Wema Bank, Nigeria’s trailblazing financial institution and the pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has once again demonstrated its excellence by emerging as the Overall Winner of the Nigeria Bankers Game (NBG) 2024. This marks the bank’s third consecutive triumph at the prestigious event, further solidifying its dominance in the competition.
The grand finale saw Wema Bank clinch an impressive 10 gold medals, winning across multiple categories, including Table Tennis (Female Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles), Volleyball, Scrabble, Video Games, 100m Female, 200m Female, and the 4x100m Female Relay.
A highlight of the event was the recognition of Bukky Olorunmaye, one of Wema Bank’s standout athletes, as the Female Athlete of the Year. Her exceptional performance across various disciplines showcased her dedication, resilience, and sportsmanship, making her a beacon of excellence in the competition.
The Nigeria Bankers Game, an annual sports festival, serves as a platform to foster camaraderie, teamwork, and healthy competition among Nigeria’s financial institutions. It draws participation from leading banks, bringing athletes and staff together to showcase the resilience, talent, and unity that define the sector.
For Wema Bank, this victory underscores its commitment to fostering teamwork, discipline, and holistic development, both on and off the field. The bank continues to lead by example, integrating innovation, resilience, and community-building into its operations.
Speaking on the achievement, Wema Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Moruf Oseni, expressed pride in the team’s performance:
“Winning the Nigeria Bankers Game for the third time in a row is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects the resilience, teamwork, and dedication of our staff. At Wema Bank, we are not just about financial innovation; we are enablers of dreams and champions of holistic development. This victory underscores our belief in empowering our people to excel in every aspect of life. Congratulations to all our athletes for their exceptional performance. We remain committed to fostering excellence in every endeavor.”
Reacting to her recognition, Bukky Olorunmaye shared her gratitude:
“I am incredibly honored to receive this recognition. Competing alongside so many talented individuals and representing Wema Bank has been a humbling and fulfilling experience. This award is not just mine—it belongs to my teammates and everyone who supported us. Together, we demonstrated the power of teamwork, and I am grateful to Wema Bank for giving us this platform to shine.”
The 2024 edition of the NBG once again highlighted the value of unity, sportsmanship, and excellence within the banking industry, with Wema Bank leading the charge in redefining what it means to be a champion both in sports and in the financial sector.