Polaris Bank has hosted corporate customers in the non-oil sector at its Global Trade Forum, aimed at fostering stronger stakeholder relationships, addressing trade-related challenges, and exploring innovative solutions to drive business growth.
According to a statement on Wednesday, the forum was held under the theme ‘Trade Export: Partnering for Growth’.
The Global Trade Forum brought together key players in Nigeria’s trade and export ecosystem, including business leaders, exporters, regulators, Nigerian Customs and policy influencers. It provided a platform for dialogue on trade finance, export readiness, compliance, market access, and the role of digital platforms in facilitating cross-border transactions.
Speaking at the event, Polaris Bank Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Kayode Lawal underscored the central role of trade as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth.
According to him, the purpose of the gathering was to address the real issues customers encounter in trade and export while identifying opportunities where Polaris Bank can provide practical, innovative solutions to support growth.
He noted that Polaris Bank sees itself not only as a financial institution but also as a trusted partner in progress and a driver of long-term value creation.
Also in attendance was Assistant Comptroller of Customs Aondona Fanyama, who led a three-man delegation from the Nigerian Customs Service. He spoke extensively on the workings of the Nigeria Trade Portal and B’Odogwu and gave a practical demonstration of its application.
ACC Fanyama highlighted how the portal simplifies trade processes for exporters and importers, enhancing transparency, speed, and efficiency in cross-border trade. In a show of collaboration, he also pledged a swift resolution to two participants at the forum who had been facing challenges with the portal.
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