Queue at the filing station The President, Petroleum Products Retailers Owners of Nigeria( PETROAN), Dr Billy Gills Harry, says the reduction of the product, by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited( NNPCL) is good for the nation'struggling economy, as it would help in soften the difficult situations posed by the sharp rise in the price of petroleum products. While reacting to the issue through a statement issued and signed to the NEWSMIRROR yesterday, Harry said that the slight reversal of the price by NNPCL shows that the government is committed to the alleviation of the problems of the masses. According to him, the reduction in the price per litre of Petrol Motoring Spirit( PMS) from N1,020 per litre to N899 per litre is good, adding that the country will soon get over its problem, if the readjustment of the economy continues. Also, PETROAN's Public Relation Officer, Dr Joseph Obele said that Dangote Petroleum Refinery had earlier started the r...
The Katsina State Governor, Diko Rabba says his working with the Alternative Bank to empower local businesses in order to stimulate sustainable development across the state with innovative financial solutions..
The initiative marks a significant milestone for the bank, which launched its first branch in the state.
At the forum, Radda, emphasised the importance of combating poverty, particularly in rural areas, urging the bank to collaborate with the state government in its efforts to address this challenge.
Represented by his Special Adviser on Banking, Malik Anas, the governor expressed confidence in the success of the nank in the region.
In his words, “One of our aims as a government is to enhance the growth of our people, especially those in rural areas. We seek the cooperation of The Alternative Bank in this area.
“We are ready to give the necessary support to the bank to forge ahead and contribute to the economic development of Nigeria.”
Also, the Emir of Katsina, Dr. Abdulmumin Usman, expressed confidence in the bank’s endeavours to set the stage for a harmonious relationship between the financial institution and its proud community.in the state.
For her part, Fatimah Radda, the governor’s wife, echoed the state government’s support for the bank and stressed the importance of including the less privileged, such as widows and orphans, in the bank’s corporate social responsibility initiatives.
She remarked, “It was found out that a large number of people living in the local governments of Katsina are largely unbanked, presenting a massive untapped opportunity for the bank.”
Garba Mohammed, the Executive Director of The Alternative Bank, reiterated the institution’s commitment to financial empowerment for all customers, regardless of their status.
He echoed the bank’s focus on providing efficient and technology-driven services to facilitate customer and national growth.
His word, “The Alternative Bank is a bank with a difference. Apart from being a non-interest bank, we promise our customers prompt, loyal, efficient, and technologically driven services.
“We also promise to promote financial empowerment among our customers, irrespective of their status.
“When our customers grow, our bank will also grow. This will also lead to the growth and development of our dear country, Nigeria.”
The bank’s Regional Business Executive, Wada Nas, assured the Katsina business community and denizens that The Alternative Bank is committed to meeting their banking needs with honesty, professionalism, and competence.
He affirmed, “We will serve truthfully and prioritise your banking needs. You can be assured of our professional competence.”
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