At the 2025 MSME Finance CEO Forum & Awards held at the Civic Centre, Lagos, FBNQuest Merchant Bank stood out as it clinched the coveted title of MSME Trade Finance & Non-Oil Export Merchant Bank of the Year, a recognition that celebrates purpose-driven banking and innovation.
For FBNQuest, this award is more than a plaque, it’s proof of the bank’s unrelenting drive to help small businesses and exporters power Nigeria’s economic transformation. By crafting financial solutions that speak to real business needs and creating access to trade finance, FBNQuest continues to strengthen the backbone of the nation’s non-oil sector.
Speaking on the win, Afolabi Olorode, Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, described it as a reflection of teamwork, resilience, and impact. “This honour reaffirms our mission to enable MSMEs to thrive, expand, and compete globally,” he said. “We see MSMEs not just as clients, but as catalysts for innovation and national growth.”
With its eyes on the future, FBNQuest remains committed to deepening support for Nigeria’s export economy, empowering entrepreneurs, creating jobs, and fueling inclusive development.
In true FBNQuest fashion, the bank dedicated the award to its clients, partners, and employees, the people behind every progress story, every transaction, and every milestone that continues to redefine sustainable finance in Nigeria.
