Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd (GTBank), a flagship subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO), has been awarded Best Bank in Corporate Social Responsibility in Nigeria at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2024. This recognition highlights GTCO’s dedication to not just providing innovative financial services but also enriching lives and driving positive societal change.
Euromoney noted the extensive range and impact of GTCO’s CSR initiatives, which include education, health, community development, and financial inclusion. GTBank has consistently demonstrated a commitment to making a positive impact through initiatives like the GTCO Food and Drink Festival and the GTCO Fashion Weekend, which provide free platforms for both budding and established entrepreneurs.
The Annual GTCO Autism Programme, part of the Orange Ribbon Initiative, aims to support individuals with developmental disabilities, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Segun Agbaje, Group CEO of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, commented on the award, stating, “As a Proudly African institution, we recognize that our success is tied to the well-being of the society we serve. Our commitment to corporate social responsibility is based on the belief that businesses should act as a force for good, promoting sustainable progress and inclusive growth.”
GTCO has developed various free business platforms and sponsors impactful social causes benefiting millions across Africa. This recognition from Euromoney reinforces their resolve to create enduring value and better outcomes for all.
About GTCO:
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc is one of Africa’s largest financial services institutions, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. GTCO maintains investments in a network of operating entities across 10 countries in Africa and the UK, offering a wide range of banking and financial services to millions of customers, including retail, institutional, and private banking, as well as asset management and payment technology.