– Polaris Bank has strengthened its reputation as a leader in digital innovation and inclusive banking by being named MSME Digital Bank of the Year (Inclusive Growth) at the second edition of the MSME Finance & CEO Awards in Lagos.

Organized by the Africa Global Economic Forum in partnership with PROSHARE, the awards celebrate institutions and stakeholders driving MSME development and financial inclusion across Nigeria.

VULTe Platform: Driving MSME Empowerment

The award recognizes Polaris Bank’s commitment to empowering small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) through technology-driven financial solutions, notably its flagship digital banking platform, VULTe.

In recent years, VULTe has revolutionized MSME access to finance, offering seamless self-service banking and loan solutions. The platform exemplifies Polaris Bank’s mission to bridge financial access gaps and foster entrepreneurship nationwide.

“We are committed to building a future where technology and innovation empower businesses and individuals, particularly MSMEs, to thrive in the digital economy,” said Mr. Kayode Lawal, Managing Director/CEO of Polaris Bank.

Track Record of Digital Excellence

This latest recognition follows VULTe’s earlier wins as Digital Bank of the Year and Best MSME Support Bank for the fifth consecutive year at the 2025 BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, highlighting Polaris Bank’s consistent customer-centric innovation and digital leadership.

With a growing footprint in digital banking and sustainable finance, Polaris Bank continues to enable access to financial services that drive entrepreneurship, job creation, and national economic growth.