The Bank of Industry (BOI) secured two prestigious SERAS Awards—’Best Company in Financial Inclusion’ and ‘Most Effective MDA/Parastatal in Sustainable Development’ at the SERAS CSR Awards. These accolades commend BOI’s significant strides in supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and fostering sustainable development across Nigeria.
BOI’s initiatives like NG Cares, MSME Survival Fund, and State Enterprise Empowerment Programme (SEEP) were acknowledged for driving sustainable development by nurturing MSME growth. Dr. Olasupo Olusi, BOI’s Managing Director, expressed pride in this recognition, affirming the bank’s unwavering commitment to MSME growth and sustainable practices aligned with their strategic goals.
The SERAS CSR Awards aim to advance the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals in Africa. They serve as a platform to evaluate and harmonize the contributions of private and public sectors, along with NGOs, to achieve these goals.
BOI had previously been recognized at SERAS Awards in 2021 for ‘Best Company in Financial Inclusion’ and ‘Best New Entry,’ and in 2022 for ‘Best Company in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.’ These awards underscore BOI’s consistent dedication to promoting financial inclusion, sustainable practices, and empowerment initiatives for MSMEs.
