At the core of our culture is a strong belief that building close relationships with our customers and offering flexible, evolving products and services enables long-term success. The sustainability of our business model is fundamental to our active support for growth and opportunity across Africa, Europe, Asia, the MENA region, and our UK and international communities.
Our commitment to responsible corporate citizenship is reflected in the values that guide our activities and align with those of our Parent Company, Access Bank Plc. Through ethical practices and a focus on sustainable development, we continue to create a positive impact while delivering financial excellence.
Access Bank Polo Day 2025 – A Decade of Purposeful Partnership
In July 2025, Access Bank UK Polo Day returned to Guards Polo Club, Windsor, marking ten years of impactful collaboration with Fifth Chukker and UNICEF. The event has evolved beyond a high-profile sporting occasion into a powerful platform for social change, raising funds to advance inclusive education across rural Nigeria.
Over the past decade, the initiative has grown from supporting a single school of 400 pupils to constructing and equipping over 60 classroom blocks, positively transforming the lives of more than 14,000 children. The 2025 edition continued this momentum, with proceeds directed toward building more fully equipped classrooms to further expand access to quality education.
Through its partnership with UNICEF, the programme not only delivers essential infrastructure but also supports the long-term educational development of children in underserved communities.
The 10th anniversary of the Charity Polo Day underscores Access Bank’s commitment to combining financial success with social impact. It reflects the Bank’s dedication to fostering sustainable development through education and demonstrates the enduring power of collaboration in creating meaningful, lasting change.
Championing Mental Health Awareness
To mark World Mental Health Day, The Access Bank UK Limited hosted a global Bring & Share celebration across its offices (pictured is the team from The Access Bank Malta Limited), encouraging colleagues to connect, share food and celebrate the diversity that defines the Bank’s culture. The event reinforced the importance of wellbeing, inclusion and connection in fostering a supportive workplace. By prioritising mental health and community, the Bank continues to build an environment where employees feel valued, motivated and empowered to thrive.
Employee Appreciation Day with a Global Tree of Gratitude
The Access Bank UK Limited celebrated Employee Appreciation Day on 7 March (pictured is the team from The Access Bank UK Limited – Hong Kong Branch), uniting colleagues across its international offices to recognise and thank one another for their contributions. Staff in London, Northwich, Paris, Dubai, Malta and Hong Kong shared messages of gratitude on a ‘Tree of Appreciation,’ creating a powerful symbol of connection and teamwork. The initiative reflected the Bank’s commitment to fostering a culture of kindness, recognition, and mutual respect across all its offices.
Supporting The Lord Mayor’s Appeal and Community Initiatives
In 2025, The Access Bank UK Limited continued its commitment to community engagement and social impact through active participation in key City of London initiatives supporting The Lord Mayor’s Appeal.
The Bank attended the Lady Mayor’s Impact Reception at Mansion House, hosted by Alderwoman Dame Susan Langley DBE, the newly elected Lady Mayor of London. The event celebrated the achievements of The Lord Mayor’s Appeal and its partner charities – MQ Mental Health Research, advancing scientific understanding of mental health; Homewards, a Royal Foundation initiative tackling homelessness; and National Numeracy, improving everyday maths skills to enhance confidence and career opportunities.
The Bank’s team also took part in the City Giving Day Treasure Hunt, a highlight of the City’s philanthropic calendar that unites businesses in support of the Appeal’s mission to create “A Better City for All.” The event encouraged collaboration, community spirit, and awareness of the Appeal’s work in promoting mental health, education, and social inclusion.
Through these initiatives, The Access Bank UK Limited reaffirmed its dedication to supporting causes that strengthen communities, foster inclusion, and create opportunities for growth – demonstrating that meaningful impact is achieved through collective action and shared purpose.
Paris Branch Supports Local Communities through Collection Initiative
The Access Bank UK Limited Paris Branch partnered with La Fabrique de la Solidarité and La Mairie de Paris to support vulnerable members of the local community through a collection initiative of essential items, reflecting the Bank’s commitment to positive social impact.
Pink October and Movember Fundraising Event
The Access Bank Malta Limited marked Pink October and Movember with a fundraising initiative promoting awareness of breast cancer and men’s health, raising money through colleague contributions to support charitable causes.
Shine the Light on Sickle Cell
Access Bank Plc in collaboration with the Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service and Helima Health, organised blood drives and awareness campaigns that collected 771 pints of blood and educated over 8,000 people on sickle cell anaemia, advancing health and equality goals.
Access United Steps Against Cancer
Access Group, alongside Project Uwus, Sebeccly Cancer Support Centre, and HACEY Health Initiative, provided free breast and cervical cancer screenings, food relief, and awareness programmes that reached over one million people across Nigeria.
A Sandal More Project
Through the A Sandal More project, Access Bank Plc in partnership with FREEE Recycle, promoted environmental sustainability and education by donating over 3,250 pairs of sandals made from recycled tyres to schoolchildren in public schools across Ibadan, Nigeria.
Rural Health Intervention Project
Access Bank Plc in partnership with Leadway Health, Bastion Health, Lex Medical, and HACEY Health Initiative, improved healthcare, nutrition, and financial literacy for over 80,000 households across rural communities in Lagos and Kwara through food relief, medical outreach, and empowerment programmes.
STEAM Fun Fest
Access Bank Plc, in partnership with 9ijaKids, empowered over 8,300 children across four African countries with hands-on STEAM education through masterclasses, tech talks, and innovation labs, advancing quality education and global competitiveness.
Community Clean-Up Projects
Access Bank Plc with Trashusers, Street2Waste, and RESWAYE, promoted environmental sustainability by engaging volunteers, establishing recycling hubs, and educating over 287,000 people on proper waste management across five states.
