NIGERIA-SOUTH AFRICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PAID COURTESY VISIT TO STANBIC IBTC BANK

The Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce (NSACC), led by its Chairman, Dr. Ije Jidenma, paid a courtesy visit to Stanbic IBTC Bank on Wednesday, 2nd September 2025. The visit was in recognition of the Bank’s long-standing support and partnership with the Chamber, as well as its critical role in advancing economic relations between Nigeria and South Africa.

Speaking during the engagement, Dr. Jidenma conveyed warm compliments on behalf of the Board and members of the Chamber to Mr. Wole Adeniyi, Managing Director and CEO of Stanbic IBTC Bank. She described the visit as part of a deliberate effort to reconnect with strategic partners in service and development.

Stanbic IBTC Bank was commended for its unwavering commitment to the Chamber, particularly its thought leadership, consistent advocacy, and active participation on the NSACC Board.

Dr. Jidenma noted that the Chamber is currently realigning its strategic focus along four key pillars:

Membership Growth and Engagement

Brand Visibility and Influence

Trade and Investment Opportunities

Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement

She emphasized that Stanbic IBTC Bank’s corporate values are strongly aligned with the Chamber’s mission to serve as a veritable platform for promoting trade, industry, and investment between the two countries.

The visit also marked a significant milestone—the 25th Anniversary of the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Jidenma used the opportunity to formally inform the Bank of the upcoming anniversary celebrations and to seek its support and active participation in commemorating the Chamber’s legacy and shaping its future.

“As one of our most valued members and a leading symbol of the South Africa–Nigeria partnership, we look forward to working with Stanbic IBTC Bank to make this celebration not only memorable but transformational,” she stated.

The visit reaffirmed the strong partnership between NSACC and Stanbic IBTC Bank and set the stage for deeper collaboration in advancing regional integration and sustainable economic growth across Africa.