Emir of Katsina pledges Emirate support for The Alternative Bank

THE Emir of Katsina, Dr Abdulmumin Usman, has officially endorsed The Alternative Bank.

The traditional ruler, during a recent courtesy visit by the bank’s management, welcomed the bank and pledged the unwavering support of the entire emirate as the bank gears up to inaugurate a new branch in the heart of the state capital.

The endorsement marks a significant milestone for The Alternative Bank as it embarks on a new chapter in Katsina.

Dr Usman expressed confidence in the bank’s endeavours, setting the stage for a harmonious relationship between the financial institution and the proud community it is now a part of.

During the visit, the Katsina State governor, Dikko Radda, emphasised the importance of combating poverty, particularly in rural areas, urging the bank to collaborate with the state government in its efforts to address the challenge.

Represented by his Special Adviser on Banking, Malik Anas, the governor expressed confidence in the success of The Alternative Bank in the region.

He said, “One of our aims as a government is to enhance the growth of our people, especially those in rural areas. We seek the cooperation of The Alternative Bank in this area. We are ready to give the necessary support to the bank to forge ahead and contribute to the economic development of Nigeria.”

Hajiya Fatimah Radda, the governor’s wife, echoed the state government’s support for the bank and stressed the importance of including the underprivileged, such as widows and orphans, in the bank’s corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Alhaji Garba Mohammed, the Executive Director of The Alternative Bank, reiterated the institution’s commitment to financial empowerment for all customers, regardless of their status. He echoed the bank’s focus on providing efficient and technology-driven services to facilitate customer and national growth.

Mohammed said, “The Alternative Bank is a bank with a difference. Apart from being a non-interest bank, we promise our customers prompt, loyal, efficient and technologically driven services. We also promise to promote financial empowerment among our customers, irrespective of their status.

“When our customers grow, our bank will also grow. This in turn will also lead to the growth and development of our dear country, Nigeria.”

The bank’s Regional Business Executive, Mallam Wada Nas, further assured the Katsina business community and citizens that The Alternative Bank is committed to meeting their banking needs with honesty, professionalism and competence.

He said, “We will serve truthfully and accord priority to your banking needs. You can be assured of our professional competence.”