Polaris Bank has been recognized as the Sectoral Winner in the Banking and Other Financial Institutions Sector at the 2024 NECA Annual Employers’ Excellence Awards. The award highlights the bank’s commitment to innovative human resource practices and fostering a people-oriented workplace culture.

The prestigious event, held at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja, Lagos, marked the 4th edition of the NECA Awards, which celebrate organizations excelling in leadership, human resource systems, corporate governance, responsible business conduct, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

Polaris Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Kayode Lawal, expressed his delight at the achievement:
“Winning this prestigious award accentuates our deliberate approach to promoting an environment where employees can thrive, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to the Bank’s success. It also highlights Polaris Bank’s leadership commitment to evolving into an employer of choice and a great place to work. Congratulations to the entire Polaris Bank family for this outstanding achievement on a sectoral scale! This win is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit of every member of our team. It could not have been any BIGGER!”

This recognition marks Polaris Bank’s first award in Human Resources Management, reaffirming its focus on employee-centric policies. The bank has consistently demonstrated excellence in digital banking, having been named Nigeria’s Digital Bank of the Year by Business Day for four consecutive years (2021-2024).

The NECA Employers’ Excellence Awards continue to set the standard for outstanding corporate practices in Nigeria, and Polaris Bank’s success in this sector underscores its leadership in fostering innovation, sustainability, and an inclusive workplace culture.