Herbert Wigwe, MD/CEO, Access Bank, discusses partnerships, innovation and sustainable growth on CNBC’S Captains of Industry

CNBC Africa turns its spotlight on Managing Director and CEO of Africa’s foremost financial institution, Access Bank PLC, Mr. Herbert Wigwe in an episode of its highly acclaimed series, Captains of Industry. In the exclusive segment, Mr. Wigwe discusses Access Bank’s success story as a leading innovator and champion of sustainable growth in its industry.

The Bank notably took home a series of accolades in 2016 including the World Finance Award for the Best Sustainable Bank of the Year 2016, The Banker Magazine’s Bank of the Year  - Nigeria 2016 Award as well as three EMEA Finance awards including Best Bank of the Year 2016 and Best CEO of the Year.

As cited on CNBC, Access Bank has risen from being the 69th largest lender in 2002, to one of the largest and most profitable in present times.

“And it continues to stir things up in the sector with its various product innovations,” the platform goes on to say.

Watch an excerpt of this highly engaging interview.