Wema Bank wins Nigeria Bankers Games for third consecutive year

Wema Bank has emerged as the overall winner at the Nigeria Bankers Game (NBG) 2024 grand finale, with a tally of 10 gold medals.

The financial institution clinched victories across various categories, including Table Tennis (Female Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles), Volleyball, Scrabble, Video games, 100m Female, 200m Female, and the 4x100m Female Relay.

This year’s event also celebrated individual brilliance, with Bukky Olorunmaye, one of Wema Bank’s standout athletes, earning the title of NBG 2024 Female Athlete of the Year.

The NBG is a platform that fosters camaraderie, teamwork, and a spirit of healthy competition among Nigeria’s leading banks.

It brings together athletes and staff across the financial sector to compete in various sports, showcasing the resilience, talent, and unity that define the industry.

Managing Director/CEO of Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni expressed his pride in the achievement.

He said: “Winning the NBG for the third time in a row is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects the resilience, teamwork, and dedication of our staff.

“At Wema Bank, we are not just about financial innovation; we are enablers of dreams and champions of holistic development. This victory underscores our belief in empowering our people to excel in every aspect of life. Congratulations to all our athletes for their exceptional performance. We remain committed to fostering excellence in every endeavor.”

Reacting to her recognition as the Female Athlete of the Year, Olorunmaye said competing alongside other talented individuals and representing Wema Bank was a humbling and fulfilling experience.

“I am incredibly honored to receive this recognition. This award is not just mine—it belongs to my teammates and everyone who supported us. Together, we demonstrated the power of teamwork, and I am grateful to Wema Bank for giving us this platform to shine.”
 
As Wema Bank celebrates this historic win, the bank reiterates its unwavering commitment to setting the pace and redefining excellence across all endeavors.

“This third consecutive victory is not just a reflection of sporting prowess but a testament to Wema Bank’s dedication to fostering a culture of resilience, innovation, and collaboration.”