Organisers of Nigeria’s leading grassroots football tournament, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, popularly known as the Prosperity Cup, have congratulated the board, management and staff of PremiumTrust Bank on the inauguration of the financial institution’s new branch in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
The Central Organising Committee, COC, particularly commended the bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Emmanuel Emefienim, describing him as a goal-getter whose leadership has contributed to the expansion of the bank’s operations and services in Bayelsa State.
Key Highlights
- Prosperity Cup organisers celebrate the inauguration of PremiumTrust Bank’s new Yenagoa branch.
- COC describes PremiumTrust Bank CEO Dr Emmanuel Emefienim as a goal-getter.
- Organisers commend the bank for expanding quality banking services in Bayelsa.
- PremiumTrust Bank’s continued support for the Prosperity Cup is praised as an investment in grassroots sports.
- Organisers say the partnership has helped engage young people and promote football development in the state.
- COC commends Governor Douye Diri and Deputy Governor Peter Akpe for creating an environment conducive to business growth.
Prosperity Cup Hails PremiumTrust Bank Expansion
Director General of the Prosperity Cup, Mr Ono Akpe, who issued the statement on behalf of the Central Organising Committee, described the opening of the new branch as a significant milestone for PremiumTrust Bank.
Akpe said the development demonstrated the bank’s growing presence and confidence in the economic prospects of Bayelsa State.
He particularly praised Emefienim for his leadership, vision and commitment to expanding the bank’s operations while bringing banking services closer to residents and businesses.
Akpe also described PremiumTrust Bank as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing financial institutions, noting that its expansion in Bayelsa reflects its commitment to serving customers and supporting economic activities in the state.
According to him, the establishment of the new branch would provide residents, entrepreneurs and businesses in Yenagoa with greater access to banking services while further strengthening the bank’s presence in the state.
Bank’s Investment in Grassroots Football Commended
The Prosperity Cup organisers also commended PremiumTrust Bank for its continued investment in the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament.
The COC said the bank’s sponsorship of the tournament demonstrates its commitment to sports development and youth engagement in Bayelsa State.
According to the organisers, the Prosperity Cup has provided a platform for young footballers across the state to showcase their talents while promoting community participation and grassroots football development.
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Akpe said PremiumTrust Bank’s continued partnership with the tournament aligns with the objectives of using sports to positively engage young people and create opportunities for emerging football talents. He added that the partnership had become an important part of the tournament’s growing network of corporate partners.
Emefienim Described as Goal-Getter
The organisers reserved special commendation for PremiumTrust Bank’s Managing Director and CEO, Dr Emmanuel Emefienim, for what they described as his passion, commitment and leadership in sustaining the partnership between the bank and the Prosperity Cup.
Akpe said Emefienim had demonstrated a clear commitment to supporting sports development and youth-focused initiatives in Bayelsa. He said the bank’s expansion and continued investment in the tournament reflected the CEO’s focus on growth, innovation and customer service.
“The entire family of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament celebrates with PremiumTrust Bank on the official inauguration of its new branch in Yenagoa. We are elated with this development,” Akpe said.
“Your commitment to growth and services in Bayelsa State is commendable, and we are proud to have you as part of the Prosperity Cup family. Your investment in the tournament speaks volumes about the institution’s passion for sports development.”
Organisers Commend Diri Administration
The Central Organising Committee also expressed appreciation to Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, and Deputy Governor Dr Peter Akpe for what it described as their efforts to create an enabling environment for businesses to operate and grow in the state.
Akpe said a supportive business environment was important for attracting investment, expanding existing businesses and creating employment opportunities for residents. He also praised the state government’s focus on security, saying that the administration’s efforts had contributed to creating a more conducive environment for businesses and other economic activities.
Prosperity Cup Reaffirms Partnership
The COC said it was proud to have PremiumTrust Bank as one of the partners supporting the Prosperity Cup and expressed optimism that the relationship would continue to grow.
According to Akpe, the partnership reflects a shared commitment to the development of grassroots football and the positive engagement of young people. He described the Prosperity Cup as an important platform for identifying and developing football talents while contributing to the growth of grassroots sports in Nigeria.
“We want to particularly commend the Managing Director, Dr Emefienim, who has been driving the partnership between the bank and the Prosperity Cup, for his passion and commitment to sports development in the state,” Akpe added.
The organisers congratulated PremiumTrust Bank on the new branch and expressed confidence that the expansion would further strengthen the bank’s contribution to the economic and social development of Bayelsa State.
