Ecobank Nigeria has unveiled an agency
banking outlet at Mowe Ofada, Ogun state. This, the bank explained was
in line with its determination to convert Airtel franchise locations to
agent banking locations.
Members of the public can now carry out
their financial transactions such as Cash-in; Cash-out;
transfers to
Ecobank and other banks, bill payments and rapid transfer for inflow
cash-out and domestic transfers in the outlet, the bank stated.
“Ecobank Agency Banking service is aimed
at offering affordable access to financial services to promote and
deepen financial inclusion in the Nigeria economy,” it added in a
statement.
According to Head, Consumer
Distribution, Ecobank Nigeria, Tunde Kuponiyi, agency banking was a part
of the bank’s distribution strategy to take banking service to the
door-step of the customer, adding that, it offers greater convenience
and accessible financial services in a cost effective and secure manner.
“Banking services provided by the agents
banking locations include opening Ecobank Quick Account, cash
withdrawal and deposit into Ecobank accounts; funds transfers into any
bank account in Nigeria, bills payment (utilities, cable subscription,
etc), mobile phone airtime top up amongst other services.
“Some of Ecobank agent partners already
offering this service in Lagos as Buymore Supermarket chain (in
Agungi-Lekki, Kilo Surulere, Ikeja GRA), Kenzo Retail Supermarket chain
(in Lekki, Festac and Apapa) and Save-a-Lot Supermarket in Egbeda, among
others,” the bank stated.
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