The Alternative Bank’s mission of empowering local businesses and promoting sustainable development across the state through inusual financial solutions has been supported by the Katsina State Government.

The Bank, stated that the official approval marks a significant milestone for other Banks as it begins on a new chapter in Kastina with the embarks of its first branch in the state.

Malik Anas, special adviser to the state governor on Banking, and Dikko Radda the Governor, has expressed confidence in the success of the Bank in the North West region.

According to his statement, “One of our aims as a government is to support 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 build  ahead and contribute to the economic development of Nigeria.”

The Emir of Katsina, Dr Abdulmumin  Usman, also convey  confidence in the bank’s endeavours, setting the stage for a balanced relationship between the financial institution and its proud Katsina community.

The governor’s wife, Hajiya Fatimah Radda 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.

The Executive Director of The Alternative Bank, Alhaji Garba Mohammed, also stated the institution’s commitment to financial empowerment for all customers, regardless of their status.