(ACCESS BANK) – Access Bank Cameroon has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Cameroon’s national development agenda following high-level engagements with the Ministry’s of Economy, Planning and Regional Development (MINEPAT) and Finance (MINFI).
The delegation was led by Mr. Seyi Kumapayi, ED for African Subsidiaries at Access Bank Group, alongside Madame Patience Melone, Chairperson of Access Bank Cameroon, Mr. Ellis Nzo Asu, Managing Director, Mr. Ugochukwu Irechukwu, Deputy Managing Director, Mr. Dapo Ajuwon, Chief Transformation Officer, and Madame Mangwa Rolande, Head of Public Sector.
The meetings formed part of Access Bank’s ongoing engagement with government stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and explore opportunities to support Cameroon’s economic development priorities.
Strengthening Financial Sector Collaboration
Access Bank Cameroon commenced its high-level government engagements with a strategic meeting with the Minister of Finance, H.E. Louis Paul Motaze, aimed at deepening collaboration in support of Cameroon’s fiscal stability and financial sector development priorities.
During the discussions, the Bank highlighted its ongoing contribution to national economic resilience through its holdings of Government of Cameroon securities and participation in syndicated financing facilities that support public sector funding needs.
From L to R: ED, African Subsidiaries, Access Bank Group, Mr. Seyi Kumapayi, with Minister of Finance, H.E. Louis Paul Motaze.
Access Bank Cameroon further outlined key areas for enhanced collaboration, including:
- Provision of foreign exchange liquidity support
- Mobilization of financing for strategic infrastructure and energy projects
- Deployment of technology-driven government collection and payment platforms
Addressing the delegation, Minister Louis Paul Motaze welcomed the continued partnership between the Government and Access Bank, underscoring the vital role of strong financial institutions in advancing economic reforms and national development priorities.
“The banking sector remains a key partner in supporting the Government’s efforts to strengthen fiscal stability, mobilize investment, and finance strategic national projects. We appreciate Access Bank’s continued engagement and look forward to deepening collaboration in areas that will support Cameroon’s economic resilience and long-term growth,” he stated.
Speaking during the engagement, Seyi Kumapayi, Executive Director for African Subsidiaries at Access Bank Group, emphasized the importance of sustained public-private partnerships in strengthening national economies across the continent.
“We remain committed to supporting governments across Africa through innovative financial solutions, capital mobilization, and strategic investments that drive sustainable development. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with the Government of Cameroon to support fiscal stability, facilitate trade, and finance priority national projects,” he noted.
Following the discussions, Chairperson Patience Melone reiterated the Bank’s commitment to supporting Cameroon’s financial and economic stability.
“Access Bank Cameroon is proud to support the Government’s financial and economic priorities. We remain committed to contributing meaningfully to the stability and growth of Cameroon’s economy.”
Supporting Cameroon’s Development Strategy
In a separate meeting with the Minister of Economy, Planning and Regional Development, H.E. Alamine Ousmane Mey, where discussions focused on opportunities for collaboration aligned with Cameroon’s National Development Strategy 2030 (NDS30) the country’s long-term roadmap for economic transformation and industrial growth.
From L to R: Chief Transformation Officer, Access Bank, Dapo Ajuwon; Head, Public Sector, Rolande Mangwa; ED, African Subsidiaries, Access Bank Group, Seyi Kumapayi; Minister of Economy, Planning and Regional Development, H.E. Alamine Ousmane Mey; Chairperson, Access Bank Cameroon, M. Patience Melone; Deputy Managing Director, Ugochukwu Irechukwu; Country Managing Director, Ellis Nzo Asu; Executive Assistant, Stanley Obinna Olejeme.
Access Bank’s leadership highlighted the Group’s strategic ambition to position the institution as Africa’s gateway to the world, facilitating international capital flows and supporting sustainable economic growth across the continent.
The Bank reaffirmed its readiness to support Cameroon’s development priorities by mobilizing financing and technical expertise in critical sectors, including:
- Infrastructure development
- Agriculture and mining sector growth
- Expansion of electricity generation capacity
- Structured project financing in collaboration with international financial institutions
From L to R: Executive Director, African Subsidiaries, Access Bank Group, Mr. Seyi Kumapayi, with Minister of Economy, Planning and Regional Development, H.E. Alamine Ousmane Mey.
In his remarks, Minister Alamine Ousmane Mey welcomed the engagement and acknowledged the important role financial institutions play in advancing inclusive growth and productivity.
“Financial inclusion remains a key priority, and institutions such as Access Bank have an important role to play in supporting investment, productivity, and sustainable growth,” he noted.
About Access Bank Cameroon Plc
Access Bank Cameroon Plc is a full-service commercial bank focused on wholesale, retail, digital, and proximity banking. Licensed on February 3rd, 2022, and officially launched on May 23rd, 2022, from its flagship office in Akwa, Douala, the Bank is proud to contribute to the economic narrative of Cameroon a strategic hub for business in Central Africa.
With a strong focus on SMEs, women-led businesses, and youth innovation, the Bank supports capacity building in creativity, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. Its financial inclusion strategy offers customized support for individuals and enterprises of all sizes, including access to finance, mentoring, business development programs, market support, and trade promotion.
Access Bank Cameroon currently serves clients across corporate, retail, and SME’s and operates in seven branches across Douala and Yaoundé:
- Akwa 1
- Akwa 2
- Bonamoussadi
- Bonaberi
- Marché Central
- Intendance
- Hippodrome
Access Bank Cameroon Plc is a proud subsidiary of Access Bank Group, a leading full-service commercial bank operating across 3 continents, 25 countries, and serving over 60 million customers. The Group has subsidiaries in Sub-Saharan Africa and the United Kingdom, which has branches in Dubai (UAE), France and Hongkong and representative offices in China, Lebanon, India.
