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Hassan Imam, the newly appointed managing director and chief executive officer (CEO) of Keystone Bank has reassured customers of the safety of their funds and effective service delivery.

Speaking in a statement on Friday, Imam said the bank is “strategically repositioning for growth”.

The CEO said despite the recent leadership change, there is no need for concern, adding that the bank is financially stable and fully capable of meeting its obligations.

“As always, Keystone Bank remains unwavering in its dedication to the safety of its customers’ deposits, financial well-being, and upholding the trust placed in us by our stakeholders,” Iman said.

“The bank remains very strong and reliable. We have no problem meeting our obligations to corresponding banks, depositors, customers and other financial institutions.

“We understand the importance of transparency in financial relationships, and we remain steadfast in our mission to provide you with a secure and reliable banking experience.”

Imam also said the bank has started repositioning itself to capitalise on emerging economic opportunities and remain optimistic about the future.

“Our future will be hinged on strong corporate governance and fortified by resilient business operations,” he added.

“We are committed to building and enhancing a sustainable enterprise that will be a source of pride for every stakeholder.”

The economist pledged that under his leadership, the bank’s strategic focus will centre on embedding disciplined cost management and leveraging synergies across business segments and functions to bolster profitability.

This commitment, he added, extends to delivering value to all stakeholders, customers, business partners, and employees.

The bank’s CEO, therefore, invited all stakeholders, customers, and partners to anticipate “a future marked by innovation, resilience, and strategic developments that will further strengthen the bank.”

He said the bank is dedicated to enhancing customers’ experience, adding that these changes are aimed at delivering even more value and convenience.

Earlier in the month, the bank said it would operate under the guidelines of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The promise followed the sack of top management executives in the institution and the appointment of new ones.