Nume Ekeghe

Stanbic IBTC Trustees, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, has been recognised as the Most Customer-Focused Trust and Investment Company of the Year at the 2025 West Africa Innovation Awards (WAIA).

The Trustee was honoured with the prestigious Diamond Award for Customer Service Excellence, affirming its leadership in delivering customer-centric fiduciary and investment solutions across the region.

The recognition received at the award ceremony which was held in Lagos recently.

In a statement commenting on the recognition, the Chief Executive Designate, Stanbic IBTC Trustees, Emi Agaba-Oloja, expressed gratitude for the award: “Being recognised as the most customer-focused trust and investment company of the year is both humbling and inspiring. This award reflects the strong relationships we have built with our clients and our commitment to not only meet expectations but to consistently exceed them through innovative and ethical service delivery.”

Emi further added, “What sets Stanbic IBTC Trustees apart is our willingness to embrace innovation in a traditionally conservative industry. As we work on digital onboarding to bespoke trust solutions, we strive to simplify complex processes and deliver insights that empower our clients. Our goal is to make trusteeship more responsive, inclusive, and accessible to Nigerians. A sincere thank you to our clients, partners and the incredible team that continue to drive our success.”