank employs over 28,000 people in its operations in Africa and Europe, with representative offices in China, Lebanon, India, and the UAE.

Access Bank’s parent company, Access Holdings PLC, has been listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange since 1998. The Bank is a diversified financial institution that combines a strong retail customer franchise and digital platform with deep corporate banking expertise, proven risk management and capital management capabilities. The Bank services its various markets through three key business segments: Corporate and Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Retail Banking. The Bank has enjoyed
what is arguably Africa’s most successful banking growth trajectory in the last 18 years, becoming one of the continent’s largest retail banks.

With a strong commitment to economic growth and innovation, Access Bank continues to play a vital role in bridging business opportunities and fostering sustainable development across the continent and beyond.

 

L-R: Moses Umoru, Director General,  Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Guillaume Niarfeix, President, Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman of Access Holdings PLC and President of the France-Nigeria Business Council; Laurent Favier, Consul General of France in Lagos; Zahrah Mustapha Audu, Technical Adviser to the President on Foreign Direct Investment; Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment; Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/Chief Executive Director, Access Bank Plc; Florent Mangin, Head of the Regional Economic Department French Treasury;  Jean Haas, Secretary General, France Nigeria Business Council, at the French Week 2024 Business Forum at Access Bank headquarters in Lagos…Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

 

L-R: Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman of Access Holdings PLC and President of the France-Nigeria Business Council; Laurent Favier, Consul General of France in Lagos; Zahrah Mustapha Audu, Technical Adviser to the President on Foreign Direct Investment; Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment; Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director/Chief Executive Director, Access Bank Plc; Florent Mangin, Head of the Regional Economic Department French Treasury, at the French Week 2024 Business Forum at the Access Bank headquarters in Lagos…Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

Tags: Access Bank PlcAigboje Aig-ImoukhuedeAmbassador of France to NigeriaCEO of Access Bank NigeriaChairman of Access Holdings PLCConsul General of FranceConsul General of France in LagosFrench Week 2024 Business ForumMr. Laurent FavierPresident of the France Nigeria Business CouncilPresident of the Franco-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce and IndustryRoosevelt OgbonnaStarlitenews
Previous Post

Deutsche Bank Awards Ecobank Nigeria with Client Excellence Award

Next Post

UBA To Raise N239.4 Billion Through Rights Issue

starliteadmin

starliteadmin

Related Posts

Dangote Cement

Minister Extols Dangote Cement, Seeks Partnership To Bridge Housing Gap

by starliteadmin
July 30, 2025
0

Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has lauded the Dangote Cement Plc for its contributions to the...

Dangote Cement

FOOD PRODUCTION: MINISTER LAUDS DANGOTE CEMENT OVER FARMERS’ EMPOWERMENT

by starliteadmin
July 25, 2025
0

Minister of Solid Mineral Development, Mr. Dele Alake has lauded the management of Dangote Cement, Ibese for its contributions to...

TAJBank

System Error: TAJ Bank Drops Court Case to Recover Funds Transferred to 26 Banks

by starliteadmin
July 25, 2025
0

TAJ Bank Ltd experienced a major system glitch in March, resulting in unauthorized transfers totaling N957.4 million to accounts across...

Zenith Bank

ZENITH BANK NAMED NIGERIA’S BEST BANK AT EUROMONEY AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE 2025

by starliteadmin
July 21, 2025
0

Zenith Bank Plc has been named “Nigeria’s Best Bank” at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, emerging as Nigeria’s standout...

Dangote Foundation

Dangote Foundation distributes rice to 10,000 families in Bayelsa

by starliteadmin
July 9, 2025
0

The Aliko Dangote Foundation has flagged off the distribution of 10,000 bags of rice, each weighing ten kilograms, to vulnerable...

Ecobank

Ecobank Unveils Customer Value Proposition to Drive a Sustainable Education Ecosystem

by starliteadmin
July 7, 2025
0

Ecobank Nigeria, an affiliate of the leading pan-African banking group, Ecobank Group, has announced a comprehensive suite of innovative financial...

Next Post
UBA

UBA To Raise N239.4 Billion Through Rights Issue

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

  • Tinubu and Timothy

    Prince Chukwudi Timothy Appeals For Dialogue Instead Of Nationwide Protest

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Peter Obi says victory of Christ the King College at World Affairs Challenge heartwarming

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Family reveals Ifeanyi Ubah’s burial date

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • ACEACRES24: Akmodel MD Makes Presentations At The 2Days Event (Photos)

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0
  • Legends of Nollywood Financial Summit Is Here, Meet The Speakers: Apostle Anselm Madubuko, Mrs. Bukola Agbaminoja, Pst. Moji Bakare Asieru-sweet, Others

    0 shares
    Share 0 Tweet 0

Recent Posts

  • Joy in Akwa Ibom as ADF distributes rice to vulnerable citizens
  • President Tinubu gives D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, national honour
  • Ekiti State Residents Benefit from Fidelity Food Bank Programme
  • Air Peace Holds Strategic Retreat to Boost Leadership and Customer Experience After Heathrow Slot Win
  • ICAN Fidelity Bank Chapter Inaugurates New Chairman
Starlite news icon

Browse by Category

Archives

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us

© 2022 | Crafted with ❤ by Claridan - Adsvance Digitals.

No Result
View All Result
  • Contact Us
  • About Us
  • Business
  • Politics
  • World
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle

© 2022 | Crafted with ❤ by Claridan - Adsvance Digitals.

  • https://starlitenews.com.ng/2024/04/19/ecobank-successfully-repays-500-million-eurobond-due-april-18/
  • https://starlitenews.com.ng/2024/05/24/childrens-day-viju-gives-out-different-products-to-schools-ngos-others-photos/
  • https://starlitenews.com.ng/2024/07/09/gtco-to-raise-n400-5bn-capital-via-public-offer/
  • https://starlitenews.com.ng/2024/05/23/acheter-mirtazapine-generique/