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Access Bank completes takeover of National Bank from KCB

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Paul Russo KCB Group CEO speaking during 2024 full year financial results on March 12, 2025. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

Access Bank has completed the acquisition of National Bank of Kenya (NBK) from KCB Group as it continues on its Kenyan expansion drive.

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