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Wema Bank Wins Nigeria Bankers Game 2025 for 4th Time


Wema Bank has emerged as the overall winner at the just-concluded Nigeria Bankers Game 2025 Grand Finale, marking the bank’s fourth consecutive win at the sporting event.

This feat was disclosed in a statement from the bank on Tuesday.

With a tally of nine gold medals, Wema Bank won across various categories, including table tennis (female singles, doubles, and mixed doubles), volleyball, scrabble, video games, 100m women, 200m women, and the 4x100m women relay.

This year’s NBG also celebrated individual excellence, with Oluwaseun Adewunmi, an employee of Wema Bank, emerging Nigeria Bankers Game 2025 Overall Outstanding Athlete. According to the bank, her performances across various disciplines reflect deep commitment, discipline, and resilience, making her stand out as one of the tournament’s finest competitors.

Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni, expressing delight at the achievement, saying, “Wema Bank Plc has once again won the Nigerian Bankers Games title for the fourth consecutive year.

This remarkable feat sets a new benchmark in the Nigerian banking industry. As we commemorate 80 years of impact and service, this victory carries even deeper meaning for us as an institution.

“We owe this incredible success to every staff member who wore our colours and competed with passion, focus, and grit. Our esteemed athletes, you are true champions. Your dedication to training and your stellar performance across all events showcased the absolute best of our institution. Thank you for making history. This championship confirms that Wema Bank is a powerhouse, a place where excellence is not the exception but the standard. This victory is more than just a trophy. It is a profound reflection of our corporate DNA and a powerful testament to the spirit of excellence and determination that defines us.”

Reacting to her recognition as the overall outstanding athlete, Adewunmi said, “I am deeply honoured to receive this award. Competing across several events and representing Wema Bank has been an incredibly fulfilling experience. This achievement is a shared victory that belongs to my teammates and everyone who supported us throughout the tournament. I am grateful to Wema Bank for providing the platform, encouragement, and support that enabled us to perform at our very best.”

Wema Bank, marking its fourth successive victory, reaffirmed its dedication to maintaining excellence and pursuing ongoing growth.

“This historic achievement is not only a reflection of sporting success but also a testament to Wema Bank’s unwavering dedication to fostering a culture of resilience, innovation, and collaboration. Through consistent performance, empowerment of its people, and a drive to set new standards, Wema Bank continues to lead as a trailblazer, inspiring others to strive for greatness,” stated the lender.

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