Why Euromoney Named GTBank Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank

Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has been named Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, with the global financial publication recognising the lender’s sustained investment in technology, innovation and customer-focused banking solutions.

The recognition was announced at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026 ceremony held on Friday at The Peninsula London, where leading financial institutions, industry executives and policymakers gathered to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across the global financial services industry.

According to Euromoney, the annual Awards for Excellence honour financial institutions that demonstrate outstanding performance, innovation, customer service and leadership across markets worldwide.

GTBank’s emergence as Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank reflects its continued leadership in digital innovation and its commitment to delivering seamless, secure and customer-centric financial services.

The award also highlights the bank’s sustained investment in technology and operational excellence, which has enabled it to redefine how individuals and businesses access and manage financial services.

Commenting on the recognition, the Managing Director of Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd, Miriam Olusanya, described the award as a reflection of the institution’s enduring vision and commitment to making financial services more accessible through technology.

“This recognition is a testament to the legacy upon which GTBank was built and the vision that continues to guide us today. From inception, our goal has been to deliver on the Group’s vision to make end-to-end financial services accessible to everyone by leveraging technology to remove barriers, simplify experiences, and create meaningful value for our customers,” she said.

Olusanya added that the recognition would spur the bank to deepen its digital transformation efforts.

“While we are honoured by this recognition, we see it as an acknowledgement of what we have achieved and a motivation to do even more. We remain focused on raising the bar for digital banking, investing in innovative solutions, and delivering exceptional experiences that create lasting value for our customers. As the financial services landscape continues to evolve, we will continue to innovate, adapt, and lead with the same commitment to excellence that has defined our franchise for decades,” she gave insights.

Over the years, GTBank has strengthened its position as one of Nigeria’s leading digital banking institutions through products such as the GTWorld mobile app and a suite of digital platforms that provide millions of customers with seamless, secure and convenient access to banking services.

The latest recognition comes as Nigerian lenders continue to accelerate investments in digital banking amid growing customer demand for faster, more secure and technology-driven financial services.

Industry watchers insist, for GTBank, the Euromoney honour reinforces its position as one of the country’s leading digital banking franchises and underscores its strategy of leveraging innovation to drive customer experience and long-term growth.