Keystone Bank has hosted business clinics across 10 major Nigerian cities, in it’s commitment to the growth of the small and medium-scale sector.
According to a statement made by the bank, the nationwide SME Business Clinic was in celebration of the United Nations’ World Small and Medium Enterprises Day 2025, themed ‘Empowering SMEs for Growth and Sustainability.’
The empowerment programme was held throughout June and reached entrepreneurs in Lagos (Balogun Market, Lagos Island, and Computer Village Market, Ikeja), Port Harcourt, Aba, Asaba (Delta), Onitsha (Anambra), Kano, Maiduguri, Kaduna, Abuja, and Ibadan (Oyo), offering vital training, networking, and strategic insights tailored to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Olayemi Sule, Group Head, Retail and Digital Banking, Keystone Bank, commented on the initiative saying, “At Keystone Bank, we understand the vital role SMEs play in national development. The SME Business Clinic was designed to equip business owners with practical tools and knowledge to scale their ventures, build resilience, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic growth. This initiative underscores our ongoing dedication to fostering innovation, financial literacy, and sustainable business practices.”
During the training, each session featured hands-on workshops, expert-led discussions, and interactive Q&A forums addressing the real-world challenges Nigerian entrepreneurs face today. Participants received actionable strategies to strengthen operations, access financing, and navigate an evolving business landscape.
Expressing gratitude, participants across the various cities praised Keystone Bank for the thoughtful initiative. Many said they felt seen, heard, and encouraged by the practical nature of the sessions, adding that it was refreshing to see a bank go beyond transactions to truly support the engine room of the economy, SMEs.
