Polaris Bank, in an effort to foster stronger stakeholder relationships, address trade-related challenges, and explore innovative solutions to drive business growth, has hosted corporate customers in the non-oil sector at its Global Trade Forum.
The forum was held under the theme ‘Trade Export: Partnering for Growth’, bringing together key players in Nigeria’s trade and export ecosystem, including business leaders, exporters, regulators, Nigerian Customs and policy influencers. It provided a platform for dialogue on trade finance, export readiness, compliance, market access, and the role of digital platforms in facilitating cross-border transactions.
Kayode Lawal, Polaris Bank Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, speaking at the event, underscored the central role of trade as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth.
According to Lawal, the purpose of the gathering was to address the real issues customers encounter in trade and export while identifying opportunities where Polaris Bank can provide practical, innovative solutions to support growth.
Lawal noted that Polaris Bank sees itself not only as a financial institution but also as a trusted partner in progress and a driver of long-term value creation.
Also in attendance were Aondona Fanyama, Assistant Comptroller of Customs; Chris Ofikulu and Abimbola Ozomah, Executive Directors for Retail, Commercial and Corporate & Investment Banking.
