Zenith Bank MD, Visits Otti, Expresses Willingness To Partner Abia Govt In Funding SMEs, Investments

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Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, on Tuesday, played host to the Managing Director of Zenith Bank, one of Nigeria’s biggest lenders, who came on a courtesy visit.

Mr. Onyeagwu came with a team of the bank’s senior management staff, including Adaobi Nwapa, an executive director.

According to a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Kazie Uko, Onyeagwu congratulated Dr. Otti, on his electoral victory, successful swearing in and assumption of office, while also expressing confidence in his capacity to lead Abia to meaningful development.

“He assured the Governor that Zenith Bank is willing to partner with the government, especially in the area of project financing, support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and corporate social investment, to ensure that the vision he has for Abia is realised.

“Governor Otti, who received the Zenith  bank boss in his country home in Isialangwa, thanked Onyeagwu and his team for visiting and expressed delight at the offer of partnership with the bank.

“He told the visiting bankers that Abia was ready and open for business more than ever and would be glad to welcome an opportunity for partnership in the interest of the state and its people,” Uko stated.

 

Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with six years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Masters degree in Mass Communication.


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