Regent Microfinance Bank (RegentMFB), one of Nigeria’s longest-serving financial institutions, last weekend announced a major corporate milestone of over N10 billion in cumulative loan disbursements to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria.
This achievement underscores the bank’s role in closing Nigeria’s persistent credit gap, empowering entrepreneurs, and accelerating sustainable economic growth.
This also reinforces RegentMFB’s position as a committed champion of financial inclusion, enterprise development, and accessible financing for small businesses.
Through its diverse loan portfolio, including FMCG business loans, SME loans, asset financing, and micro-business support, the bank continues to provide the capital entrepreneurs need to strengthen operations, boost productivity, and scale sustainably in an increasingly competitive market landscape.
Speaking on the achievement, Idris Olugbesan, managing director of RegentMFB, said the milestone reflects the bank’s commitment to long-term economic impact, saying, “Surpassing N10 billion in loan disbursements reflects our conviction in SMEs as drivers of structural economic growth. Looking toward 2026, we aim to broaden financial inclusion, ease liquidity constraints for entrepreneurs, and allocate capital prudently to sustain community-level development and long term, economy-wide impact.”
Beyond financing, the bank emphasises partnership, which Chibuzor C. Uba, chief marketing officer of RegentMFB, stated: “At RegentMFB, we don’t just bank, we partner. We’ve been privileged to fuel the growth of countless businesses, empowering them to achieve their dreams and contribute to Nigeria’s economic prosperity. As we continue to innovate and expand our services, we’re committed to being the catalyst for success, driving progress and prosperity for all our stakeholders.”
Highlighting the impact of accessible financing, Elijah Oladosu, also chief marketing officer, said, “Financing should not be a hurdle for promising businesses. With access to the right loan, growth becomes possible, and success becomes scalable.”
According to Nigeria’s Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (SMEDAN) and the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), MSMEs contribute roughly 46–50 percent of Nigeria’s GDP and account for a large majority of business activity and employment in the country. However, limited access to credit continues to constrain their growth potential.
RegentMFB’s lending strategy is a direct response to this challenge, simplifying access, removing bottlenecks, and creating tailored financing solutions that address real-world business needs.
By reaching the N10 billion mark in disbursements, the bank reinforces its role as a catalyst for productivity, resilience, and inclusive wealth creation.
Reaching the N10 billion disbursement mark reaffirms the bank’s role as a driver of productivity, resilience, and inclusive economic advancement.
Regent MFB’s approach goes beyond traditional lending by integrating financial advisory support, flexible repayment options, and long-term partnership models that enable entrepreneurs not just to survive, but to thrive.
At a time when Nigeria faces ongoing economic pressures, the need for reliable and impactful financial partners has never been more critical. Regent MFB continues to demonstrate the transformative power of responsible lending and strategic business support in shaping a more vibrant, empowered SME landscape.
This milestone stands as a testament to the bank’s mission to remain more than a financial institution; it is a trusted partner committed to driving growth, fostering resilience, and helping small businesses across Nigeria reach their fullest potential.