FRI JUNE 20 2025-theGBJournal| Access Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Access Holdings Plc, has successfully completed the acquisition of Standard Chartered Bank Gambia, marking a major milestone in the bank’s journey to build a stronger, more connected Africa.
The acquisition follows Standard Chartered Bank exit from the Gambia after operating for 130 years, as a major player in the country’s economy.
Gambia’s Central Bank Governor Buah Saidy said, when the move to acquire bank was first revealed on June 13th, 2025, that the ”acquisition process was done very well, in a very prudent manner and in a transparent manner.”
”With this move, Access Bank Gambia becomes one of the Top 4 banks in the country, expanding our footprint, deepening service delivery, and reaffirming our commitment to inclusive financial growth across the continent,” Access Bank management said.
The milestone reflects the Group’s strategy to serve as a gateway for payments, investment, and trade within Africa and between Africa and the rest of the world.
Access Bank currently operates through a network of more than 700 branches and service outlets spanning 3 continents, 24 countries and over 63 million customers.
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