The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with LIMBsimple Company Limited, a business development firm committed to simplifying life, investing, money, and business for individuals and enterprises.
The formal signing ceremony, held in the presence of industry leaders and stakeholders, marked the beginning of a strategic alliance aimed at creating a resilient, empowered, and innovative entrepreneurial landscape in Nigeria.
Delivering the keynote, CIBN President and Chairman of Council, Prof. Pius Deji Olanrewaju, Ph.D., FCIB, emphasized the significance of the partnership in advancing entrepreneurial capacity.
“Through this collaboration, we aim to empower professionals, entrepreneurs, and even retired bankers with structured entrepreneurial training, SME clinics, improved funding access, global learning platforms, and mentorship,” said Prof. Olanrewaju.
He noted that the initiative aligns with the “Y” pillar of CIBN’s LEGACY Agenda, which prioritizes Youth and Entrepreneurial Engagement, and is a practical step toward inclusive economic growth.
“This MoU reflects our broader commitment to building a vibrant, innovative, and inclusive financial system,” he added.
In his remarks, LIMBsimple Founder and CEO, Mr. Ezekiel Solesi, reaffirmed the firm’s dedication to nation-building through enterprise development.
“Since 2010, we’ve supported over 4,500 entrepreneurs from idea to scale. Our ecosystem has produced 54 billion-naira businesses and over 200 entrepreneurs earning 100 million naira annually,” Solesi revealed.
He highlighted the importance of merging business development tools with financial credibility, noting that the partnership with CIBN will help bridge critical gaps in funding and strategic mentorship.
“This alliance is pivotal combining our entrepreneurial growth platforms with CIBN’s financial systems to support business owners at every level.”
The MoU outlines monthly knowledge-sharing sessions, targeted SME clinics, access to growth communities, and joint research and training initiatives. The goal is to deliver practical, scalable solutions for entrepreneurs across the country while deepening financial literacy and resilience.
Both institutions affirmed their shared mission to unlock Nigeria’s economic potential through a combination of structured training, mentorship, and inclusive enterprise development.
“Great nations are built by entrepreneurs. Just like the U.S. in the 1800s, Nigeria’s future will be shaped by bold businesses,” Solesi concluded.
