Stateside Microfinance Bank has been rated as one of the new financial institutions driving the future of finance in Nigeria and beyond, following the firm’s lasting impression at the recently concluded Nigeria Fintech Week 2025 in Lagos.

The event attracted top innovators, regulators, and financial institutions who gathered to discuss the future of digital finance in Africa. It was an opportunity for Stateside Bank to engage directly with the broader fintech ecosystem and strengthen relationships that align with its mission to be the preferred digital bank pushing the frontiers of technology.

Represented by members of its Digital Banking and Strategy team, Stateside Bank connected with thought leaders and industry stakeholders shaping Nigeria’s fintech landscape. Through meaningful conversations and knowledge sharing, the bank reinforced its commitment to advancing financial inclusion through technology-driven solutions.

This year’s event, themed “Fintech Ecosystem Symphony: Orchestrating Nigeria’s Digital Economy,” served as a convergence point for players in the financial and technology sectors seeking to build a more inclusive and innovative digital future.

While the bank’s participation was primarily focused on collaboration and insight exchange, its team actively engaged in discussions around digital transformation, customer experience, and the future of microfinance in a digital economy. These conversations underscored the growing role of agile, tech-focused microfinance institutions in shaping the financial services landscape.

Sharing insights after the event, a Stateside representative highlighted the bank’s continued focus on leveraging innovation to make banking simpler, faster, and more accessible.
“Our goal is to stay ahead of the curve, using innovation not as a trend, but as a tool to improve everyday banking experiences and help customers achieve financial confidence,” the bank said in a statement. As conversations around open banking, digital inclusion, and ecosystem collaboration continue to gain momentum, Stateside Bank remains intentional about aligning with industry trends that empower its customers and communities.

The bank maintained that technology, when paired with empathy and customer understanding, can drive lasting impact in the financial sector. Looking ahead, Stateside Bank intends to deepen its participation in conversations that promote digital inclusion and financial literacy, both of which are critical pillars for a sustainable digital economy.

Its involvement at Nigeria Fintech Week 2025 reflects its growing relevance in Nigeria’s evolving fintech space. With a clear vision and a customer-first philosophy, Stateside continues to play its part in shaping the future of finance, one innovation at a time.

Over 20,000 industry professionals participated across Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu, making NFW25 one of the continent’s largest gatherings of digital economy stakeholders. Sponsors and partners include First Bank, Sumsub, Huawei, Mastercard, PAPSS, Zenith, Rwanda Finance, and Network International.

The involvement of the sponsors underscores the growing credibility of the event and the broader Nigerian fintech ecosystem. Country Manager for West Africa at Mastercard, Dr. Folasade Femi-Lawal, said the event provided a platform for meaningful engagement between global investors and local innovators.