Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative financial institution and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has reiterated its commitment to empowering women-led businesses. This announcement comes as part of the bank’s 80th-anniversary campaign, aimed at supporting and rewarding its existing and potential customers across the country.

As part of its efforts to drive gender inclusivity and economic growth, Wema Bank has confirmed its return as the headline sponsor of the 2025 NBC Trade Fair. The fair, set to run across 16 states in Nigeria and internationally, will provide a platform for thousands of women entrepreneurs and business owners to showcase and expand their ventures.

The 2024 edition of the NBC Trade Fair saw remarkable success, generating over ₦3.5 billion in SME revenue. The event, which featured eight local fairs across different cities and a groundbreaking international edition in London, attracted over 4,450 SMEs—85% of which were female-led. These milestones underscored Wema Bank’s dedication to fostering financial empowerment and sustainable growth for women in business.

With the upcoming 2025 NBC Trade Fair, Wema Bank is poised to make an even greater impact. The fair will offer expanded opportunities, tailored rewards, and increased support for female entrepreneurs, reinforcing the bank’s longstanding legacy of driving economic empowerment.

As the financial institution marks 80 years of innovation and service in 2025, its continued sponsorship of the NBC Trade Fair serves as a testament to its unwavering commitment to advancing women’s economic participation and success.