Sterling Bank’s leading commercial bank and Africa’s most agile company announced that Sterling has announced Oneweron, a bold new feature on its OneBank platform that will provide up to one million additional 1 million customers to qualified customers, even if their account balance is low.
The initiative was initiated on the workers’ day and was part of a continuing campaign to remove structural barriers to financial freedom and enable everyday Nigerians to move boldly, even in uncertain times.
ElwaysOn is a dedicated, invitation-only feature for staying active customers
OneBank account for a while. It provides advance payments that resolve bills or payments in advance without delays or any friction associated with traditional credit systems.
“It’s not just about funding,” said Abubakar Suleiman, CEO of Sterling Bank. “It’s about freedom and dignity. It’s about supporting our customers with trust and tools to act boldly when life needs it.”
Suleiman stressed that the new feature is not a product, but a logical shift in how banks support their customers.
“We are building a financial ecosystem designed for momentum – for those with grit,
Urgent, dreams are too big to wait. If you’re already with us, you’ve earned it
confidence. Now you will get our support,” Suleiman added.
Always introduce the next chapter of Sterling’s growing movement to create a fairer and more sensitive financial system. It follows a zero transfer fee plan for April, which is expected to return $13 billion to Nigerians by eliminating transfer fees on the OneBank platform. It also builds on Sterling’s free bus ride program, which helps commuters get off work for free during a period of great financial stress.
Together, these efforts reflect the bold, people-centered approach of banks’ impact on customers, which was made possible by its adoption of Seabaas, the first local core banking platform in Nigeria.
“We are not the kind of banks that stand on the field,” said Obinna Ukachukwu, head of retail and consumer banking growth. “We removed the fees that slowed them down. Now, we give Nigerians financial freedom to seize opportunities. We are with them.”
Sterling’s actions sparked widespread public support and national recognition as they continue to push the boundaries of what corporate citizenship means for everyday Nigerians.
Famous icons from various FIRLDs have raised their support and praised the bank for its position in redefining financial services, inspiring other institutions to follow suit.
Nigerians are encouraged to apply to join the program’s waitlist when they go online later this month and eventually qualify for up to N1M of relief capacity.
About Sterling Bank
Sterling Bank is a leading Nigerian commercial bank and one of Africa’s most advanced financial institutions, widely recognized for its bold approach to its clients and its commitment to transforming lives through innovative solutions.
Known for the core of its Stirling strategy, which focuses significant investments in the areas of healthcare, education, agriculture, renewable energy and transportation in the Nigerian economy.
Sterling continues to build financial solutions that go beyond banking and provide dignity, liquidity and opportunities to millions of Nigerians. Explore Sterling Banking Products from Sterling.ng.
