Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Oliver Alawuba has reiterated the bank’s commitment to supporting the Republic of Benin’s economic growth through infrastructure and development projects.
Mr Alawuba made this known during a working visit to Benin.
The visit focused on engagement with government officials, corporate clients and UBA staff as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration and support economic activities in the country.
Speaking during a courtesy visit to Benin’s Senior Minister of Finance, Economy and Cooperation, Romuald Wadagni, Alawuba said UBA would continue to support both ongoing and future development projects of the Benin government.
“Our presence in Benin is that of a committed stakeholder, and we see our role as a catalyst in supporting the country’s development plans,” he said.
Alawuba also thanked the Benin government for allocating land to UBA Benin as compensation for its former main branch acquired for public use, noting that the bank plans to develop a new branch on the site to serve customers.
He was accompanied on the visit by UBA Africa Chief Executive Officer, Sarata Thiam, while Wadagni was joined by the Director of the Debt Department, Hugues Lokossou.
As part of the visit, Alawuba also met with corporate clients, including Fludor and AKRAKE, to discuss banking needs and business support.
He thanked the clients for their partnership and assured them of continued attention to their requests.
“We appreciate the trust you place in UBA as your financial partner. All your requests and concerns will continue to receive focused attention as we work to support your operations,” he said.
