By Iheanyi Enwerem
The Alternative Bank an independent financial organization in the non-interest banking sector, is set to collaborate with the Government of Imo State of His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodimma on it’s development initiatives in the State.
The bank which offers both conventional and unconventional banking services is a subsidiary of Sterling Financial Holdings,and are already established in 24 States both in the North and South, which includes Imo State.
The State Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, PhD, while receiving the Board of Directors of the commercial Bank led by the Executive Director South, Korede Damola Adeniyi,on Wednesday.
Reiterated the financial transparency of the 3R Shared Prosperity administration of the Governor in the State,assuring the group of that the State is safe and secure for business and investment, as the administration has provided enabling environment for businesses to thrive in the State with honest and transparent financial transactions.
Ekomaru who expressed delight over their interest to invest in the State, promised the financial experts of the cooperation of the State Government,while noting that the Uzodimma led administration is paramount in the pursuit of the prosperity and happiness of Imolites,and also open to ideas and services that will bring economic growth to the State.
“The 3R government is running a Treasury Single Account,(TSA). Imo State financial transactions can be accessed from anywhere in the world because of the transparency of it’s operation and commitment of the Governor to probity”. Said the Imo Deputy
She further appealed to The Alternative Bank executives to activate their Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) department in providing social services and employment opportunities for youths in the State.
In her brief address and interface with newsmen at the office, Korede Demola-Adeniyi, stated that their visit is to appreciate the Governor for the infrastructural development in the State, and also the Deputy Governor as one of the iconic women in power.
She hinted that their interest is to partner with the State government on infrastructural development and also introduce non-interest banking business, adding that the bank offers solutions to individuals, government and corporate needs.